Chelsea have reached an agreement with Inter Milan for the transfer of 19-year-old midfielder Cesare Casadei to Stamford Bridge. Cesare is expected to complete his transfer with the Blues this week after completing medicals.
After swimming in the murky pools of criticism for a purported naive approach to the 2022 transfer window, Todd Boehly is gradually proving his critics wrong with breakthrough signings. Under his watch, Chelsea have acquired a number of players as they intend to battle for the Premier League title this season.
Todd Boehly took over as interim sporting director at Stamford Bridge after former sporting director Marina Granovskaia resigned from his role. With top clubs making breakthrough signings, Chelsea transfer plans were dragging under Todd Boehly, attracting criticisms from fans and football analysts.
Gary Neville had criticised Todd Boehly for his naive approach to the transfer market. Neville wondered how a business tycoon could perfectly suit the technicalities of designing and executing a club’s transfer plan and strategies.
Todd Boehly’s transfer plan went forlorn and bleak when the Blues lost two important defenders to Spanish clubs. Antonio Rudiger refused to renew his Chelsea contract and opted for a move to Real Madrid. Andreas Christensen also left on a free transfer. Azpilicueta was also linked with a move to Barcelona but later extended his contract with the club.
The American investor began making headway with the signing of Raheem Sterling from Chelsea. Kalidou Coulibaly joined from Napoli, followed by Carney Chukwuemeka from Aston Villa, and then Gabriel Slonina from Chicago. The Blues are expecting their new addition to the squad from Inter Milan – Cesare Casadei.
Chelsea have reportedly reach agreement with Inter Milan for Cesare Casadei and have also agreed personal terms with the 19-year-old youngster. Casadei has agreed on a 6-year-contract with the club which will keep him at Stamford till 2028.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea is signing Cesare in a deal worth €20m consisting of €15m upfront payments with €5m add-ons. Casadei may not likely join the Blue’s first team due to the Post-Brexit restriction.
He is expected in London today, August 17, to carry out his medicals with Chelsea which is the last stage of the transfer process.
Cesare Casadei’s flying from Milano to London right now in order to sign in as new Chelsea player. 🚨🔵🛩 #CFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 17, 2022
“I’m feel so proud, I’m ready for this new chapter. Chelsea? I’m always ready”, Casadei says.
Who Is Cesare Casadei?
Cesare Casadei is a prolific Italian striker who has represented Italy at U-16, U-17, U-18, and U-19 levels. He is known for his resourcefulness in front of goals.
Throughout his spell with the Italian youth team, Cesare has scored 11 goals in his 21 appearances. Cesare is yet to make his debut for Italy’s senior men’s national team. He started his club career at Cervia and Cesena before joining Inter Milan in 2018.
Todd Boehly is making progress with his Chelsea transfer plans. Five new players have been added to the squad, with team captain Azpilicueta renewing his contract.
Chelsea is also pursuing top targets to bolster the team. Frenkie De Jong and Fofana are still on the Blues’ radar. Todd Boehly’s progress with the club will best be appraised in just a matter of time.
