Chelsea ‘not giving up’ on Pochettino’s Vlahovic request in bad news for duo

Chelsea are reportedly refusing to ‘give up’ in their pursuit of Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic this summer, despite his significant price tag. Mauricio Pochettino is keen to add another forward to his ranks before the Premier League season begins and acquire the services of an alternative option in the final third. The Blues were keen to orchestrate a major reshuffle this summer, though their mission is far from complete. Numerous fringe players have already been offloaded for fair fees but replacements are yet to arrive. A deal was struck for Christopher Nkunku last season and he has now arrived, with Nicolas Jackson also being signed from Villarreal. The duo have led the line for Chelsea in pre-season, however, Pochettino does not appear content with his attacking options. According to GiveMeSport , the Blues are ‘not giving up’ on signing Vlahovic this summer and they have set their sights on making the Serbian their ‘big name’ striker. Juventus are hopeful of letting go of the Serbian but will demand £68million for his services, a significant price to pay for a side that now has options in the final third. Juventus are keen to sell Dusan Vlahovic (Image: Getty) Nkunku’s versatility means that the arrival of Vlahovic could end Chelsea’s pursuit of Ajax star Mohammed Kudus, who was previously reported to be close to agreeing on personal terms with the club. The Ghana international is desperate to leave the Eredivisie outfit this summer and has rejected a contract extension at the Johan Cruyff Arena. Kudus has also been linked with a move to Manchester United , Brighton and Arsenal this summer, though the latter may not have the funds to sign the versatile forward if Chelsea do end up signing Vlahovic. Folarin Balogun has been linked with a move to Chelsea (Image: Getty)