“He should depart as we now have Christopher Nkunku and Nicholas Jackson.” Chelsea has lowered the requested amount for their underperforming striker from £40 million to £15 million and is open to considering loan deals as well.

It’s reported that Chelsea is eager to offload Armando Broja, going as far as reducing their asking price and considering a loan deal this month.

The 22-year-old has made 13 appearances in the Premier League this season following a return from a lengthy illness, gaining trust from manager Mauricio Pochettino. However, like fellow academy graduate Conor Gallagher, Broja becomes a viable option for Chelsea to adhere to financial fair play rules and balance their books, as any sale would be considered pure profit.

Despite interest from teams like West Ham, Fulham, and Wolves, a deal this month seemed unlikely as Chelsea initially held out for at least £50 million for the forward. Nevertheless, recent reports suggest a change in Chelsea’s stance.

They are now willing to let Broja go for around £35 million, and they are even open to a loan arrangement initially. Chelsea recognizes that many clubs are grappling with FFP rules, and they are prepared to assist interested teams by agreeing to a loan with an option to buy in the summer.

Drawing from a similar deal with Lewis Hall, who was loaned to Newcastle last summer, Chelsea may demand an obligation-to-buy option to prevent any potential withdrawal, as experienced with Hall.

Although Broja shows promise, having scored twice this season and recovering from a significant injury last year, the £35 million price tag appears more reasonable.

If Broja departs, Chelsea may face limited choices in the short term, especially with Nicolas Jackson at the Africa Cup of Nations and Christopher Nkunku still dealing with his injury.

Despite having opportunities at Spurs, Pochettino has advised Broja to improve further, emphasizing the need for a positive attitude and a more upbeat demeanor to enhance his game. Chelsea sees potential in Broja but emphasizes the importance of continuous self-improvement and a strong work ethic.