According to a report from Football.London, Dusan Vlahovic continues to be linked with Chelsea as Mauricio Pochettino looks for an ideal striker to solve their goal-scoring issues up front. However, Juventus are demanding £68 million while the Serbian is valued at £51 million; although the Blues have sufficient funds to meet the demands, Pochettino would rather have to act sooner than later if he wishes to acquire his services.
Impressive Form By Vlahovic In Serie A Football
Vlahovic had a successful season at the Allianz Stadium, as he led Juve’s offence with a number of spectacular performances. The Serbian star played 42 times for the Italian club last season across all competitions, scoring 14 goals and dishing out four assists.
In Serie A football, the 23-year-old averaged 2.5 shots, 0.8 vital passes, and 0.5 dribbles per game, giving himself a respectable showing in the final third. He only completes 72.1% of his attempted passes in the top division of Italian football, which indicates a lack of quality while distributing the ball from inside his half (statistics from whoscored).
Vlahovic is under contract at the Turin Club until the summer of 2026. Thus, it won’t be easy for the Blues to land him on the cheap in this off-season.
Should Pochettino Bring Him To The Chelsea?
Vlahovic can be a streaky goal scorer in the final third when he plays confidently on the field. He has the ability to create a yard of space for himself so that he may land some strikes. Even others around him can benefit from the Serbian talent’s ability to create good opportunities. However, he must find a method to enhance his link-up play deep within the opponent’s half, as previously indicated.
In addition, there are some doubts about Vlahovic’s ability to carry on his recent success in the Premier League should Chelsea be successful in bringing him in this summer. Since he has been criticised for his performances as he failed to meet expectations at Turin.
Vlahovic, who is only 23 years old, still has a lot of room for growth but has the talent to become a success at Stamford Bridge eventually. Pochettino’s attacking department would get some much-needed firepower with his addition. It is, therefore, reasonable for the West London club to pursue him during this summer’s transfer window.
