Michael Olise to Chelsea transfer latest: Pochettino worry, Man City interest, release clause

Michael Olise is one of several attacking midfielders which Chelsea have identified as a potential target this summer as Mauricio Pochettino looks to bolster his squad

Michael Olise has reportedly emerged as a target for Chelsea as Mauricio Pochettino looks to further bolster his frontline. The Blues have already waved goodbye to Christian Pulisic this summer, but more departures are expected to follow.

With Noni Madueke expected to play a starring role this season for the west Londoners, Hakim Ziyech, Callum Hudson-Odoi and even Raheem Sterling all face relatively uncertain futures at Stamford Bridge. Not to mention that Angelo Gabriel, who recently joined Chelsea from Santos, has impressed in pre-season and looks well-positioned to secure a place in the starting lineup in the coming years.

While the Blues have done well to trim down a bloated squad so far, they must now replenish Pochettino's options with hungry and exciting new players. So, with that being said, football.london has taken a look at the latest news concerning the potential transfer of Olise to Chelsea.

Chelsea concern

According to Fabrizio Romano on the 'Here We Go' podcast, there has been no bid from Chelsea for Michael Olise. Instead, it's believed that the Blues are waiting to hear about the winger's injury before pursuing a potential transfer.

Injury worry

Roy Hodgson expects Michael Olise to miss the start of the season after he suffered a tear to his hamstring while playing for France at Under-21s European Championships last month. As quoted by the Evening Standard, the Crystal Palace boss said: "We’ve known since the injury that it’s going to take a while for him to get fit again.

"It was a serious injury which required an operation. He’s well into his rehabilitation but it’s going to take a bit longer for him to recover. At the moment we’re just hoping that the rehabilitation will go well and that we get him back as quickly as possible. But we certainly we won’t be seeing him for a period of time."

Bid made

Chelsea have made an opening offer for Michael Olise this summer, according to a report from RMC Sport. The Blues are believed to have an agreement in principle with the forward over a switch, with a fee still in discussion with Crystal Palace to be able to complete the move.

Chelsea and Manchester City interest

Chelsea and Manchester City are showing interest in a move for Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise this summer, according to Fabrizio Romano. The France youth international is claimed to have a release clause worth £35million, but there's uncertainty surrounding a move due to a hamstring injury recently picked up.

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