The brokers of Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic have arrived in England for talks over the Croatia worldwide’s future, 90min understands.
Kovacic will enter the ultimate 12 months of his contract at Stamford Bridge in the summertime and little or no progress has been remodeled a attainable extension, sparking widespread curiosity from throughout the Premier League.
Chelsea, following their new stance that any unsettled gamers within the closing two years of their offers can be found for the fitting worth, are ready to promote Kovacic this summer season if he declines to signal an extension.
Kovacic’s brokers are set to talk with Chelsea within the coming days concerning the state of affairs however sources have confirmed to 90min they’re additionally scheduling talks with the quite a few Premier League sides who’ve expressed an curiosity within the 28-year-old.
Manchester Metropolis, Manchester United and Liverpool are all anticipated to carry talks with Kovacic’s representatives, having all expressed an curiosity within the midfielder over the previous few months.
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Chelsea are able to rejuvenate their midfield this summer season if the fitting offers come up, with numerous targets into consideration.
West Ham United’s Declan Rice has lengthy been admired at Stamford Bridge however there’s vital competitors for the midfielder’s signature and so Chelsea have lined up quite a few options.
As 90min revealed in January, Southampton’s Romeo Lavia is a goal as soon as once more after makes an attempt to lure him away final summer season failed, whereas the Blues are recognized to be massive followers of Borussia Monchengladbach’s Manu Kone as effectively.
Promoting Kovacic would go an extended approach to funding a transfer for no less than a type of targets, and there are many sides ready to pay up for the Croatian’s signature if he does change into obtainable.
The 28-year-old has vital expertise in each Serie A and La Liga however it’s his 5 years in England’s prime flight which have impressed the likes of Metropolis, United and Liverpool.
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