Malo Gusto reportedly open to leaving Chelsea

Chelsea defender Malo Gusto is reportedly open to leaving Stamford Bridge when the January transfer window opens, having grown frustrated with his reduced playing time under manager Xabi Alonso.

The 23-year-old has communicated his willingness to explore a new challenge, with regular first-team football becoming a priority. Gusto has struggled to establish himself in Chelsea's starting XI, with academy graduate Josh Acheampong increasingly preferred at right-back, even with club captain Reece James currently injured.

Gusto's situation has attracted attention from several European clubs, with Manchester City previously linked with a move for the French international.

AC Milan, Como, Atletico Madrid and RB Leipzig have also been mentioned as potential destinations. Chelsea reportedly placed a £75 million valuation on Gusto during the summer transfer window. However, it remains to be seen whether the Blues will maintain that asking price or consider lowering their demands to facilitate a January departure.

The French defender joined Chelsea from Lyon in 2023 and has made 144 appearances for the club. With his contract running until 2030, Chelsea remain in a strong negotiating position as interest in his services potentially grows ahead of the winter transfer window.

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