Chelsea are reportedly set to offer Marc Cucurella a new contract following recent speculation linking him with a move to Saudi Arabia.
Chelsea are reportedly prepared to offer left-back Marc Cucurella a new contract following the recent speculation over his future.
Saudi Arabian side Al-Nassr have unveiled Joao Felix as the latest member of their squad after they reached an agreement with Chelsea over a deal worth an initial £25.3m.
The Saudi Pro League club has also been linked with a move for Cucurella, as they look to bolster a squad that contains the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo and Sadio Mane.
However, Chelsea have made it clear that they have no plans to sell the Spain international during the current window.
Chelsea preparing Cucurella contract offer
According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea will attempt to ward off any transfer interest by offering Cucurella a new contract.
The 27-year-old still has three years left to run on his current deal, but he now looks set to be given the chance to commit his long-term future to the club.
The update claims that the Blues ‘plan to offer’ Cucurella a new contract to recognise his status as a ‘key part’ of Enzo Maresca‘s squad.
Chelsea are working on a new deal to recruit versatile Ajax defender Jorrel Hato, but he is not seen as a replacement for Cucurella.
Instead, Hato will provide cover for the Spaniard and will also compete for one of the two centre-back spots in Maresca’s starting lineup.
Cucurella’s importance to Chelsea
Cucurella struggled to find his best form when he joined Chelsea from Brighton & Hove Albion in August 2022.
However, he has since established himself as a regular fixture in the Chelsea side and has built a reputation as one of Europe’s top left-backs with his performances for club and country.
Cucurella racked up 54 competitive appearances during the 2024-25 campaign, contributing seven goals and four assists.
The former Getafe man helped the West London club win the Conference League and the Club World Cup in Maresca’s first season in charge.
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