Chelsea reduce asking price for forward amid exit talks

Chelsea have reportedly reduced their asking price for Hakim Ziyech. The forward is a target for Ajax, who are on the verge of selling Antony to Manchester United.

As per Mike Verweij, Chelsea are now asking for €25-30 million for Ziyech. The Blues are unwilling to sell for cheap, even though the player has not started a game this season.

🚨 – JUST IN: Chelsea are now asking €25M up to €30M for Hakim Ziyech. Ajax are still in direct contact with him everyday but they still only want to take him on loan, the full package would be way too expensive. [@MikeVerweij] pic.twitter.com/xlqU6Ie8sz

— 𝐀𝐅𝐂 𝐀𝐉𝐀𝐗 💎 (@TheEuropeanLad) August 29, 2022

Reports last week suggested that Chelsea were looking for €44 million to sell Ziyech. The Moroccan also headed to the Netherlands after the defeat to Leeds United to discuss a possible return.

Ajax are still undecided on the move and are looking to loan the forward this season. The price is still deemed too expensive by the Dutch side, despite getting €100 million for Antony from Manchester United.

Chelsea signed Ziyech from Ajax in 2019 for €44 million. The forward has made 84 appearances for the club, scoring 14 goals and assist 10 times.