Meanwhile, Bayern Munich were interested in a German forward. Elsewhere, Antonio Conte has opened up on Romelu Lukaku’s struggles at Stamford Bridge. On that note, here’s a look at the key Chelsea transfer stories as on August 13, 2022:
Bayern Munich were interested in Kai Havertz
Bayern Munich were interested in Kai Havertz, according to SPORT via The Hard Tackle.
The Bavarians are searching for a replacement for Robert Lewandowski and set their eyes on the German forward. Havertz was deployed as a false nine by Blues manager Thomas Tuchel last season, so Bayern hoped he could fill the boots of the Polish striker.
The German appeared 26 times in the centre-forward position for Chelsea last campaign and scored 11 goals.
Bayern were hoping to facilitate a swap deal involving Lewandowski and Havertz this summer, but the Pole opted to join Barcelona. The Bavarians remain interested in Havertz. However, with three years left in his contract and Serge Gnabry extending his contract till 2026, Havertz’s move to Bavaria is unlikely this summer.
Antonio Conte opens up on Romelu Lukaku’s struggles at Chelsea
Antonio Conte believes Romelu Lukaku wanted to return to Inter Milan because of his bonding with the Nerazzurri fans. The Belgian striker left Chelsea this summer to rejoin the 2020-21 Serie A champions on loan.
Speaking with The Telegraph, Conte said that Lukaku was a good signing for the Blues.
He added:
Conte went on to point out that the Belgian striker performed well at the start of last season. The Italian also hinted that Lukaku might have suffered due to a drop in confidence at Stamford Bridge.
Lukaku registered 15 goals from 44 games last season for the London giants.
Thomas Tuchel hoping for more additions this summer
Thomas Tuchel remains eager to add more quality to his squad this summer. Chelsea have brought in a few names - like Kalidou Koulibaly and Raheem Sterling - but are looking to make more acquisitions
Speaking to the press, Tuchel said that the Blues could strengthen their defence and attack before the end of the summer.
The German manager also added that the club are keen to avoid panic buys.
Apart from Koulibaly and Sterling, the London giants have also signed Marc Cucurella, Carney Chukwuemeka and Gabriel Slonina this summer.
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