CHELSEA starlet Ian Maatsen is being chased by two Premier League sides following his impressive performances on the club’s pre-season tour.
The 21-year-old is on the wish lists of both West Ham and Burnley according to the Mail Online.
Maatsen spent last season on loan at Burnley in the Championship and boss Vincent Kompany is said to be keen on borrowing him again this term.
West Ham are also reportedly considering a loan option for the left-back as a further addition to squad after the imminent signings of Harry Maguire and James Ward-Prowse.
The Dutch defender played a huge role in Burnley’s promotion last season, making 39 league appearances, bagging four goals and registering six assists.
Maatsen has only featured in one competitive game for Chelsea during his five year spell with the London club.
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He played just 24 minutes for The Blues back in 2019 during their 7-1 thrashing of Grimsby Town in the EFL Cup.
He has however played a big part in the club’s pre-season tour where he featured in friendly matches against the likes of Borussia Dortmund and Brighton, and even scored against the Germans.
Despite catching the eye during the tour, Chelsea could still be happy to let him leave with the club trying to trim down their inflated squad.
They have already seen exits for big name players such as Mason Mount to Manchester United and Kai Havertz to London rivals Arsenal.
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Mateo Kovacic joined Treble winners Manchester City and Christian Pulisic left for AC Milan.
There has also been a flurry of incomings in West London with Brighton goalkeeper Robert Sanchez the latest name to join the club.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
