Report: Chelsea poised to make approach for AC Milan star in coming weeks
Chelsea are reportedly planning to make a move for AC Milan defender Strahinja Pavlovic in the coming weeks as they seek defensive reinforcements. The club has struggled defensively this season, partly due to the absence of Levi Colwill, who suffered an ACL injury before the campaign began. Pavlovic, who has made 34 appearances for Milan this season, is also a target for contract extension by the Serie A club.
- ▪Chelsea are expected to make an approach for AC Milan defender Strahinja Pavlovic.
- ▪The Blues have struggled defensively this season following Levi Colwill's ACL injury.
- ▪AC Milan aim to extend Pavlovic's contract, which currently runs until 2028 with an option for another year.
- ▪Pavlovic has made 34 appearances across all competitions for AC Milan this season.
- ▪Chelsea previously missed out on signing Jeremy Jacquet, who joined Liverpool instead.
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