Chelsea Transfers: 5 Reasons Roman Bust Buy Christian Benteke

Fernando Torres is set to be shown door at Stamford Bridge this summer, Roman Abramovich will undoubtedly be assessing his options to replace the once irreplaceable El Nino. Some sources have claimed that negotiations have begun with Falcao to replace Torres as Chelsea€™s no. 9. The 27 year-old has experienced a sensational season with Atletico Madrid, netting 25 times in La Liga. Doubts, however, have been raised over Falcao€™s desire to seek pastures new in the form of Champions League hopefuls Chelsea, when a potential move to Manchester United also on the cards. It remains to be seen whether he would consider Abramovich€™s offer of a more-than-healthy salary ahead of a move to Old Trafford, but bookies have placed Man Utd at 2/1 favourites to secure the Colombian€™s services next season. So, with money seemingly no object for the ultra-rich Russian, Chelsea are in a powerful position to acquire a proven goal scorer. There are a number of candidates who fit the bill: Marouane Fellaini, Andre Schurrle and Robert Lewandowski to name a few, but sitting amongst them in the goal scoring charts is Christian Benteke, who has played the lead role in hoisting a battling Aston Villa to three points above the relegation zone. Relegation remains an increasingly likely scenario for the Birmingham side and should they fall victim to the drop, the young striker will undoubtedly look to find a new club to retain his top-flight status. Even if they do manage to stay up, it may prove difficult for him to resist an offer from one of the league€™s big boys. As his agent eagerly anticipates a bombardment of phone calls during the summer, here are five reasons why Chelsea should be the first to pick up the phone.