We always promote the idea that, while football speculation can sometimes seem utterly outlandish, there is usually some truth in the rumour – at least indirectly.
Chelsea, for example, have been persistently linked with centre backs over the last year. So expect them to buy another before long.
On the surface Chelsea have a superb defence. And if Cahill or Terry get injured then Ivanovic or Zouma can step in. But Jose is a master of the defence and perhaps feels that one more is needed to have a full house in that area.
Various names have come and gone but Atletico Madrid centre back Miranda has been mentioned more than once in relation to Chelsea.
He’s a brilliant player – strong, mobile and technically good – and Brazil made a huge mistake not selecting him at The World Cup. He got in the provisional squad but didn’t make the cut. And how he would have improved that shocking defence.
We believe that Chelsea would be getting top player if they did snare Miranda but he won’t come cheap. The Guardian reports:
Chelsea also plan to do battle over Atlético Madrid centre-back João Miranda.
Let’s see a brief clip of the lad in action. Chelsea fans: a worthwhile investment?
