Tuchel Should Signal Ronaldo If Chelsea Need To Win Title – Merson

Former Arsenal star, Paul Merson, has stated Chelsea should signal Cristiano Ronaldo from Manchester United, in the event that they need to stand any probability of profitable the Premier League title.

Thomas Tuchel’s males completed in third place final season, 19 factors behind champions Manchester Metropolis.

The Blues have already added Raheem Sterling to their squad and are near wrapping up a deal for Kalidou Koulibaly from Napoli.

Nevertheless, Chelsea have allowed Romelu Lukaku rejoin Inter Milan on a one-year mortgage, leaving the staff quick in assault.

Merson has now referred to as on Tuchel to exchange Lukaku with Ronaldo.

Writing in his Day by day Star column, Merson stated: “Chelsea received’t end greater than third subsequent season until they signal a world-class striker.

“And there may be one participant ideally suited to fill the position nonetheless in the marketplace – Cristiano Ronaldo.

“Kai Havertz isn’t actually a striker for me and doesn’t assure you 20 targets a season. And that’s one thing Ronaldo actually would.

“You retain listening to that Ronaldo was supplied to Chelsea weeks in the past, so possibly they’ve already determined in opposition to it. However I believe that’s a mistake. They’re shopping for gamers for now. Sterling and Koulibaly are usually not younger. They’re gamers you purchase to win now.

“This isn’t a four-year plan. So why not purchase Ronaldo on a short-term contract? He wouldn’t be holding anyone again as a result of they haven’t obtained a centre ahead.”