Chelsea are reportedly hoping to sign Jamie Gittens from Bundesliga club Borussia Dortmund during the summer transfer window.

According to an update by reputed German journalist Florian Plettenberg, Chelsea have held fresh talks to sign Jamie Gittens, and they will have to pay around €65 million to get the deal done. Meanwhile, a report from ESPN has claimed that the transfer is now close.

Gittens is one of the best young attacking players in European football right now, and he could prove to be a quality long-term acquisition for Chelsea. They need more depth and quality on the flanks. Mykhailo Mudryk is facing a lengthy ban for doping, and Chelsea need alternatives.

Jamie Gittens has shown his ability in German football, and he has the technical attributes to do well in England as well. Returning to his homeland will be quite attractive for the young attacker. In addition, Chelsea are among the biggest clubs in the world. The opportunity to play for them will be hard to turn down for the youngster. It remains to be seen how the situation develops.

Chelsea building for the future

The reported €65 million asking price is certainly affordable for a club with Chelsea’s resources. They should look to wrap up the move quickly. The Blues are looking to build a formidable squad for the future. The West Londoners have returned to the UEFA Champions League after an impressive season, and they managed to win a European trophy as well.

Chelsea will look to build on it and push for major trophies next term. The attacking unit will be one of the priorities. Meanwhile, Jamie Gittens will look to make his mark in English football if the move goes through, and the youngster is keen on joining them. The 20-year-old has shown his ability in Germany, and he will look to establish himself as one of the best attackers in European football.

Even though the €65 million asking price seems expensive right now, the player has the potential to justify the investment. It will be interesting to see how the situation develops. Ideally, Chelsea should look to bring another striker as well. They have already brought in Liam Delap, but another quality goalscorer would be ideal.