Three ways Chelsea could line up with Neymar after opening transfer talks – but is PSG star missing piece of puzzle?

CHELSEA are reportedly chasing a stunning deal for Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar.

But is the Brazilian ace the missing piece of the puzzle for Todd Boehly?

The American is said to have jetted to France for talks with PSG’s owners over a summer deal for their talismanic forward.

Despite turning 31 this month, Neymar remains one of world football’s biggest names.

He has 117 goals in 172 games for PSG, and before his near-£200million move in 2017 he netted 105 times for Barcelona.

Neymar, who has a contract with PSG until 2025, reminded doubters of his worth with some superb performances for Brazil at the World Cup as he played through injury.

And his versatility makes him a great fit for Chelsea’s new-look squad of youngsters.

Graham Potter is tasked with turning the likes of Mkyhailo Mudryk, Noni Madueke and Enzo Fernandez into world beaters.

Talented forward Christopher Nkunku is already set to join at the end of the season.

And new star man Joao Felix could make his loan move from Atletico Madrid permanent.

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Should Neymar arrive as well, Chelsea could be lining up with a stunning new forward line.

The forward would likely take up a role as a No10 should Potter continue with his latest 4-2-3-1 system.

That would allow Mudryk, Felix and Nkunku to run riot in the higher areas as Neymar pulls the strings.

But the veteran could yet end up leading the line in a 4-2-2-2.

His clever positioning would allow a left-winger like Raheem Sterling to drift inside while he takes up wide positions.

And the system’s fluidity could finally get Chelsea playing the liquid football they crave.

But the Blues have enough depth to revert to a 3-4-3 formation.

And while Neymar could work wonders on the left, he could operate best in the shape as a false 9 as Chelsea’s wing-backs get forward more.

Either way, signing Neymar would surely take the Blues to the next level.

But it remains to be seen if Boehly can finally get his hands on the marquee signing he’s desired since replacing Roman Abramovich last year.

Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk