"I need them." Enzo Maresca tells board to make these two signings after missing out on Michael Olise.

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Chelsea’s pursuit of Crystal Palace’s Michael Olise has been one of the summer’s most intriguing transfer sagas. The young winger, who has made a significant impact at Selhurst Park, was heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge. However, recent developments reveal that Chelsea has decided to back out of the deal for two key reasons. 

According to sources close to the player, the allure of playing in the Champions League and the prospect of breaking into the French national team were major factors in Olise’s decision. 

However, two critical reasons contributed to Chelsea’s decision to back out. First, while the transfer fee was not a stumbling block, Olise’s salary demands were deemed excessive. The Athletic reports that these demands were a significant deterrent for Chelsea. Secondly, the financial realities of running a top club, as quickly learned by Todd Boehly, played a crucial role. Balancing the books and maintaining a sustainable wage structure are vital aspects of modern football management.

 This decision comes amidst reports that co-owner Todd Boehly is nearing the signing of a €65m Brazilian alternative. 

In the wake of backing out of the Olise deal, Chelsea is reportedly closing in on a €65m alternative. This move indicates the club’s strategic pivot and determination to strengthen their squad without compromising financial stability. The identity of this Brazilian star remains under wraps, but the move underscores Chelsea’s proactive approach in the transfer market.

Chelsea interested in two other players:

Chelsea are reportedly working to sign two more players after pulling out of the deal to sign Michael Olise.  

The two names linked with a potential move are Maximilian Beier and Marc Guiu. 

Maximilian Beier 

As reported by journalist Florian Plettenberg on his social media, Chelsea have gathered information about the player and are the main contender for the player. There have also been reports in the media that several other unnamed English Premier League clubs and Bayer Leverkusen would like to see Maximilian in their ranks.

Beier made his Bundesliga debut with Hoffenheim in February 2020. In the 2023/2024 season, the player participated in 36 matches across all competitions for the German club, scoring 16 goals and providing three assists.

Per Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea have also expressed interest in Barcelona striker Marc Guiu. The Blues can acquire the 18-year-old youngster for just €6 million. The youngster’s contract is also set to expire next season, which could put the Blues in a position to sign the forward if Barcelona fail to renew his deal.

Under former manager Xavi, Guiu was given a chance to showcase his talent last season, and the youngster appeared in seven matches last term, scoring a winner against Athletic Club and an equaliser against Royal Antwerp.

However, the Barca academy player has spent most of the season with Barca Atletic and has barely received minutes on the pitch for the senior team.

Both players are believed to be fit for Enzo Maresca's system and Chelsea are willing to pay their release clause. The Blues are looking to bolster their attacking threat and provide a major competition for Nicolas Jackson.