Chelsea's interest in Lucas Bergvall, the talented midfielder from Tottenham, is heating up as scouts closely monitor his performance at the 2026 World Cup.

The 20-year-old is poised to be a standout player for the Swedish national team, especially after their impressive 5-1 victory against Tunisia in their opening group match. According to journalist Simon Phillips, Chelsea sees potential in Bergvall, believing he might be open to leaving Tottenham this summer.

• Spurs narrowly avoided relegation last season, finishing in a precarious position and signaling a need for significant squad changes under manager Roberto De Zerbi.
• With the uncertainty surrounding Tottenham's future, young talents like Bergvall may seek new opportunities elsewhere.

Chelsea's pursuit of Bergvall aligns with their strategy of investing in promising young players. However, questions arise about whether a move to Stamford Bridge represents a genuine step up, given Chelsea’s disappointing 2025/26 season, where they finished 10th in the Premier League without any trophies, missing out on European competition.

As the World Cup progresses, all eyes will be on how Bergvall performs, as his display could be critical in securing a transfer, not just to Chelsea but potentially to even larger clubs looking to bolster their squads.