Malo Gusto has been named as a possible Chelsea sale to Manchester City, adding another defensive question around Xabi Alonso’s rebuild. The latest report links Chelsea’s pursuit of Marco Palestra with the possibility of Gusto moving on, where he could reunite with Enzo Maresca.
That makes the Gusto line more than a secondary detail. Chelsea are already trying to reshape the back line, and losing a 23-year-old full-back with Premier League and international experience would change the depth picture on the right side.
Why Gusto would be a significant Chelsea decision
Gusto has not been a fringe name in the squad. His value lies in recovery pace, athletic defending and the ability to cover demanding wide areas, which are all traits Alonso would normally want in a modern defensive unit.
If Chelsea bring in another full-back and sanction a Gusto exit, it would signal a sharper reset than simply adding competition. It would show the new coaching structure is willing to rebalance the squad quickly, even in an area where the club already have a young, proven option with room to develop further. Until there is a firm bid, it remains a situation to monitor rather than a completed exit.
The Gusto possibility was reported by The Times in its latest Chelsea transfer update.
