Chelsea has actively pursued both Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah as they approached contract renewals with Liverpool. While van Dijk ultimately chose to extend his stay at Liverpool, reports indicate Chelsea were among several clubs interested in him, including maintaining discussions post-Champions League encounters. Despite Chelsea's desire to acquire experienced players, the club has primarily focused on younger talents under new ownership. The shift in strategy raises questions about their transfer tactics, as they have not signed anyone over 25 since Aubameyang's arrival in 2022.
Chelsea explored signing Virgil van Dijk and Mohamed Salah, but both players chose to remain at Liverpool, despite Chelsea's proactive interest.
Van Dijk insisted it was 'always Liverpool', rebuffing interest from Chelsea and other clubs while he was approaching contract renewal.
Chelsea typically focuses on young talent under new ownership, having not signed a player over 25 permanently since Aubameyang in summer 2022.
The rumoured Chelsea interest in older players like Van Dijk and Salah contrasts sharply with their commitment to younger recruits in recent transfers.
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