Chelsea are keen on acquiring Benfica's centre-back Tomas Araujo before the transfer window closes on Friday. Despite already spending over £230m on signings this summer, the Blues may continue their spending spree before the deadline. Securing a new centre-back is a top priority for the club, with Araujo reportedly being their primary target at the moment. However, the potential deal could hinge on several other centre-backs leaving the club. Candidates for departure include Benoit Badiashile, Axel Disasi, and Trevoh Chalobah, with Chalobah confirmed to be leaving within the next 48 hours, and Disasi or Badiashile possibly departing to make room for Araujo. Chelsea's significant spending this summer is a clear indication of their ambitions, and they aim to challenge for Champions League football. After a defeat to Manchester City on the opening day of the Premier League, the club bounced back with an impressive 6-2 victory over Wolves.
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