The former Blues player would like to see the Norwegian star make his way to Stamford Bridge this summer
Chelsea need to sign Erling Haaland to challenge again for the Premier League title, according to Joe Cole.
Thomas Tuchel has taken Chelsea from midfield to fourth in the standings since replacing Frank Lampard in the dugout at the end of January.
The Blues are still lacking firepower in the third final, as their 0-0 draw at Leeds United showed on Saturday again, and Cole wants to see them plunder Borussia Dortmund for Haaland to solve that issue.
What was said?
“They need one player for me, Haaland. It’s on the wish list. ”Told the former Chelsea player BT Sport. “He is No. 9. There are so many in this squad, there is quality in every area, such a strong squad.
“You just need the same magic polish, that’s No. 9, the center of that focus and it will transform this club into getting back to challenging glory days for the title on a regular basis. ”
What would Haaland bring to Chelsea?
Haaland has established itself as one of the most advanced midfielders in European football since joining Dortmund from Red Bull Salzburg in January 2020.
The Norwegian striker has scored 47 goals in his first 48 games across all competitions, including 12 in the Champions League, and is now enthralled for a summer move with silver large.
Tammy Abraham is currently Chelsea’s top scorer for 2020-21, with 12 goals to his name from 30 appearances, but has been in favor since Tuchel joined Stamford Bridge.
Meanwhile, Timo Werner has just scratched ten in 38 after being caught for £ 47.5 million ($ 66m) from RB Leipzig last summer, and Olivier Giroud is back. approaching his two years in office at 34.
The bigger picture
Dortmund will reportedly be open to inside bids of around € 80 million (£ 69m / $ 96m) for Haaland in the summer, with Chelsea among those to receive credit with an interest in his services.
However, the Blues are likely to face competition for his signature from Premier League rivals Manchester United and Manchester City, while Spanish giants Barcelona and Real Madrid are also linked with the Norwegians.