Opinion: Chelsea show ‘concrete’ interest in 16-goal Bundesliga star; he is a cheaper alternative they must go for

Chelsea eye 16-goal Bundesliga star as cost-effective striker option

According to Florian Plettenberg, Chelsea have expressed interest in Maximilian Beier, a forward who plays TSG Hoffenheim and hope to recruit the 21-year-old.

Many other teams are interested as the Blues continue their persistent chase of elite young talents across the world, with Beier being the most recent addition to their extensive list of targets.

Chelsea are aiming to bring in some of the most promising young striker profiles available, and they have now set their sights on Maximilian Beier. The 21-year-old Hoffenheim striker is part of Germany’s Euros team and got a few minutes under his belt in the Switzerland game.

His 16 Bundesliga goals for Hoffenheim have undoubtedly placed him on the transfer map, with Chelsea reportedly interested in signing him. He has a €30 million release clause.

 Chelsea made an enquiry for Hoffenheim striker Maximilian Beier. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)
Chelsea made an enquiry for Hoffenheim striker Maximilian Beier. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)

The striker is yet to make a choice, but if Chelsea’s interest is genuine, they will continue their persistent chase. Regarding the pursuit of a striker, the Blues have sought several names: Aston Villa’s Jhon Duran, whose release clause stands at ÂŁ40m; Atletico Madrid’s Samu Omordion, whose release clause is ÂŁ85m; Napoli’s forward Victor Osimhen, whose release clause could cost as much as ÂŁ109.7m

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Chelsea have admitted defeat in the pursuit of Michael Olise and a move for their ex-forward Dominic Solanke is viewed as too high for the £65m release clause. They are considering cheaper alternatives and Beier fits the bill