{"id":50130,"date":"2026-07-14T02:34:54","date_gmt":"2026-07-14T06:34:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/14\/source-chelseas-75m-demand-for-versatile-full-back-deemed-excessive\/"},"modified":"2026-07-14T02:34:54","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T06:34:54","slug":"source-chelseas-75m-demand-for-versatile-full-back-deemed-excessive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/14\/source-chelseas-75m-demand-for-versatile-full-back-deemed-excessive\/","title":{"rendered":"Source: Chelsea&#8217;s \u00a375m demand for versatile full-back deemed &#8216;excessive&#8217;"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/14\/source-chelseas-75m-demand-for-versatile-full-back-deemed-excessive\/#Chelsea_full-back_open_to_move_to_Man_City\" >Chelsea full-back open to move to Man City<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/14\/source-chelseas-75m-demand-for-versatile-full-back-deemed-excessive\/#High_ratings_could_lead_City_to_other_goals\" >High ratings could lead City to other goals<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"article-body\">\n<!-- Article Start --><\/p>\n<p><strong>Manchester City&#8217;s search for a specialist right-back has been one of the key storylines in Enzo Maresca&#8217;s first transfer window to the Etihad.<br \/><\/strong><br \/>The new manager is looking for a defender who can contribute in possession, move into advanced areas and adapt between different structures without disrupting the team&#8217;s rhythm.<\/p>\n<div id=\"message-list_1779082922.637049\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" aria-labelledby=\"primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-sender primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-message_text primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-alt_text primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-date_time primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-reaction_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-reply_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-link_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-attachment_count primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-has_draft_reply primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-pinned_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-edited_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-later_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-broadcast_state primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-broadcast_thread_root_message primary-DPALHTQM9-1779082922.637049-translated_state\" style=\"clear:left;\">\n<div>\n<div aria-roledescription=\"message\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div>\n<div><b>Download the official CaughtOffSide app to get all the latest news and updates straight to your phone. above <\/b><b><u><span draggable=\"true\">apple<\/span><\/u><\/b><b>    &#038; <\/b><b><u><span draggable=\"true\">Google play<\/span><\/u><\/b><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Maresca&#8217;s reunion with players he previously coached at Chelsea will shorten the usual adjustment period.<\/p>\n<p>However, due to the huge difference in valuations between the two clubs, City will need to decide whether to increase their offer or move quickly to a more affordable alternative.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chelsea_full-back_open_to_move_to_Man_City\"><\/span>Chelsea full-back open to move to Man City<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This was revealed by a person close to the agent industry. <em><strong>catch off side<\/strong> <\/em>Man City have identified Maro Gusto as one of their main defensive targets and believe the French international is open to joining the squad.<\/p>\n<p>City are considering an offer of around 45 million euros, while Chelsea are demanding around 75 million pounds for the 23-year-old.<\/p>\n<p>Price differences remain the biggest hurdle. City Xtra reports that City will not reach Chelsea&#8217;s current valuation, but further talks are expected to take place after the World Cup.<\/p>\n<p>Chelsea are not completely opposed to a sale, but will only seriously negotiate if their financial expectations are respected.<\/p>\n<p>The fact that Mr. Gast is familiar with Maresca&#8217;s methods is a big draw. He made 72 appearances under the Italian at Stamford Bridge, scoring two goals and providing six assists, so City will be signing someone who already understands the manager&#8217;s tactical demands.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High_ratings_could_lead_City_to_other_goals\"><\/span>High ratings could lead City to other goals<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>With Gusto remaining on his long-term contract, Chelsea have little reason to add cheap reinforcements to their domestic rivals, giving Chelsea an advantage in negotiations.<\/p>\n<p>His versatility and Premier League experience also make him more valuable than unproven overseas options.<\/p>\n<p>However, City believe Chelsea&#8217;s demands are &#8220;excessive&#8221; and could now turn to other targets.<\/p>\n<p>If Chelsea refuse to compromise, City could consider Newcastle&#8217;s Tino Libramento, Feyenoord&#8217;s youngster Zivairo Ried and Porto&#8217;s Martim Fernandes.<\/p>\n<p>Gusto would be a great tactical signing for Maresca, but \u00a375m is too expensive. City need a natural right-back but are paying a high fee simply because the manager knows the player&#8217;s financial planning is poor.<\/p>\n<p>Chelsea are entitled to protect their assets, especially if they sell them to rivals.<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>\u201cYes, yes\u201d \u2013 Alonso confirms desire to work with player heavily linked with Chelsea departure<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p><!-- Article End -->\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Manchester City&#8217;s search for a specialist right-back has been one of the key storylines in Enzo Maresca&#8217;s first transfer window to the Etihad.The new manager is looking for a defender who can contribute in possession, move into advanced areas and adapt between different structures without disrupting the team&#8217;s rhythm. 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