Chelsea News: Callum Hudson-Odoi demands vacant number 10 jersey from Chelsea, which has already been reportedly asked by Willian.
After the departure of Eden Hazard from Chelsea to Real Madrid this summer has left the iconic number 10 jersey at Chelsea vacant. Earlier there were reports that this shirt number will be taken by Willian.
However, according to a report by the Evening Standard that Callum Hudson-Odoi has demanded number 10 jersey while negotiating for his new contract with the Blues.
This condition by the 18-year-old midfielder is reported to be conditional to keep him at the Stamford Bridge as he receives several offers across Europe.
Hudson-Odoi broke into the first team last season, and showed potential to be a top prospect in coming years. Thus, it was important for the West London club to meet the demands of the youngster.
Although, this demand by the English player will probably bring Chelsea‘s hierarchy in a dilemma as Willian being a senior squad member is also looking to grab that number.
So, it looks slim that the Blues will be able to deliver this demand by Hudson-Odoi, as the Brazilian International is a crucial player to Chelsea.
But at the same time the English giants are also facing a threat to lose the player, as the player pose it as a big demand ahead of the negotiations.
It would be viable if the issue be resolved under the new manager Frank Lampard, who is highly regarded at the club, and the youngster shall be convinced.
On the other hand, certain Chelsea fans have shown grievances with Willian being given the number 10 jersey, so they might be delighted to hear this demand by the 18-year-old player.
How twitter reacted
Callum Hudson-Odoi (reportedly) signs a new 5 year contract the day after (reportedly) Willian gets the number 10 jersey after CHO was (reportedly) told he could get it?! Somethings going on we don’t know but I’ll f*cking take it!! #ChelseaFC #CFC
— Tosser of Coin (@TosserOfCoin) July 23, 2019
Willian "I was offered the number 10 jersey ahead of next season and I will take it."
'Inheriting the no.10 shirt has been discussed as part of Callum Hudson-Odoi's ongoing contract talks, but it appears the youngster will miss out, or has passed, on the upgrade' – Standard. pic.twitter.com/0yVlW64GUj
— Simon Phillips (@SiPhillipsSport) July 22, 2019
Hudson Odoi is probably crying right now that Chelsea have offered the number 10 jersey to Willian. He should fuck off to Bayern Munich then. Silly brexit brat
— Adetola (@Adetolaa_a) July 22, 2019
Willian might get the number 10 jersey this season for Chelsea ahead of Hudson-Odoi or Pulisic #CFC
Chelsea fans now: pic.twitter.com/iJcjH8joAm
— J5️⃣ (@ShadeOfLamps) July 22, 2019
I wouldn't give the number 10 jersey to Hudson Odoi..he's too young to be given such a huge number with so much responsibilities..perhaps the number should be left vacant if Hazard leaves.Players like Dybala or Bale could get that when they come on board…what do you think?
— The_Young_Wolf (@Iam_Lawrenszo) May 22, 2019
What’s next?
Chelsea were on a pre-season tour in Japan, and the Blues are returning to Europe and will face Reading in the next friendly.
