BREAKING NEWS: Enzo Maresca wants club to sign €100m rated player from Bundesliga giants as Mudryk’s replacement
According to reports, Chelsea is keeping a watch on Jamie Gittens, a teenage winger for Borussia Dortmund whose performances have drawn interest from numerous elite European clubs. Known for playing mostly on the left wing, the 20-year-old Englishman has drawn interest from Chelsea and other teams trying to increase their offensive options.
Chelsea has made it a goal to sign some of the top young players in the globe after Clearlake Capital took over in 2022. Gittens has reportedly drawn interest from Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, as both teams’ scouts regularly attend Borussia Dortmund games, according to Bild. Liverpool is apparently watching the talented young youngster in addition to Chelsea and Spurs.
Gittens’ Market Value and Contract Situation
Jamie Gittens’ current market value is estimated at €35 million by Transfermarkt, but Borussia Dortmund values him much higher, reportedly around €100 million. With a contract that runs until the summer of 2028, the Bundesliga club holds a strong position in any potential transfer negotiations, allowing them to demand a significant fee if any suitor wants to secure Gittens’ services.
Although Gittens is not yet a guaranteed starter for Dortmund, he has shown glimpses of his potential this season. The young winger has contributed five goals and three assists in 10 appearances across all competitions, indicating his growing influence on the team. His most recent goal came during a Champions League clash against Real Madrid on October 22, where he found the net in a 5-2 defeat at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Mudryk’s Situation at Chelsea
Meanwhile, Shakhtar Donetsk’s general director Sergiy Palkin has commented on the struggles of Mykhailo Mudryk at Chelsea, suggesting that the club has not yet figured out how to get the best out of the Ukrainian winger. Mudryk joined Chelsea in 2023 but has yet to make a significant impact.
In an interview with GOAL, Palkin likened the situation to owning a Ferrari without knowing how to drive it, saying, “You don’t need a Ferrari if you don’t know how to drive it. A normal car will do. If you buy a Ferrari, you should think about how to handle it.”
Palkin expressed confidence that Mudryk would eventually showcase his abilities, emphasizing that the winger is a “difference maker,” as seen in his performances for the Ukrainian national team. Since joining Chelsea, Mudryk has managed seven goals and seven assists in 66 appearances. In comparison, during his time with Shakhtar Donetsk, he scored 12 goals and provided 17 assists in 44 appearances, demonstrating his potential when given the right conditions to thrive.
Potential for a Big-Money Move
For Gittens, the interest from multiple Premier League clubs signals a potential big-money move in the near future. Dortmund’s valuation suggests that any team looking to sign him will need to be prepared to make a significant investment. Whether Chelsea, Tottenham, or Liverpool will be willing to meet Dortmund’s demands remains to be seen, but Gittens’ rising profile and performances could make him one of the most sought-after young talents in European football.