Chelsea think about Nathan Ake transfer after Raheem Sterling switch | Soccer

Nathan Ake is on Chelsea’s radar (Getty)

Chelsea are additionally contemplating a transfer for Nathan Ake alongside the signing of Raheem Sterling Manchester MetropolisIn response to reviews.

Thomas Tuchel‘s web page are assured they will strike a deal for Sterlingwhose contract with Metropolis has only one yr left.

However Chelsea are additionally on the lookout for a left-footed centre-back to exchange Antonio Rudiger who has joined actual Madrid with a free switch.

Corresponding The TelegraphTuchel has had a “long-term curiosity” in Ake since his time at Borussia Dortmund, whereas Chelsea are stated to be “conscious” that Chelsea may promote the Dutch worldwide this summer season.

Whereas Chelsea had the choice to train their £40m buyback clause for Ake in 2020, they determined in opposition to it, paving the best way for the defender’s transfer to Manchester Metropolis.

Nevertheless, Ake has struggled to safe a daily position at Metropolis, with Pep Guardiola favoring Ruben Dias and Aymeric Laporte as his defensive partnership.

Nathan Ake began in simply 10 Premier League video games for Manchester Metropolis final season (Getty)

Ake may very well be trying to depart Metropolis to safe common soccer forward of Netherlands’ World Cup marketing campaign later this yr. as Louis van Gaal has already warned his Dutch aspect that if they do not get sufficient minutes they may very well be out.

However earlier this month, Ake indicated he prefers to stay at Metropolis.

“Final season was very unlucky as a consequence of accidents, I am not likely counting this yr,” Ake advised NOS.

“This season I’ve actually been 100 per cent current and performed extra. You discover an enchancment in your self as you play. I felt good.

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“I am going into the season with that intention [to start more games]. I’ll do every thing to play extra.”

Ake additionally advised De Telegraaf: “I’ll present myself much more subsequent season. Mainly, I simply wish to proceed at Metropolis.”

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