Chelsea are reportedly exploring the possibility of signing Aston Villa midfielder Boubacar Kamara, as per Football Insider.
After running his contract down with Olympique de Marseille, the 26-year-old decided to move to Villa Park back in 2022. He has had a few fitness problems over the years but has established himself as a key starter in Unai Emery’s starting line-up.
The Frenchman helped his side win the Europa League title last campaign. Although Aston Villa have displayed inconsistent performances thus far this season, he has shown glimpses of his qualities.
Now, Football Insider state that Chelsea are considering strengthening the midfield department and are exploring the possibility of signing Kamara.
Having exchanged players last summer, the Blues and the Villans have established a very good relationship. So, Xabi Alonso’s side might be able to secure Kamara’s services next year.
Kamara is valued at around £42m by Transfermarkt and still has a contract until 2030. Therefore, Emery’s side are in a strong position to demand a big fee if they are forced to cash-in on him.
Kamara is a 6ft tall right-footed deep-lying playmaker by trait but can provide cover in the box-to-box role if needed. He is technically sound, can play threading passes between the lines, has an eye for long-range passing, and is efficient in defensive contributions.
Kamara to Chelsea
After letting Andrey Santos and Enzo Fernández go last summer, the Blues decided to revamp the midfield department by purchasing Jordan Henderson and Valentin Barco.
Moreover, Alonso currently has Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia as deeper midfield options. Reece James and Malo Gusto can also provide cover in this position if needed, but they are right-backs by trait.
Lavia has had numerous fitness problems over the years, while Henderson has reached the twilight of his career. On the other hand, Barco is still very young and needs time to develop.
As a result, it appears Chelsea want to strengthen the midfield department. Kamara is a Premier League proven player and is currently at the prime stage of his career.
Therefore, he might be a shrewd acquisition for Chelsea should they purchase him. However, it is going to be interesting to see whether the West London club eventually make a concrete approach to buy him.
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