Loftus-outstanding Cheek’s performances have drawn Lazio’s interest, to the point where the former Blues boss has made him his top target this summer, with star man Sergej Milinkovic-Savic poised to go.
As reported by Corriero Dello Sport, the Serbia international will leave Sarri’s side at the conclusion of the season, and the Italian giants want at least €80 million (£xx million) for him.
However, according to the reports, Manchester United and PSG have been scouting the Milkinkovic-Savic for years and there is potential that the two European giants will be moving for the player this summer.
Loftus-Cheek may have been a regular starter for Tuchel this season but the Englishmen have never looked consistent in a Chelsea shirt and ha often shown glimpses of his talent.
Unfortunately, Chelsea’s no. 12 couldn’t make a powerful impact for the two-time Champions League winner nor meet the German coach’s standards after a couple of loan spells in the Premier League in the past.
As United and Paris Saint-Germain are the front-runners for the 27-year-old Serbian, this move could turn out to be a ‘blessing in disguise’ for the Blues.
The England international has only made 21 appearances this season which is the lowest compared to Chelsea’s first-teamers with the likes of Jorginho, Kovacic, Mount, and Kante.
With the Serbian allegedly on his way out of Lazio and Loftus-Cheek being considered as a replacement, a deal could hinge on Loftus-decision Cheek to move from London to Lazio.
The ideal scenario could be possible if the Serbian departs from Stadio Olimpico and the former Chelsea’s youth product could be moved on.
