The rumours about Cristiano Ronaldo transfer to Chelsea have elicited controversy among football fans, but the deal seems improbable when considering the current approach to transfer available to Chelsea.
Over the past few years, the transfer market in Chelsea FC has been approached in a very different manner. The club has since the change of ownership had the focus of recruiting young talents instead of proven superstars. Their recruitment policy is based on players who have the potential to become a global player over a period.
Due to that strategy, the speculation of a collaboration between Chelsea and Cristiano Ronaldo caused numerous questions. The Portuguese legend now plays in Al-Nassr and in recent incidents he has been reported to be not at peace with one another.
Certain sources stated that Chelsea might think of acquiring Ronaldo as a way of making business. His world fame and brand worth are still on the top in world football. A relocation to Stamford Bridge would definitely get the attention of the whole world and would provide more marketing opportunities.
Nonetheless, there are a number of reasons why such a deal is hard to execute. Ronaldo is 41 and this is not in line with the long-term recruitment strategy of a younger player that was adopted by Chelsea. The club has invested a lot in future prospects that can develop and play over a long period of time.
The other significant problem would be the financial structure. The wage system that Chelsea is currently using could not possibly match the salary expectations of Ronaldo. The club has been keen in checking the wages and developing a young and balanced squad.
Although Ronaldo has been one of the best players in the history of the football game, his transfer to Chelsea seems to be an act of speculation rather than a feasible transfer.
In the meantime, Chelsea are likely to stay oriented on young talents instead of old school superstars.
