Things to know about Chelsea transfer target Alessio Romagnoli
Following a match which was described before and after by sections of both clubs’ fans as ‘a waste of time’, Chelsea now have successful closure on a difficult campaign. Leicester City managed to grind out a 1-1 draw from the clash at Stamford Bridge, Thursday. James Maddison, the underappreciated and maturing attacking midfielder, scored a blinding goal to begin the evening very early on. Subsequently former Fox, N’golo Kante, began a move involving the incredible Reece James which landed at the expert finishing boots of Marcos Alonso to level proceedings. And that is the way the game ended, in stalemate.
Afterwards both managers gave their assessments. Beginning with Thomas Tuchel – whose team shall finish a solidifying third in the Premier League and with Champions League football again – the German believed his men were unfortunate. Tuchel did not agree that the result was fair: he asserted that the Blues were the superior side and therefore deserved three points. He was quite assertive in saying further that they did enough to claim victory; whilst repelling LCFC attacks constantly. Meanwhile Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers conceded that the East Midlanders had to battle to attain a point. Rodgers also praised his players for structured, resilient defending. Do you think a draw was just? Tell PoL via our social media accounts.
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Things to know about Chelsea transfer target Alessio Romagnoli
Transfer season is almost upon us. The period can be as thrillingly exciting as it is often nerve-racking and even tedious. Nevertheless, this off-season is a crucial one in the short-term history of CFC: sufficient additions and preserving could be the foundation for another great three or so years. Long-term, keeping the 2020/21 UCL-winning gaffer at the helm will ensure prosperity on Fulham Road, especially if Todd Boehly is true to his word.
Some of the players linked with the West London outfit at present include: Bayern Munich legend Robert Lewandowski, Juventus forward Paulo Dybala, Sevilla centreback Jules Kounde and defender Josko Gvardiol. Another defensive man apparently on the Chels’ wishlist is Alessio Romagnoli of AC Milan.
In PoL’s view, the Italian seems to be desired because of his similarities to departing Blues star Antonio Rudiger. First of all, the Milan athlete is a left-footer, meaning he is a natural in place of the Germany international on the left-side of the three-man defence. Additionally, Romagnoli has a particularly sturdy and combative style reminiscent of Rudiger.
What endears CBs such as ‘Toni’ and his potential successor in the backline, is fight and determination to win the ball at any cost. Whilst holding off equally tough opponents, the 27-year-old has the composure and technique to delicately control, even in the air, then neatly find teammates.
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Features of Romagnoli which are not ideal include a lesser passing range, along with not particularly offering a set-piece threat. Nonetheless, he is available for free at the end of the season; Chelsea must see off Barcelona and Sevilla to secure his signature. Incidentally, Romagnoli’s brother, Mirko, is also a centrehalf. The younger sibling currently plays in Italy as well, featuring for Serie D club, USD Lavagnese.