Chelsea moves forward in negotiations for Manaka Matsukubo
According to Ben Jacobs, Chelsea has started talks to sign Manaka Matsukubo, current player of North Carolina Courage, following her outstanding performance in the NWSL.
Chelsea is in negotiations to acquire Manaka Matsukubo, midfielder for North Carolina Courage, who was recognized as the NWSL Midfielder of the Year last season. Although Jacobs reports that the deal is not finalized, conversations have begun and the interest from the London club is evident.
At 21 years old, Matsukubo has excelled in the American league, scoring 11 goals last season. Her talent and performance make her an attractive option for Chelsea, which is looking to strengthen its midfield with young prospects.
The operation could signify a significant step for Chelsea, which aims to consolidate its squad with quality players. For now, the situation remains in the negotiation phase, with no transfer fee or final contract terms defined yet.
In addition to Ben Jacobs, no other sources have reported to corroborate this negotiation, indicating that there is still a way to go before the signing becomes official.
