Chelsea are weighing up a possible move for Atletico Madrid right-back Kieran Trippier, according to reports in the English media.
With Reece James expected to be sidelined for two months with a hamstring problem, a temporary replacement will need to be sought in the January transfer window.
Trippier is thought to be looking to make the switch back to the UK in order to be closer to his family and a lot of supporters on Twitter believe that the England international would be a good addition to the squad:
Not the worst idea with James out for so long
— Burch’s Books and Beer (@ElBurcho) January 1, 2022
He’d genuinely be a very good rotation wing back, can play on both sides and is experienced, I’d prefer Traore or Mæhle but would be content with Trippier
— CJ (@Cohen_CFC) January 1, 2022
Yes finally!!! He is not expensive, is English, is Chelsea fan will adapt here very easily. Get him @ChelseaFC
— Ayussss (@CFCAyush) January 1, 2022
This wouldn’t even be a bad signing. He’s been decent for Atletico
— David Gannon (@david_gannon01) January 1, 2022
He would be good rotation player for sharing load of Reece james.
— Prakash Rana (@Prakash91629765) January 1, 2022
Not a bad shout…. With Azpi leaving too
— JB5 (@JacobPalm6) January 1, 2022
That will be a good one
— Young Kelvin (@YoungKeezy10) January 1, 2022
Wouldn’t think twice. It’s a yes for me
— ChelseaTycoon (@cfctycoon2) January 1, 2022
The Blues will have rivals for the 31-year-old’s signature. Newcastle are also keen on the defender, with it being reported that the Magpies have submitted a formal bid for the former Tottenham player.
Manchester United are also said to have a long-standing interest in Trippier but the fullback is believed to be Chelsea fan so he would likely prefer a switch to Stamford Bridge.
