Paul Pogba could have a huge say in the success of Chelsea's upcoming transfer window amid Todd Boehly's mission to bolster the first-team ahead of next season. The Blues have been heavily linked with a move for a midfielder lately, with Jorginho and N'Golo Kante set to leave Stamford Bridge in twelve months.
Declan Rice and Aurelien Tchouameni have emerged as primary targets of Thomas Tuchel, though the west Londoners have also been linked with a move for Adrien Rabiot, according to reports. Italian outlet Corriere dello Sport claim that Chelsea are leading the race to sign the Juventus midfielder this summer.
The report adds that the 27-year-old, who sees his contract with the Turin-based side expire next summer, could be available for as little as €15 million (£12.8m). Newcastle have also been credited with an interest in Rabiot, but his agent is leaving the door open to a move to Paris Saint-Germain.
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Rabiot's potential exit from Juventus coincides with the Old Lady's reported desire to bring back Pogba from Manchester United. Gazzetta dello Sport claim that Massimiliano Allegri's side are on the brink of resigning the midfielder, who has been offered a three-year deal worth around £10million-a-season.
The report adds that Juventus are confident of getting a deal wrapped up, of which could be officially announced this week. Therefore, with Pogba's arrival on the cards, Allegri could have as many as six midfielders at his disposal next season.
So, Juventus could be inclined to relinquish Rabiot's services, with Pogba helping Chelsea complete the first transfer of the Boehly era. The LA Dodgers co-owner, who agreed a £4.25billion deal to buy the west London club on Monday, is expected to 'push for A-list signings' to mark a new era at Stamford Bridge, according to the MailOnline.
And, regardless of whether the American billionaire secures Rabiot's services, Tuchel is keen to undergo a rebuild at Chelsea this summer. Speaking to football.london, the Blues boss said: "We are rebuilding, not improving the squad. We are rebuilding. This is always challenging, but we are up for the challenge.
"I don't know where we are from day one. What I can promise is that I will be here – if I can promise that – I will be here with full energy and positive energy no matter what. We will still work for Chelsea, and I refuse to think of negative scenarios. We will be competitive, on which level we will see."
