Chelsea Eye Winger Chris Fuhrich as Potential Backup for Michael Olise

As the summer transfer window unfolds, Chelsea’s potential moves largely involve familiar names, whether for incoming or outgoing transfers.

New targets often emerge more gradually, influenced by leaks from clubs’ scouting departments.

One intriguing new name linked with Chelsea is Chris Fuhrich, the Stuttgart winger. Fuhrich played a key role in Stuttgart’s impressive Bundesliga season, often assisting goal-scorer Serhou Guirassy. According to CaughtOffside, both Chelsea and Tottenham are monitoring the 26-year-old.

Fuhrich delivered a standout performance last season, tallying 8 goals and 7 assists, contributing significantly to Stuttgart’s second-place finish behind Bayer Leverkusen.

Despite his success and potential desire to stay and compete in the Champions League, his release clause makes him an attractive target for interested clubs.

While Chelsea typically focuses on signing younger players, the availability of Fuhrich, especially given his release clause, presents an interesting opportunity. Although Chelsea doesn’t have a strict policy against signing players over 25, such a move would diverge from their usual strategy.

Currently, Chelsea’s primary target is Michael Olise. However, if acquiring Olise proves difficult, Fuhrich could emerge as a viable option later in the summer transfer window.

This strategy allows Chelsea to keep their options open while navigating the complexities of the transfer market.