{"id":294073,"date":"2023-11-15T06:54:27","date_gmt":"2023-11-15T06:54:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsloveme.com\/?p=294073"},"modified":"2023-11-15T06:54:27","modified_gmt":"2023-11-15T06:54:27","slug":"chelsea-make-final-decision-on-signing-tottenhams-no-1-striker-target","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsloveme.com\/soccer\/chelsea-make-final-decision-on-signing-tottenhams-no-1-striker-target\/","title":{"rendered":"Chelsea make ‘final decision’ on signing Tottenham’s No 1 striker target"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Chelsea have decided not to pursue a transfer for Feyenoord hotshot Santiago Gimenez in January, according to reports. The Blues have been strongly linked with the Mexican but will supposedly avoid making a move in the winter window.<\/p>\n

Gimenez\u2019s excellent form in the Eredivisie has caught the attention of Europe\u2019s top clubs. Chelsea and Premier League rivals Tottenham have both been credited with an interest in the 22-year-old.<\/p>\n

Chelsea are desperate for a prolific No 9 having seen Nicolas Jackson struggle in his first few months in the Premier League. Meanwhile, Spurs are yet to replace Harry Kane with an elite No 9.<\/p>\n

But while Spurs have reportedly been keeping tabs on Gimenez\u2019s progress in the Netherlands, Chelsea are not convinced by a January move for the striker. They will reportedly pass up the opportunity to sign him.<\/p>\n

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According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea are familiar with Gimenez\u2019s situation and could sign the star for around \u00a339million. But there is no \u2018concrete\u2019 interest from the Blues in terms of completing a move.<\/p>\n

However, Spurs have reportedly watched the former Cruz Azul prospect \u2018multiple times\u2019 and could negotiate a deal with Feyenoord. The North Londoners are keen to sign a striker in January due to Richarlison\u2019s failure to fill the huge void vacated by club icon Harry Kane\u2019s departure.<\/p>\n

Gimenez has scored 13 goals in 12 Eredivisie appearances this season, bagging a further two strikes in the Champions League. Feyenoord are keen to keep their star man but appreciate that his form will attract interest from Europe\u2019s biggest clubs.<\/p>\n