Raphinha deal, Victor Gyokeres transfer,Sane free agent”, Dream Chelsea squad once the January transfer is completed

Raphinha agreement, Victor Gyokeres move, Sane free agency.” Dream Chelsea squad after the January transfer is finalised.

Enzo Maresca may aim to strengthen his Chelsea squad during the January transfer window in order to maintain a strong start to the Premier League season.

The Blues are now third in the table, following a strong start to the 2024/25 season. Maresca has a large squad at his disposal, since Chelsea has spent more than £1 billion under Todd Boehly’s leadership in less than three years.

But the Italian has handled his players effectively, and although he may not require extra players, he may want to reinforce in specific areas to guarantee that a solid start to the season does not fade in the second half of the campaign.

Chelsea will surely need to be careful with their spending to be in line with Financial Fair Play and the Premier League’s Profit & Sustainability Rules. That may imply seeking for a bargain.

While not contributing this season, the Blues will be able to speak with players in other European leagues whose contracts expire next summer and reach pre-contract deals with them to join next summer.

That may be an area of interest for Maresca and Chelsea as they prepare for the 2025/26 season. Here, football.london looks at the names they may sign in January to join next summer.

Leroy Sane has been linked with a move back to the Premier League after four years at Bayern Munich. He spent four years at Manchester City, scoring 25 goals in 90 games.

Alphonso Davies
Another Bayern Munich player joins the list. Chelsea may aim to bolster at left-back, considering Ben Chilwell’s isolation, and there aren’t many better options than Davies.

Joshua Kimmich
A third Bayern Munich player is on the list, and the German powerhouse might face problems next summer. Kimmich is nearing the end of his career, but he has established his worth again and again, and the Premier League will be a fresh challenge for him.

Jonathan David
Chelsea looked at a variety of strikers during the summer transfer window, and David’s name came up as being connected with many Premier League clubs. At 24, he has plenty of time on his hands and would be an excellent free transfer signing.

Neymar

His contract in Saudi Arabia expires next year, and he has previously been linked with Chelsea. At 32, can he still perform a job in one of the most physically demanding leagues in the world?