Chelsea are set for an intriguing summer transfer window as the club enter another new era under incoming manager Xabi Alonso. The former Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid boss will begin his work on July 1, tasked with transforming the team's fortunes after a disappointing 10th-place Premier League finish that saw them miss out on European football.
Alonso is already set to welcome forwards Geovany Quenda and Emmanuel Emegha, with deals agreed last year. The club have been linked with several high-profile additions, including West Ham United captain Jarrod Bowen. According to The Guardian, Chelsea are among the clubs interested in the 29-year-old, who could be sold to help the Hammers raise funds after their relegation. Bowen scored nine goals and provided 11 assists in the Premier League this season and could slot in on the right flank.
Bowen's arrival would push Pedro Neto into a left-wing berth and could lead to Alejandro Garnacho leaving the club after a frustrating debut season. Neto contributed 10 goals and 10 assists this season and deserves to keep his place under Alonso. Cole Palmer remains the focal point of Chelsea's team in attacking midfield, despite battling injuries.
Up front, Chelsea have been linked with Bournemouth star Eli Junior Kroupi after his breakout season. The Daily Mail reports that the Cherries are unwilling to sell the 19-year-old, who they believe could become a £100m striker. Kroupi scored 13 league goals this term and could start ahead of Joao Pedro, who is being linked with Barcelona. The club could fund their plans by selling Nicolas Jackson, who spent the season on loan at Bayern Munich, scoring 11 times.
