Chelsea midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall is reportedly on the brink of leaving Stamford Bridge as the January transfer window approaches, with interest mounting from several clubs, including Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur. Notably, Aston Villa seem to be leading the charge for his signature, having initiated discussions about a potential loan arrangement for the promising 22-year-old, as per sources close to the situation.
Dewsbury-Hall enjoyed a remarkable season with Leicester City in the Championship, where his contributions included an impressive tally of 12 goals and 14 assists. His efforts were pivotal in guiding Leicester back to the Premier League. Following the departure of Enzo Maresca to Chelsea, Dewsbury-Hall made a high-profile move to the capital for around £30 million. However, his opportunities to feature this season have been limited, with just 43 minutes on the pitch in the league. Chelsea’s current midfield setup has been dominated by Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia, further compounded by competition from Enzo Fernandez.
According to Fabrizio Romano’s Daily Briefing, Chelsea are open to a loan exit for Dewsbury-Hall, recognising it as a likely scenario. While Manchester United and Tottenham have also shown significant interest, Aston Villa's proactive engagement places them in a strong position to negotiate a deal that could potentially include an option to buy.
Spanish media have reported that Chelsea may entertain a loan move that incorporates a purchase option set at £30 million, thus allowing the club to recover their initial outlay for Dewsbury-Hall should the option be activated. In contrast, Aston Villa's current offer is considerably lower, estimated at around £18.2 million, which includes an upfront sum of £12.4 million coupled with £5.8 million in performance-related bonuses.
Should Chelsea opt to decline Villa’s bid, this could pave the way for Manchester United or Tottenham, alongside other competing clubs, to enter the fray.
In a related development, Football Transfers has noted that Crystal Palace have made a move to secure a loan deal for Chelsea’s Mykhailo Mudryk in the upcoming January window. This potential transaction could be beneficial for both parties, though Mudryk’s willingness to make the switch remains unclear.
Additionally, TEAMtalk has reported that Chelsea are closely observing the progress of 17-year-old Norwegian standout Sverre Nypan, who has established himself as a regular starter at Rosenborg. Top clubs, including Manchester United, Real Madrid, and Borussia Dortmund, are also said to be tracking the promising forward.
Finally, Chelsea appear prepared to part ways with midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka, making him available for transfer as the January window approaches. The young talent has attracted interest from Ipswich Town, and while Chelsea initially valued him around £40 million, it is anticipated that a deal could be reached for a lesser sum, indicative of the ever-changing landscape of the transfer market.