Chelsea are closely monitoring the midfielder Habib Diarra from Strasbourg, and this interest comes after the Blues prevented his transfer to Wolverhampton Wanderers during the recent summer transfer window.
Notably, Chelsea have a special relationship with Strasbourg as they are owned by Todd Boehly’s consortium. Angelo was previously loaned to Strasbourg, and it appears that more players may follow suit to gain valuable first-team experience there.
Moreover, there is a possibility that they may look to sign young talents from Ligue 1’s Strasbourg in the future.
According to Football Insider, Chelsea views Diarra as a top talent and was not inclined to let him join Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Midlands, indicating their keen interest in the player’s development.
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At just 19 years old, Diarra has already accumulated 37 appearances for Strasbourg, showcasing his versatility by being able to play across various midfield positions, as well as on the right wing.
This adaptability hints at his potential to become a standout player in the future. Chelsea initially focused on acquiring experienced stars when co-owner Todd Boehly was involved, but their transfer strategy has shifted in the past nine months.
Their primary emphasis is now on signing young talents with significant growth potential.
Chelsea are also exploring opportunities to sign emerging, lesser-known talents who could make their way into the first team in the coming years.
Diarra aligns with this approach due to his ability to perform effectively in multiple roles on the field.
The youngster, who recently made his debut for the France Under-21 team, has shown proficiency in distribution and a knack for winning duels.
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His ability to control the game and maintain possession effectively makes him an attractive prospect for Chelsea. It is expected that Diarra will see significant improvement in his game if he were to join a bigger team in the future.
Given Chelsea’s existing relationship with Strasbourg, they might opt to let him develop further before making a formal attempt to secure his signature.
