Chelsea ready to exploit club’s financial problems & offer £43m for 21-year-old “machine”Chelsea eyes Barcelona’s 21-year-old defensive midfielder Marc Casado, reportedly prepared to offer €50 million. Barcelona’s financial woes could force a sale, benefiting their player registration. Casado, a highly-rated talent, excels defensively and could bolster Chelsea’s midfield. While Barcelona may regret losing him, Chelsea hopes to capitalize on their vulnerability. Convincing Casado to leave remains a key challenge.