Balague Reveals Chelsea ‘Like’ Bayern Star Who Could Be Available This Summer

Balague Reveals Chelsea ‘Like’ Bayern Star Who Could Be Available This Summer

BBC journalist Guillem Balague has claimed that Chelsea are very interested in signing Bayern Munich left-back David Alaba this summer.

The Austrian international is out of contract at the end of next season and the Blues, along with Barcelona and Real Madrid, have been touted as possible destinations for the player.

Balague thinks Alaba’s ability to play in a number of different positions would have piqued the interest of manager Frank Lampard and he believes Chelsea could well make a bid for the defender:

“There’s another player that if available, if not wanted by others, if he doesn’t go anywhere else, Chelsea would like. And that’s Alaba.”

“He’s been approached by other clubs, yes, but Chelsea will be interested in Alaba and I think that his versatility will really work in favour of Frank Lampard.”

“He can play as you know in the midfield, in the full-back position as well of course, that’s where he’s very well known as, but Pep Guardiola made him much more than just a full-back.”

“It will be interesting to see him in the Premier League. That’s certainly one to keep an eye on.”

Some other news outlets have reported that the 27-year-old has his heart set on a move to Spain, which would certainly reduce the Blues’ chances of sealing a deal for the fullback.

However, as Balague says, it depends on whether other clubs are willing to make an offer for Alaba. Chelsea are said to be on the lookout for a left-back and if they do show the most determination to sign the Austrian, they may be able to change his mind.