Armando Broja’s representatives have told: Chelsea that the striker will push to leave the club if he is not included in the preseason tour, according to reports in Albania.
The 20-year-old was loaned to Southampton last season, scoring nine goals during his time at Ralph Hasenhuttl.
The striker will probably not be short of offers this summer with Newcastle United† EvertonSouthampton and West Ham are all interested in a deal.
It is clear Everton are considering a £30million bid for Broja, while West Ham have also opened talks with Chelsea.
According to the Albanian TV network Now NewsBroja’s Chelsea entourage has made it clear that the attacker would like to leave Stamford Bridge again if Thomas Tuchel makes it clear that he is not part of his plans for next season.
Broja will have talks with Tuchel and co-owner Todd Boehly as he starts prepping for the season.
Chelsea’s pre-season tour kicks off with a training camp in Los Angeles, while their first game is against Club America in Las Vegas on July 16.
At the end of last season, Tuchel emphasized that Broja will have the opportunity to get a permanent role in the team.
‘I want them’ [Broja and Conor Gallagher] in the preseason,’ said Tuchel.
“We will decide in the pre-season what will happen. It’s heavy [them]and how they do it.’
Broja’s chances will also be increased after Romelu Lukaku’s departure to Inter.
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