Mauricio Pochettino is eyeing Emile Smith Rowe Chelsea transfer wildcard to complete his ideal window.

Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino faces a crucial transfer decision as the summer transfer deadline of September 1 approaches. Moises Caicedo and Christopher Nkunku are two of the club’s headline senior acquisitions among 16 new additions.

Despite spent over £350 million, Pochettino appears to be planning one more signing at Stamford Bridge. football.london comprehends Chelsea are looking for a player who can play both on the right wing and as a No.10. Rayan Cherki, Bradley Barcola, and Brennan Johnson were among the candidates.

Any interest in the trio, though, appears to have waned in recent days. Football.london understands the Blues’ interest in Johnson has waned. While any potential move for Barcola appears to have taken a turn following Andrey Santos’ loan exit to Nottingham Forest, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, Lyon wanted the Brazilian ace as part of the deal. Mauricio Pochettino is eyeing Emile Smith Rowe Chelsea transfer wildcard to complete his ideal window.

Jeremy Doku and Michael Olise were options early in the window, but the latter signed for Manchester City, while Olise signed a new contract at Crystal Palace, complicating any transfer to Chelsea. As a result, it remains unknown who Pochettino’s final summer signing will be.

Raphinha and Ferran Torres of Barcelona are thought to be on Chelsea’s radar, but a new shocking name surfacing might be viewed as Chelsea’s transfer surprise. Following the departure of Kai Havertz from Chelsea to Arsenal, the Blues may reopen talks with their London rivals for the sale of Emile Smith Rowe.

Chelsea are considering a move for the 23-year-old, according to the Mail. Smith Rowe’s last year has been marred by injuries, beginning with surgery for a groin injury in September and continuing with a thigh trouble three months later.

However, with Arteta also having Reiss Nelson and Leandro Trossard pushing for a starting slot, Chelsea could give Smith Rowe another chance, but the Arsenal manager still appears to have ambitions for the England international.

“He knows how much we love him, and we know how much we missed him and how much we need his qualities,” the Arsenal boss said back in March. “And now he needs to prove it, he needs to prove how much he wants to win, and how much he’s going to contribute to this team to be better and win. And he’s going to have to show that to get in the team.

“I believe we will have to manage his workload, but he is in a position where we can throw him into the team at any time.” Then it’s about how he’s interacting with the team as a whole, and whether we need to pull him off or use him in the final few minutes of the game.”

Smith Rowe had a fantastic season in 2021, which increased his value to €70 million (£60 million), according to CIES Football Observatory. However, just under two years later, that figure has decreased to €20 million (£17 million), presenting a tremendous opportunity for both Arsenal and Chelsea.

Chelsea’s interest combined with a significant lack of minutes over the last few campaigns could mean now is the best time for Arsenal to cash in. Meanwhile, the Blues may see it as a bargain opportunity to sign a Premier League proven player that fits the positions they want a versatile signing to fill.