Chelsea eyes young Colombian talent Jhon Duran for striking reinforcement
Chelsea Football Club is looking into signing teenage Colombian striker Jhon Duran from Aston Villa to improve their offensive options during the present January transfer window.
With manager Mauricio Pochettino seeking a short-term solution, the Blues are thinking about Duran to fill the void left by Nicolas Jackson’s departure for the AFCON.
Despite being connected with high-profile strikers such as Victor Osimhen and Ivan Toney, Chelsea is reportedly examining a more cost-effective strategy, with 20-year-old Duran emerging as a potential loan signing.
According to reports, the club has held internal discussions about this short-term remedy while hoping to get a longer-term solution during the coming summer transfer season.
Duran, who joined Aston Villa from MLS’ Chicago Fire in January 2023, has struggled to make an impact in the Premier League this season. With two goals in 14 league appearances and two more in the UEFA Europa Conference League, the Colombian behind Ollie Watkins in the Villa Park pecking order.
While Duran’s development parallels that of Chelsea’s Armando Broja, questions remain concerning the timing of a potential move to Stamford Bridge. Critics claim that a move to a top team may impede the young striker’s progress as he continues to adjust to European game.
Chelsea’s pursuit of Duran adds an interesting subplot to the January transfer window, showing their intentional approach to acquiring attacking reinforcements.
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