8 Players expected to leave or join Chelsea in the January 2025 transfer window

As the January 2025 transfer window slowly takes shape, here are 8 players rumoured to be making a move to join or leave Chelsea.

Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Chelsea would be looking to bolster their squad in the January 2025 transfer window indicating that players are expected to leave whilst some are expected to complete a move to Stamford Bridge to increase the strength of the squad as the games continue to come in thick and fast.

Chelsea are no strangers to the transfer window, and with the January window currently on its sixth date, questions on players expected to join and depart have surfaced, with their names being speculated.

With this in mind, we have compiled a list of the players expected to leave or join Chelsea based on current reports.

Who are the players expected to leave Chelsea in the January 2025 transfer window?

Here are the players rumoured to be preparing to leave Chelsea in the January 2025 transfer window:

Ben Chilwell

Ben Chilwell's transfer update

Following his non existent play time at Chelsea, former vice captain, Ben Chilwell is expected to make a move away from Stamford Bridge in the January 2025 transfer window. Although no interest from other clubs have been confirmed, fans as well as analysts are very certain that the winter move is very likely given Enzo Maresca's confirmation that the English international is not part of his plans.

Carney Chukwuemeka

Carney Chukwuemeka transfer news

Enzo Maresca, the head coach of Chelsea, shared his thoughts on Carney Chukwuemeka’s potential transfer, highlighting the midfielder's talent but acknowledging the limited opportunities available within Chelsea’s current squad.

Maresca suggested that it would be beneficial for Chukwuemeka to join a club where he can secure regular playing time, ideally featuring in 30 to 35 matches per season, to further his development. He also indicated that the club is willing to consider both loan and permanent transfer options if a suitable offer is presented.

Cesare Casadei

Cesare Casadei transfer update

Enzo Maresca has indicated his willingness to allow Cesare Casadei to depart Chelsea in the January 2025 transfer window. He recognized Casadei’s physical prowess and potential but admitted that the midfielder has had limited playing opportunities this season.

Maresca highlighted Casadei’s role as a holding midfielder and commended his physical strength, noting its value in enhancing the team’s pressing game.

Harvey Vale

Harvey Vale transfer news

Harvey Vale’s future at Chelsea appears uncertain under Enzo Maresca’s management. Despite delivering standout performances for Chelsea's Under-21s, where he has been involved in 18 goals across 15 appearances, Vale has yet to establish himself as a regular in the senior squad.

With only six months remaining on his contract, a departure from the club during the January 2025 transfer window seems highly probable.

Who are the players expected to join Chelsea in the January 2025 transfer window?

Victor Osimhen

Victor Osimhen's latest transfer news

Given the current form of Chelsea, many speculate that the club might be forced to rekindle their interest for the Super Eagles of Nigeria forward, Victor Osimhen in the January 2025 transfer window. For man,y this is a move next to impossible with Osimhen already announcing his commitment to Galatasaray till the end of the 2024/2025 season.

Tomas Araujo

Tomas Araujo transfer news

Following the confirmation that Wesley Fofana might be out till the end of the 2024/2025 season, it is expected that Chelsea steps into the January 2025 transfer window withe mind of signing a replacement in the center-back position and according to reports, Tomas Araujo of Benfica is leading the race as their main target in the window.

Dario Essugo

Dario Essugo transfer news

With Romeo Lavia actively struggling with match fitness, talented youngster Dario Essugo, has emerged as a target for Chelsea in the January 2025 transfer window according to numerous reports. It remains to be seen if Chelsea would opt for a loan recall for either Lesley Ugochukwu or Andrey Santos as opposed to signing another midfielder.

Youssouf Fofana

Youssouf Fofana transfer update

With limited time at his new club AC Milan, French midfeirlder,Youssouf Fofana, has been revealed as another player who has appeared on Chelsea's January 2025transfer window radar with reports indicating that the Blues might consider him as an option.

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