In the race to secure the signature of Celta Vigo’s rising star Gabri Veiga, Paris Saint-Germain is making a strong push to outdo their competitors, namely Chelsea, Liverpool, and Manchester City.

Veiga has caught the attention of Chelsea as a potential replacement for Mason Mount, who is on the verge of completing a medical examination before joining Manchester United. The young midfielder from Celta Vigo gained recognition as one of Europe’s most promising talents last season, and his contract includes a release clause of €40m (£34.4m). Follow your favourite football team with attractive betting odds from Nextbet. 

While both Liverpool and Manchester City have shown interest in Veiga, considering his preferred positions as a No 6 or No 8, Barcelona has also joined the list of suitors. Nevertheless, PSG, aiming to bolster their midfield, is intensifying their efforts to secure Veiga’s services. The Spaniard showcased his abilities by scoring 11 goals and providing four assists in 36 La Liga matches last season.

Although the French champions have yet to activate the 21-year-old’s release clause, other clubs may still enter the fray. Chelsea finds themselves in need of midfield reinforcements following the departure of Mount, N’Golo Kanté, and Mateo Kovacic. Veiga is a prominent candidate on their shortlist, and insiders anticipate the London club to make a move for the talented Spaniard in the current month.

Securing a deal for Brighton & Hove Albion’s Moisés Caicedo is Chelsea’s top priority. The London club hopes that a bid of £80m will be sufficient to acquire the services of the Ecuadorian midfielder. However, Chelsea has no intention of including Levi Colwill in the deal and intends to offer the young center-back a new long-term contract. Colwill, on the other hand, wishes to have discussions with the club’s new head coach, Mauricio Pochettino, before making a decision about his future.

Additionally, Chelsea has expressed interest in Roméo Lavia, who is expected to depart Southampton following their relegation from the Premier League. Southampton has set a price tag of £45m on Lavia, who is being pursued by Arsenal and Liverpool. However, the 19-year-old’s valuation might prove too steep for Manchester United.

With a significant squad overhaul underway, Chelsea is actively looking to offload Christian Pulisic. Lyon has submitted a bid of £21.5m for the American winger, yet Pulisic desires a move to Milan, who have only tabled an offer of £12m. Chelsea might seek to enhance their creative options by pursuing Lyon’s young talent, Rayan Cherki.

Brighton has identified Calvin Bassey from Ajax as an alternative to Colwill. Bassey had previously piqued Brighton’s interest before joining Ajax from Rangers in a deal worth £18.7m last summer. Manager Roberto De Zerbi seeks a left-sided center-back, and the Nigerian international fits the profile perfectly, capable of providing cover for Pervis Estupiñán at left-back as well. Get the latest updates from the world of football only on Nextbet Sports.