Chelsea is contemplating the possibility of pursuing Verratti as an option, especially following their unsuccessful attempt to secure Moises Caicedo from Brighton, a deal that ultimately went to Liverpool, as reported by Footmercato.
Furthermore, Verratti has shifted his preference away from the Middle East and is now keen on remaining in Europe.
This change in stance has captured the interest of Chelsea, who are now displaying a keen desire to bring the seasoned midfielder on board to strengthen their midfield lineup.
An additional factor that makes Verratti an appealing prospect for the Blues is his familiarity with Mauricio Pochettino’s tactical strategies.
Pochettino is currently working on shaping a new-look midfield at Stamford Bridge, with Enzo Fernandez positioned as the central figure of this project.
Given this context, Verratti’s experience at the age of 30 could prove valuable, as it would provide valuable guidance for emerging talents like Connor Gallagher, Andre Santos, and Carney Chukwuemeka.
Having received information from Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) that he does not figure into their plans for the upcoming season, Verratti is now free to explore new opportunities elsewhere.
This is evident from PSG’s decision to exclude him from open media day activities, alongside contract dispute-embroiled Kylian Mbappe and other players who are no longer part of their immediate plans.