A Manchester United star and fellow England international has reportedly opened up about attempts made behind the scenes to convince a highly-rated academy product to stay and battle for his future at the club.
According to reports, the discussions took place while both players were away on international duty, with hopes of changing the forward’s mind about his next step. However, it is believed those efforts had little impact, as the player had already made up his mind about seeking a fresh challenge elsewhere.
Speculation suggests the talented attacker has been heavily impressed by Chelsea’s long-term plans and the sporting vision being put in place under Xabi Alonso.
The reported development has caught many fans off guard, especially considering the player’s previous links with Manchester United and his status as one of England’s most promising attacking prospects.
Should the switch eventually go through, supporters of Chelsea FC are likely to see it as another major signal of intent as the club looks to strengthen ahead of the upcoming campaign.
At this stage, though, there has been no official confirmation, and the situation remains firmly in the realm of transfer speculation.
