BREAKING NEWS: Chelsea have expressed interest in signing a new midfielder who recently represented his national team in a match on Friday.
The international break, though often dull, provides club scouting teams with an opportunity to assess players on the international stage and update their reports. It appears Chelsea’s scouts have been making the most of this period, focusing on one player in particular.
Reports suggest Chelsea are interested in Red Star Belgrade’s midfielder Andrija Maksimovic. According to Tutto Juve, Chelsea, along with Manchester City and Liverpool, are keeping an eye on the 17-year-old Serbian talent.
Maksimovic played for Serbia in their 1-1 draw against Switzerland in the Nations League on Friday, coming on as a substitute. Despite his young age, he has already earned three senior caps for his national team.
Chelsea, under their new ownership and recruitment team, have made it a priority to secure young talents before they become high-profile and expensive. This strategy has seen them amass a wealth of promising players. Maksimovic, who has also gained valuable experience playing in the Champions League, fits this mold perfectly. According to the same report, Chelsea have already sent scouts to monitor his performances.
While it remains to be seen if their interest will lead to a formal move, Maksimovic is undoubtedly one of many young prospects on Chelsea’s radar. However, his talent and potential make him stand out from the crowd.
