Chelsea views Jorrel Hato as a long-term defensive cornerstone after his €46.5M move from Ajax, with Marc Cucurella now reportedly heading for an exit.

Chelsea values Marc Cucurella at €70 million while Atletico Madrid offers around €50 million, creating a significant gap that complicates summer transfer

Jorrel Hato says he gained confidence after Enzo Maresca's Chelsea departure, seizing his chance under new manager Liam Rosenior in early 2026.

Real Madrid reportedly reaches a verbal agreement with Chelsea's Marc Cucurella, but the Blues' €40-50 million valuation and three-year contract create

Real Madrid signs Marc Cucurella from Chelsea for €60M as the Spanish left-back returns to La Liga after three seasons at Stamford Bridge.

Cucurella’s move is a consequence of past mistakes for both Chelsea and Real Madrid.

The left-back will leave Chelsea after four years, with Jose Mourinho targeting the Spain international to upgrade his defence

The deal includes a €55 million fixed fee and €5 million in potential add-ons

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Real Madrid have agreed a deal to sign Marc Cucurella from Chelsea. Jorrel Hato's improved form is well-timed

Real Madrid signed Marc Cucurella from Chelsea for €60 million on a six-year deal through 2032. The transfer has no crypto ties despite football's growing

Chelsea signed Jorrel Hato from Ajax for £35.5 million and plan to rely on the versatile Dutch defender as a key part of their long-term squad strategy.

Chelsea views Jorrel Hato as a long-term defensive cornerstone after his €46.5M move from Ajax, with Marc Cucurella now reportedly heading for an exit.

Chelsea is scouting Sporting CP wing-back Maxi Araújo as a potential replacement for Marc Cucurella, with a transfer fee expected between €35M and €50M.