Chelsea could significantly bolster their midfield this January. According to Simon Phillips, the London side is weighing up the signing of two midfielders in the upcoming transfer windows.
The catalyst for this move is the squad overhaul following Enzo Fernandez's departure to Manchester City at the end of the summer transfer window.
Faced with time constraints for a suitable replacement, Chelsea is shifting part of its recruitment work to the winter window.
One of the primary targets is Bournemouth's Alex Scott.
The 23-year-old Englishman has long been on their radar, and Chelsea continues to view him as an ideal addition to strengthen the midfield.
Another influencing factor is the situation concerning Reece James.
The club was already aware that their captain might need surgery, prompting Chelsea to retain Malo Gusto while exploring additional options on the market.
Phillips noted:
Chelsea has been aware of Reece James' situation and the likelihood of him needing an operation.
This has led to interest in Alex Scott, a decision to keep Malo Gusto, and discussions about signing two new midfielders in the next two windows.
However, Scott is not the only option.
Previously, it was reported that Chelsea is also keen on Adam Worthington from Crystal Palace.
Signing both in a single window would be challenging due to the high asking prices and reluctance from their current clubs to part with crucial players.
Additionally, Liverpool is closely monitoring Scott's situation, which adds a layer of competition for Chelsea.
If the Merseyside club gets ahead in the race for the Bournemouth midfielder, Chelsea may shift their focus to Worthington or explore other alternatives.
As such, it seems likely that the club will be actively working to strengthen their midfield this winter, without limiting themselves to just one target.
