Kai Havertz just made a big move to Chelsea FC, something that some see as only the start of greater things to come. There is a reason why Frank Lampard pursued the German player and the same is likely to be the case for other clubs such as Barcelona and Real Madrid.
According to former Bayern Leverkusen coach Wolfgang Holzhauser, the move to Stamford Bridge is only the beginning of bigger things to come. First off, the decision was a good one with Havertz expected to flourish under Lampard’s watch. The only question now is how long will he last with the Blues.
Chelsea brought in Havertz for a record of $94 million which does not yet include roughly $23.5 million in add-ons. He is one of the most expensive acquisitions for the Blues, one of several high profile young names to join the mix. The 21-year-old is interested in joining Chelsea, convinced that the Blues are headed in the right direction. Sport Bild reports that Havertz made a big sacrifice to help speed up the transaction.
For the next couple of years, Havertz may or may not work with the system of Lampard. The first year could be tricky and real judgment should be known by the second year. Considering the flexibility and success that the German has had, the chance of Havertz blending in look pretty high.
Real and Barca are likely to keep tabs of Havertz and his progress with the Blues. The two clubs have shown interest in the past and pursuing him right now was hampered by the COVID-19 pandemic. Most clubs are in financial distress and need to figure out how to get out of the red. That could come as early as next season, meaning reconsidering Havertz or other top targets could start by next summer.
“And it does not mean that clubs like Real and Barca will not be of interest to Kai Havertz in the future. He is only 21 years old. For now, it was important for Havertz to take the next logical step in his development after three years as a regular in Leverkusen,” Holzhauser said to Goal and SPOX.
Clubs interested in Havertz could grow moving forward. For now, most are likely to keep tabs with his progress and see if there is any chance of them coming in to strike a deal. Seeing that the German is headed only in his first year with the Blues, chances of plucking him away are pretty low. The scenario may change by the second or third year, more than enough time for financially troubled clubs to be back in the transfer game.
