It is no secret that Chelsea are actively trying to find new homes for some of their players. At the same time, there are those who they are not desperate to see depart, but would be open to parting ways if the right offer arrives on their table. And it looks like one such player is wanted by Bundesliga giants RB Leipzig.
Of course, Chelsea are already involved in talks with RB Leipzig. For weeks, they have been trying to engineer a deal for Xavi Simons but that has not materialised so far, as the Blues need to say goodbye to some players first in order to balance the books and make space in their squad to welcome fresh faces.
One player who has surprisingly been linked with a Chelsea exit is Tyrique George. He played a decent bit of football last season but is expected to struggle for game time this season, following the signing of Jamie Gittens and the expected arrival of Alejandro Garnacho at some point.
As reported by CaughtOffside, Chelsea are prepared to sanction either a permanent departure or a loan deal if the right offer emerges. RB Leipzig officials are preparing a formal offer worth in excess of €15 million. They want to hand George a four-to-five-year contract.
Bundesliga club preparing €15 million-plus offer for Chelsea player
It is hard to imagine that Chelsea would be willing to part ways with George for that kind of a transfer fee. He made 26 appearances for the Blues last season, scoring three times and providing five assists as well.
Chelsea could send him out on loan and if he ends up having a successful loan spell, his transfer valuation would be easily be much higher than €15 million. Just look at someone like Omari Hutchinson as a benchmark.
As things stand, George's future is unclear. But one would hope that Chelsea are ready to stand firm is the right offer does not arrive.