The Blues still look interested in signing ex-Atletico Madrid striker, Radamel Falcao. The Colombian who chose money over success and top end competition, could be the subject of a Premier League record in terms of transfer fees. The price to pay for a true number nine like Monaco’s forward is 60 million pounds. Chelsea’s scouters and observers have repeatedly watched Falcao since he began his French adventure. He has managed to score 9 times for his new team and has made 13 appearances since Ligue 1 began.
There are a few problems though that make this transfer look a bit farfetched. The money Chelsea should spend on Falcao could buy the Blues at least two players similar to Schurrle in terms of skill and efficiency. This would fit perfectly with the club’s new policy that is based on a youthful team which will grow under Mourinho’s management. Spending 60 million pounds on a striker may not be the best choice especially considering one of the hottest forwards in Europe right now belongs to Chelsea. Even if Lukaku is still on loan he will most likely return to Stamford Bridge next year and become a team regular.
Another problem that makes this transfer a bit improbable is the fact that Falcao chose to play in a less competitive environment then the Premier League. The French championship is not nearly as physically demanding as English football which could be a big problem. Spending so much money on a player who needs another year to accommodate himself is not that profitable. Eto’o is proof that no matter how talented, a striker will become less efficient and unprepared if the competition level drops for a few years or even months.
The upside of Falcao’s possible arrival to London is the fact that he can still play in the Champions League. There is still time for Chelsea’s management to decide and the match Colombia will play against Belgium looks a great way to determine the striker’s condition. According to Yahoo! EuroSport Mourinho sent his people to analyze the Columbian’s performance and put together a thorough report.