Why Chelsea stand to profit if Bayern Munich sell prodigious starlet Jamal Musiala - explained

Musiala's football journey began at Chelsea's academy, where he honed his skills from a young age. At 16, he made the pivotal decision to join Bayern, agreeing to a compensation package estimated at around £170,000 ($217,000). Notably, the 2019 switch did not include a buy-back clause, but sources suggest that Chelsea negotiated a lucrative sell-on fee of 20 per cent as part of the deal, according to Daily Mail.

Should Musiala command the reported £80 million transfer fee, Chelsea stands to earn a substantial £16 million from the transaction. This windfall could significantly bolster the club's financial position and aid in their efforts to comply with the Premier League's profit and sustainability rules, even if the payment is made in instalments. Despite rival clubs' assertions that Chelsea may need to raise significant funds to avoid a breach, the club maintains its commitment to compliance with the regulations.

Chelsea's keenness to secure a sell-on clause stems from past experiences, notably during Romelu Lukaku's transfer negotiations with Everton in 2014. Lukaku's subsequent £75 million ($96m) move to Manchester United in 2017 left Chelsea empty-handed, serving as a cautionary tale for the club.

Bayern remain keen on securing his long-term future with a new contract to fend off interest from Liverpool & Manchester City. However, the lack of a breakthrough in negotiations increases the likelihood of potential suitors making their moves as the transfer window approaches. Chelsea also hold him in high regard and their strategy of signing young talent aligns with Musiala's profile. It remains to be seen if Todd Boehly throws his hat in the ring for the German sensation.