Todd Boehly Prepares €250 Million ‘Triple Raid’ to Dismantle Barcelona and Secure Three Top Superstars

Todd Boehly is reportedly willing to pay €250m to sign Jules Koundé, Dani Olmo, and Raphinha from Barcelona as part of a massive Chelsea squad overhaul.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 9, 2026, 6:37 AM EDT

Source: The information in this article was sourced from Football365

Boehly’s Persistent Ambition to Reshape the Chelsea Squad

Since the takeover in 2022, Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly has become synonymous with record-breaking transfer windows and a hands-on approach to recruitment. Under his stewardship, the Blues have already invested £1.5 billion across 37 first-team signings. While this unprecedented spending has yielded a UEFA Conference League title and the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, the club's domestic standing remains a point of contention. Undeterred, reports from the Catalan media suggest Boehly is now personally involved in a plan to "dismantle" Barcelona by targeting three of their most vital assets in a single summer window.

Targeting Jules Koundé to Bolster Defensive Versatility

The first pillar of this ambitious raid is French international defender Jules Koundé. Chelsea has reportedly set aside €65 million to secure the 26-year-old, who offers elite versatility as both a center-back and a right-back. Though Koundé is currently under contract until 2030, the report suggests Chelsea is banking on a perceived dip in his current form to facilitate a deal with Barcelona President Joan Laporta. With 181 appearances for the Blaugrana, Koundé is viewed by Boehly as a foundational piece for a defense that has struggled for consistency in the Premier League.

Capitalizing on Dani Olmo’s Role at the Spotify Camp Nou

Chelsea is also closely monitoring the situation of attacking midfielder Dani Olmo. Despite his high-profile arrival from RB Leipzig, Olmo is reportedly no longer a guaranteed starter in the current Barcelona rotation. The London club believes that Barcelona’s persistent need for financial income could force the Catalan giants to open the door for a transfer. With 19 goals and 13 assists in 73 matches for the defending Spanish champions, Olmo would provide the creative spark that has occasionally been lacking in Chelsea's midfield. His existing contract also runs until 2030, making any move a significant financial undertaking.