What Chelsea fans should know about Kerim Alajbegovic

They are now thought to be closing in on the signing of Alajbegovic, but who exactly is the Bosnia and Herzegovina talent and why is there so much hype around him? Well, here are the facts about the player.

How old is Kerim Alajbegovic?

Alajbegovic is 18 years of age, making him a great fit for BlueCo’s project.

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How tall is Kerim Alajbegovic?

Alajbegovic is quite tall for a wide man, standing at 6’1″.

What position does he play?

Alajbegovic is a left winger but can also play on the right.

How many goals did he score last season?

While playing for Red Bull Salzburg, Alajbegovic managed to score 13 goals in 44 appearances.

Has Kerim Alajbegovic played for Bosnia and Herzegovina yet?

Alajbegovic has 14 senior caps for Bosnia and Herzegovina and played in all of their games at this year’s World Cup. The 18-year-old even managed to score in a group stage match against Qatar.

Didn’t Bayer Leverkusen just sign Kerim Alajbegovic?

Leverkusen sold Alajbegovic to Salzburg in a deal that included a buy-back clause, perhaps always with the intention of re-signing him for cheap before selling the Bosnia and Herzegovina international for profit. That buy-back clause has now been triggered.

How much are Chelsea expected to pay for Kerim Alajbegovic?

£30m.

What are Chelsea’s plans for Kerim Alajbegovic?

Chelsea could integrate Alajbegovic into their first team, but it is thought that Jamie Gittens or Pedro Neto will have to be sold or loaned in order for that to happen. Alajbegovic could also join the Blues before leaving Stamford Bridge on loan.