The preparations for Chelsea for the new Premier League season have been given a big blow after defender Levi Colwill had been a front cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, for a few months offside.
The setback leaves manager Enzo Maresca without one of his most reliable players and has fueled an urgent search for defensive reinforcements on Stamford Bridge.
One of the names that are considered is Bayer Leverkusen’s high -rated Ecuadorian International, Piero Hincapie, Sources close to the agent industry have informed Enchanted.
Chelsea Identify Piero Hincapie as a replacement for Levi Colwill
The 23-year-old has been a key figure, the Bundesliga side, Making 45 performances for them last seasonEarning a reputation for his calmness on the ball and a strong positional game.
While Chelsea keeps his situation closely, sources indicate that no formal contact has yet been made with Leverkusen or the representatives of the player. Interest from Spanish clubs can also make any possible approach more complicated.
Internally, the Chelsea recruitment team also shows a strong admiration for Antonio Silva from Benfica.
The 21-year-old Portuguese middle behind is considered one of Europe’s most promising defending talents, with the technical ability and adulthood to go directly into a Premier League side.
Benfica’s Antonio Silva is another name on their radar
Early studies have been done to assess the availability of the player and the financial framework of a possible deal. Reports suggest that Benfica can be seduced by an offer in the region of € 40 million, although no official offer has been made.
Chelsea will be confronted with a crucial decision in the coming days with the clock that taps the start of the new campaign.
The aim of the club is to protect a defender who can immediately contribute to the first team, while he also serves as a long -termactive in accordance with the club’s strategy to invest in young players with high potential.
Whether they chase the Bundesliga-tested hincapie or the rising star Silva, the next step of Chelsea in the transfer market will be decisive to determine how they deal with the absence of Colwill.
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