Chelsea is reportedly interested in acquiring Leeds United’s talented winger Crysencio Summerville following Leeds’ failure to secure promotion to the Premier League. The 22-year-old Dutchman has attracted attention due to his impressive performances and potential fit at Stamford Bridge.
Leeds United is preparing for bids on Summerville, with Chelsea leading the race to secure his services. Liverpool has also been linked to the young winger, though there has been no concrete move from the Merseyside club yet. Leeds has set Summerville’s asking price at £30 million ($38.3 million).
Summerville enjoyed a standout season with Leeds, scoring 21 goals across all competitions in the 2023-24 campaign. This prolific form has made him a hot commodity, especially as Leeds faces financial pressures after losing the Championship play-off final to Southampton. The failure to gain promotion is a significant setback, considering the estimated £140 million revenue boost that comes with Premier League status.
In a memorable spell during the 2022 Premier League season, Summerville netted goals in four consecutive matches against Fulham, Liverpool, Bournemouth, and Tottenham. Despite these standout performances, these remain his only Premier League goals to date.
Chelsea is currently undergoing another period of transition, with the club nearing the appointment of Enzo Maresca as the new manager, replacing Mauricio Pochettino. This decision has stirred mixed reactions among fans. However, Chelsea ended the 2023-24 season on a positive note under Pochettino, securing European football for next season. Summerville’s potential arrival could bolster the squad as they aim to build on this momentum.
As the transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on whether Chelsea can finalize the deal for Summerville and further strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.
