The Gunners were linked with a move for Grimaldo during the summer transfer window. However, they later decided to buy Oleksandr Zinchenko instead. The Ukrainian has been superb for Mikel Arteta’s side so far this season.
He has managed to secure the primary left-back position at the club over Kieran Tierney. Zinchenko, however, has been out of action for a while due to injury issues.
Chelsea, meanwhile, have the likes of Ben Chilwell and Marc Cucurella in their ranks for the left-back position. Cucurella was recently signed from Brighton & Hove Albion for a hefty fee.
Graham Potter, however, is looking to build a squad that fits into his mold of play. Hence, he is interested in Grimaldo.
Grimaldo has previously been a part of Barcelona’s academy. The Spaniard never represented the Catalan club’s senior side.
He has been in good form for Benfica this season, scoring two goals and providing four assists in 20 games.
Chelsea manager Graham Potter previewed clash against Dinamo Zagreb
Graham Potter suffered his first defeat as the Chelsea manager when the Blues suffered a 4-1 away defeat against Brighton & Hove Albion this past weekend.
Potter’s side will look to bounce back from the loss. While speaking ahead of the game, Potter said (via football.london):
The Blues suffered a defeat against Dinamo Zagreb on the opening matchday of the UEFA Champions League. They will lock horns again in the return leg on Thursday, November 3.
When asked whether his side are contemplating revenge, Potter said:
Chelsea are currently at the top of the table in Group E with three wins, one draw, and one defeat from five games.
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