Chelsea are reportedly seriously interested in a potential transfer swoop for Newcastle United forward Nick Woltemade amid doubts over Liam Delap.

According to Simon Phillips, there is some uncertainty around Woltemade’s future as he wants to be playing as a striker more often, which Chelsea could offer him.

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While it’s not yet guaranteed that Chelsea will move for the Germany international, it seems like something they’re considering exploring, particularly if Newcastle make a move for Delap.

It’s been a difficult first season for Delap at Stamford Bridge and our information is that Newcastle are one of the clubs informed that he could be available this summer.

If Delap does move on, then Woltemade certainly has potential as a solid replacement.

Nick Woltemade could be a surprisingly strong signing for Chelsea

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Woltemade hasn’t been entirely convincing at Newcastle, but he started well and was on the radar of top clubs during his time at Stuttgart.

The 24-year-old might benefit from a change of scene and from...