Chelsea join race for Liverpool-linked Serie A defender


Chelsea is the latest page where you express interest signing Bologna Center-Back Sam Beukema, reports in Italy.

The 26-year-old changed from AZ Alkmaar to Bologna in the summer of 2023 and surprised himself in Italy during his time.

A 2-1 win against AC Milan at the end of the last month showed another impressive performance of Beukema Andi Italian Publication Gianluca di Marzio Report that scouts from Chelsea were on the stands to observe the Dutchman in action.

It is known that Chelsea is strengthening defense this summer. Benoit Badishile, Tosin Adarabioyo and Trevoh Chalobah are exposed to uncertain futures in Enzo Maresca’s side, while Wesley Fofana continues to prove itself after a long magic of the edge by injuries.

Many admirers have attracted many admirers, including Atletico Madrid and Juventus, while reports in Italy mentioned Liverpool as a potential applicant. The Reds boss Arne Slot admits that in his time as a Feyenoord manager, he admits his wish to sign Beukema.

A move to England would appeal to Beukema, who had previously admitted that his weakness for West Ham United would not prevent him from joining another side of the Premier League.

“I also have ambitions and hope that one day I might be able to play in the Premier League or in another large club,” he said to Inews in October 2024, when he was asked about left to Liverpool.

“I supported West Ham. I visited Upton Park with my father once. I was really impressed because the Feyenoord atmosphere was similar or Eagles continues. But of course there are so many great teams in England.

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