Paulo Dybala, the star of Roma, has broken his silence amid speculations of a transfer to Chelsea.
After cementing his cult hero status at Juventus, the Argentine World Cup champion joined Jose Mourinho’s side on a free transfer one year ago.
The 29-year-old played with the ‘Old Lady’ for seven seasons during which time he won five Serie A titles.
In the 2022–23 season, he made an impression in Rome, scoring 18 goals across all competitions to lead the team to the Europa League final. His play has attracted the Blues’ interest, and new manager Mauricio Pochettino has been strongly linked with a move for his countryman.
And Dybala further fuelled the rumours last week when shared a picture of him and his partner at Wimbledon last week. He followed that trip up by attending the British Grand Prix at Silverstone on Sunday afternoon.
Also at the F1 race was Chelsea centre back Thiago Silva admitted he’d discussed a potential move with the star.
“I’ve asked Paulo Dybala if it’s true that he’s coming to Chelsea but he didn’t answer,” Silva confirmed.
“He’s a top player, he’d be a massive signing for us — I’d like it.”
Thiago Silva, Raphael Varane, Paulo Dybala and Reece James at the British Grand Prix 🏎
(via @tsilva3, @raphaelvarane) pic.twitter.com/atVG8hYvkq
— ESPN FC (@ESPNFC) July 9, 2023
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What Paulo Dybala Said About A Chelsea Move
However, speaking himself to LAROMA24, Dybala denied his visit to London was for business as well as pleasure: ‘I’m motivated for pre-season, which we’re starting tomorrow (Monday),” he said.
“My future? I’m happy at Roma. I’m staying here.”
Dybala still has two years remaining on his deal in Serie A, and there has been little indication from Mourinho that he’s prepared to let his key man go.
A move for the ex-Palermo player would not make a big dent in Chelsea’s budget, with a release clause in his contract allowing him to join a team outside of Italy for just £10m.
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