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Chelsea confirm transfer policy change after mutiny in first team squad
Suraj Radia
- Updated: 8 Apr 2026 16:33 BST
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Chelsea are set to change their transfer policy this summer after a number of complaints from first team stars over the lack of experience in the squad.
The Blues have spent more than €1.5 billion on players since the takeover by Clearlake Capital in 2022 but they have not signed a player over the age of 26 since the first summer under their new owners.
Chelsea have the youngest average age by some distance in the Premier League and the oldest player in the squad currently is 28-year-old Tosin Adarabioyo, with the club’s transfer strategy to target younger players instead.
However, Chelsea have had a number of disappointing results and performances this season which led to defender Marc Cucurella voicing his frustration at the ‘lack of experience’ that has cost his side during the campaign.
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Marc Cucurella
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Cucurella’s comments came around the same time Enzo Fernandez was disciplined by Chelsea for his comments fuelling speculation about a move to Real Madrid and it has led to fears over the long-term vision of the squad.
However, according to the BBC, Chelsea have assured Cucurella and captain Reece James that they will make ‘experienced’ signings at centre-back, midfield and attack this summer in order to appease matters.
Chelsea accept criticism from players over transfer strategy
Chelsea have collected a record nine red cards this season and their campaign suffered huge blows when they lost 8-2 on aggregate to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League as well as poor defeats to Newcastle and Everton.
The situation led to tension over the international break and the likes of Cucurella and Fernandez making their comments but Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior insisted that there were no long-term issues manifesting in his squad.
Privately, Chelsea are said to have accepted the criticism from Cucurella about their recruitment and they have engaged with senior players about the club’s transfer plans going forward.
Rosenior also cryptically told reporters that ‘you will see’ the ambition Chelsea aim to show in the summer, with moves already in progress, such as the signing of Valentin Barco from Strasbourg.
Fernandez, however, could be sold in the summer if an appropriate bid is received after a two-match internal suspension for his comments, which has failed to calm the midfielder down amid his desire to join Real Madrid.
Doubts also persist over the future of Cole Palmer, while players such as Moises Caicedo and Levi Colwill are seeking improved terms on their contracts, suggesting a big summer ahead for Chelsea.
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