Chelsea target Spanish left‑back Pep Chavarría from Rayo Vallecano

Chelsea have opened talks with Rayo Vallecano about signing 28‑year‑old left‑back Pep Chavarría, aiming to replace Marc Cucurella after his £51.8 million move to Real Madrid. Chavarría is under contract with Rayo until 2030 and carries a €25 million release clause, while his market value is estimated at €9.5 million.

Chelsea see Chavarría as a ready‑made option to add depth at left‑back for the upcoming season, with Bayer Leverkusen also reported to be monitoring the player. The club’s recruitment strategy focuses on securing experienced European talent to maintain squad balance across multiple competitions.

If Chelsea reach an agreement, the fee could be roughly half of Cucurella’s original outlay, providing a financially prudent solution for the Premier League side.