Chelsea Football Club may already possess one of the most exciting attacking midfielders in world football with Cole Palmer, but the Blues are not content with just one magician in their lineup. According to buzzing reports, the Stamford Bridge side are plotting a jaw-dropping summer swoop for another Premier League star—Nottingham Forest’s sensational playmaker Morgan Gibbs-White.
Yes, you read that right. Despite Cole Palmer’s rise as an elite number 10, Chelsea are seriously eyeing a £90 million move for Gibbs-White in what would be a thunderbolt of a statement signing. The question on everyone’s lips: is this a game-changing masterstroke by Enzo Maresca, or just another wild gamble by the Chelsea board?
Currently, the backup to Palmer is none other than Christopher Nkunku. But the Frenchman, once tipped to be a Stamford Bridge star, has had a nightmarish time in London. After failing to impress under both Mauricio Pochettino and Maresca, he is now expected to exit this summer. With his departure looming, Chelsea’s midfield puzzle is missing a key piece.
Meanwhile, Joao Felix—another once-hyped creative genius—was loaned out to AC Milan, only to be discarded at the end of the spell. His future remains a mystery, with whispers suggesting a potential return to Benfica, the club where it all began. Felix’s talent is undeniable, but he’s become a journeyman in Europe, struggling to find a club that fits.
That brings us to the man of the hour: Morgan Gibbs-White. The 24-year-old has been on fire for Nottingham Forest this past season. In 34 Premier League appearances, Gibbs-White notched up 7 goals and 10 assists—numbers that rival some of the best playmakers in Europe. More importantly, his tireless drive and creativity nearly dragged Forest into the Champions League spots, a dream that was shattered only by a final day defeat to… yes, Chelsea!
Now, in a twist of football fate, the same club that crushed Forest’s European hopes could become Gibbs-White’s next destination.
Speaking to Football Insider, renowned journalist Mick Brown lifted the lid on Chelsea’s serious interest:
“Morgan Gibbs-White is a player I hear they’ve been having a look at,” Brown revealed.
“He’s a very talented player and will bring energy to their midfield, that’s what they want.
He’s athletic and can make a big difference at both ends of the pitch.
He’ll be interested in the move because he wants to play in the Champions League.
So if he’s going to leave Forest, Chelsea will be right in there as one of the contenders.”
But here’s the kicker—Nottingham Forest reportedly won’t let their star man go for anything less than £90 million. That’s a staggering fee for a player who, let’s be honest, might not even walk straight into Chelsea’s starting XI. Would Todd Boehly really greenlight such a massive investment in what could be a rotational option?
Chelsea’s transfer policy in recent years has often defied logic—massive signings, lavish spending, and more than a few eyebrow-raising moves. So while this deal might seem far-fetched, it’s certainly not out of character for the Blues.
This potential move leaves fans divided. Some see Gibbs-White as a vital engine for Maresca’s project. Others question whether £90 million for a non-guaranteed starter is just more reckless spending in disguise. Whatever the case, Chelsea’s summer transfer window promises more drama, speculation, and big-money surprises.
For now, all eyes are on Stamford Bridge. Will Morgan Gibbs-White trade Forest green for Chelsea blue?
