Latest Chelsea News: Noel Whelan, a former star for Leeds United, thinks that Christian Pulisic, a striker now playing for Chelsea, might be moved during the summer transfer window.

The Blues of Thomas Tuchel finished in third place in the Premier League for the 2021-22 season. Although they did so by the narrowest of margins. The West London club had a successful beginning to the season. But, they failed to maintain their level of play in the latter stages of the competition.

They finished the season with 74 points, 19 points behind the league leaders, Manchester City, having won twice, drawn thrice, and lost once in their last six games of the season.

The Blues will attempt to improve upon their previous results over the next season, for which they may bring in new players. According to Whelan, Pulisic may be one of the guys who will depart to create place for new players. This would clear the way for new players to join the team.

What did he say?

Whelan underlined the American’s limitations. He indicated why Chelsea may search for a “improvement” when speaking to Football Insider. He said:

“Pulisic has the potential to be the game-winning goal for Chelsea. Despite this, he does not play football an excessive amount. When he does, he is not reliable enough to be considered a reliable option. Thomas Tuchel does not consider him to be his first pick. This summer, I anticipate a great deal of transition taking place at Chelsea. This is not yet Tuchel’s team. The manager will be eager for the chance to bring in players of his own choosing. Pulisic is at risk of being left out as a result of it. I do not doubt that they will be trying to sign an improvement. They need to do so if they want to compete with Liverpool or Manchester City in the next season.”

During the 2021-22 season, Christian Pulisic was a member of the Londoners’ roster for a total of 38 games in all competitions. He only scored five times and had eight assists. However, he was often a frustrating figure for the other team in front of their goal.

Latest Chelsea News: Raheem Sterling, now playing for Manchester City, might be a player that Chelsea is interested in signing

According to rumors, Chelsea is interested in signing Raheem Sterling, a top player for Manchester City (via Football Transfers). It is thought that Sterling’s future is uncertain,. The Blues would think about signing him in the summer. 

Tuchel’s club may make a bid for the Englishman in the summertime if any of the following players are sold: Hakim Ziyech, Timo Werner, or Christian Pulisic.

Even though he did not play as much, Sterling was still able to provide a significant number of goals and assists throughout the 2021-22 season.

He finished the season with 13 goals and six assists in the Premier League. On the last day of the season, Sterling provided an assist for Ilkay Gundogan’s goal in the 81st minute. It helped City win the league title. This was Sterling’s most significant goal contribution.