Chelsea identify Brighton’s Rutter as potential summer signing | OneFootball

Chelsea are keeping tabs on Brighton & Hove Albion forward Georginio Rutter, according to Sky Sport Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg.

The Blues are eager to bring in a new striker after struggling in attack this term.

Nicolas Jackson has led the line for much of the season and has struggled with form and inconsistency. Christopher Nkunku has also dealt with injury problems and poor form.

The club aims to strengthen their front line and has created a list of potential attacking signings including Liam Delap, Victor Osimhen and Benjamin Sesko.

Rutter has also been added to the shortlist as the Blues explore all their options.

Rutter has impressed at Brighton

The 22-year-old joined Brighton from Leeds United last summer. He has bagged eight goals and five assists across all competitions this season.

Brighton signed him for around £40 million, and he has regularly featured under Fabian Hurzeler. He has shown strong form when fit and has become an important player for the Seagulls this season.

However, he has missed Brighton’s last three matches with a foot injury. Hurzeler has admitted that the issue may keep him out for the rest of the campaign.

The France U21 international is under contract with Brighton until 2028. Transfermarkt values him at €32m, but Brighton would probably ask for a higher fee.

Chelsea have signed several players from Brighton in recent years, including Moises Caicedo, Marc Cucurella and Robert Sanchez.

This could work in their favour, although Brighton’s asking price may be a stumbling block.