Chelsea must spend this to break Jan transfer record as striker signs

Chelsea might perhaps break their January transfer window spending record in 2023 amid confirmation that a striker has already signed for the Blues. But how much did otherPremier League clubs spend in new year 2022?

On Wednesday, Chelsea announced that they had “reached a pre-agreement with Molde for the transfer of David Datro Fofana”. This is obviously good news for supporters because the centreforward is an up-and-coming talent, not to mention the punctual statement of intent from CFC.

At age 20, Fofana is already an Ivory Coast international, and has been exceptional in Norway for Molde. He is generally the modern version of a No.9 so is versatile enough to also play on both wings. The Ivorian describes himself as a player from the streets as opposed to academies, with these attributes: “technique, physicality and finishing“.

So, now that there are two Fofanas at CFC, how many more incomings will there be at Stamford Bridge next month? Well, this report claims that two midfielders may join, a centreback is prioritised, not to mention rightback cover being necessary.

Therefore this coming Jan could be the time when Chelsea exceed their record expenditure in the winter window. £75million was spent in 2011 thanks to the arrival of Fernando Torres and David Luiz. Newcastle United, Liverpool and Everton spent the most out of EPL clubs in the first market of 2022.

Graham Potter’s reaction to Chelsea’s victory over Bournemouth

In spite of a more convincing win against the Cherries, the Blues squad does still require new recruits. And many of them. But what did boss Graham Potter think to the performance on Tuesday? Well, the former Ostersunds, Swansea City and Brighton & Hove Albion chief began a post-match interview by speaking on the loss of Reece James to injury, once again. However, we now know that James won’t be available for around one month.

Secondly, the gaffer echoed goalscoring midfielder Mason Mount’s assessment that a win was compulsory. Thirdly, Potter was asked about being backed and hoping the fans see the club’s “path”. Fourthly, more questions on the stricken fullback emerged.

Finally, the head coach declined to speak about a prospective agreement for Benoit Badiashile, as he always does. You can read football.london’s transcript by clicking here.