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Chelsea in strong position to sign Callum Wilson for £30 million

Callum Wilson has been the star for the Cherries this season

Chelsea are a team that's getting better by the day. But the one thing that seems to be holding them back is the presence of a proper striker. Maurizio Sarri is prepared to change that in January and according to the Express, Chelsea believe that they are in a very strong position to sign Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson in January.

Wilson has been in top form for Bournemouth. He has scored 8 goals and provided 5 assists from 15 league appearances. Bournemouth, according to the report, will be happy to let go of the England international for a paltry £30 million.

Eddie Howe, however, wants to hold on to the striker. The Bournemouth gaffer said,

"Callum is focusing on his football and we are not anticipating losing any players in January we don’t want to.

"He seems very happy, he has a spring in his step, he is buzzing around the training ground and there is a very good feel about him."

Callum Wilson was bought from Coventry for £3 million and this could be great business for The Cherries.

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