Of all the big-money signings Chelsea have made since Todd Boehly took over as owner, one of the most impressive additions was brought in for free.
Tosin Adarabioyo joined the club with very little fanfare last summer, however filled a very important gap in the first team squad in terms of experience.
The defender was easily the oldest outfield player used by the club, and many Chelsea players looked up to Tosin as a leadership figure at the club.
He was frequently part of Enzo Maresca’s backline towards the end of the season, and will certainly remain at the club going into next season.
Chelsea interest in free transfer of Kian Best
This will surely encourage the Blues to monitor the market for more free transfer opportunities, and it has been reported that they are doing just this in the form of defender Kian Best.
The 19-year-old is set to leave Preston North End after this campaign when his contract comes to an end, and he is being linked to a number of Premier League sides.
According to the Lancashire Evening Post, Chelsea are one of those considering making a move to sign Best, with him surely set for a loan move away if he commits his future to the Blues.
The EFL has frequently been utilised by the club for numerous loan spells for their younger players. Jimmy Jay Morgan joined Gillingham in January for a short-term switch, while Conference League star Marc Guiu is wanted by Ipswich Town.
Who is Kian Best?
Despite a promising future in the game, the 2024/25 season was not one to remember for Best at Deepdale.
After appearing off the bench on the opening day of the season, he didn’t make another appearance in the Championship as his time at the club approached its end.
There has been plenty of positives in the early stages of his career though. Former teammate Liam Lindsey described him as ‘amazing’ (Deepdale Digest).
Best made the news recently when he claimed that he had found out his contract was not going to be renewed through social media.
The potential addition would not have the immediate effect that Tosin did, however would present the club a chance at making some profit on the books if they decided to move him on again.
