Chelsea Contemplates Triggering Bargain Release Clause for Paulo Dybala in January Transfer

Vishal BhawaniPublished: 08 Jan 2024 01:23 PM

In the midst of their pursuit for attacking reinforcements, Chelsea are reportedly considering activating the release clause for Roma forward Paulo Dybala in the January transfer window. Despite a recent 4-0 FA Cup victory over Preston, manager Mauricio Pochettino appears determined to bolster the squad’s attacking options.

Chelsea to get Paulo Dybala for as low as €12 million

🚨 Paulo Dybala will have a €13m release clause in his contract for non-Italian clubs from tomorrow! 🇦🇷

AS Roma reserves the right to reject offers from Italian clubs but will not be able to do anything if the player wants to go abroad for a club which has activated the clause.… pic.twitter.com/aTJb8mEEnQ
— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) December 31, 2023

Dybala, 30, is currently in the second year of his contract with Roma, set to run until 2025, but a crucial release clause presents an opportunity for interested clubs. According to reports from TuttoMercatoWeb, Chelsea could secure Dybala’s services by bidding a mere £10.3 million (€12 million) before the release clause expires on January 15.

The Argentine forward, who joined Roma in the summer of 2022 after an eight-year spell with Juventus, remains an iconic figure in Turin, having scored 115 goals in 293 club appearances. Dybala’s heroics at the 2022 World Cup, where he played a pivotal role in Argentina’s triumph over France in the final, have only added to his allure.

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Despite the lavish spending by Chelsea’s owner Todd Boehly, who has invested over £1 billion since taking charge in the 2022/23 campaign, Financial Fair Play restrictions may necessitate player sales to fund significant acquisitions. A cut-price deal for Dybala represents an appealing option for the Blues, providing a potential solution to their attacking needs.

As Chelsea navigates a crucial month, featuring a League Cup semi-final against Middlesbrough, a Premier League clash with Fulham, and a challenging trip to Liverpool, securing Dybala’s signature could play a decisive role in shaping the remainder of their season.