Chelsea endured a disappointing 2025-26 campaign and now face a crucial summer rebuild.
The Blues finished 10th in the Premier League and missed out on European football despite reaching the FA Cup final. As a result, significant changes are expected at Stamford Bridge.
The club are already assessing several positions as they look to strengthen the squad ahead of the new season. Chelsea have also seen movement in the opposite direction.
Marc Cucurella has officially joined Real Madrid, leaving the Blues in the market for a new option on the left side of defence.
Replacing the Spaniard has become an important objective. However, Chelsea have encountered difficulties in their pursuit of one of their preferred targets.
Juventus defender Andrea Cambiaso has emerged as a leading candidate, but negotiations have not progressed smoothly due to differences in valuation.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Chelsea have proposed including Nicolas Jackson in a swap deal after failing to match Juventus’ asking price for Cambiaso.
The Italy international has attracted interest from several major clubs. Barcelona are also monitoring the situation and reportedly explored the possibility of including Ronald Araujo in a player-plus-cash offer.
Juventus currently value Cambiaso at around €40 million. However, Chelsea’s opening proposal reportedly stood between €27 million and €28 million, creating a significant gap between the two clubs.
That has prompted Chelsea to consider alternative solutions. The Blues have suggested the potential inclusion of Jackson, believing the striker could help bridge the difference in valuation.
The proposal may also appeal to Juventus because the Serie A giants are actively searching for a new centre-forward.
Jackson recently returned to Stamford Bridge following a one-season loan spell at Bayern Munich. His future now appears uncertain as Chelsea explore ways to complete a deal for Cambiaso.
🚨 Chelsea are in negotiations to sign Juventus defender Andrea Cambiaso.
The Blues could offer Nicolas Jackson as part of the deal to help reach an agreement with the Italian club.
Juventus value Cambiaso between €35M and €50M, with discussions focusing on a player-plus-cash… pic.twitter.com/FyTk593iAa
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