On loan Chelsea defender, Levi Colwill could be on the move to Manchester City or Liverpool this summer. Thereby, putting Chelsea at risk of losing him.
The Blues permitted Colwill to leave for Brighton in the summer on a season-long deal. Despite the Seagulls’ desire to capture the 20-year-old on a long-term contract.
The Evening Standard reported that Man City and Liverpool are interested in acquiring Chelsea’s talented young player at the end of the current campaign.
According to the source, Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp’s teams are prepared to conduct raids in an effort to benefit from Chelsea’s financial threats.
This might force the Blues to sell their academy players in order to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations.
The left-footed defender has been identified as the “top target” ahead of the summer transfer window by both Liverpool and City, who are eager to strengthen their defenses.
Colwill has demonstrated his abilities under Roberto De Zerbi. Breaking into a strong Brighton lineup and earning a spot in the starting XI alongside Lewis Dunk.
While Todd Boehly plans to make money off the young Englishman. Colwill is expected to initiate contract negotiations with Chelsea to stay with the team.
Despite assurances that the Blues will adhere to the FFP regulations. There remains a chance for a fire sale at Stamford Bridge after spending £600 million over the course of two transfer windows.
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The likes of Conor Gallagher have been touted for a move away from Stamford Bridge. Everton and Crystal Palace are thought to be interested in the Englishman. Callum Hudson-Odoi, who is on loan at Bayer Leverkusen is also expected to leave the club.
Mason Mount has also been closely associated with a move to Liverpool.
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