Even if we were willing to pay the fee, I’m quite sure a Champions League club would match it. As you say, felt far more like we didn’t want to spook Chelsea.
Would be a ridiculous statement if we pulled that off, where would it leave Wilson? Versatile forward role or truth in the Saudi rumour?
I know little about him but this is impressive (from wiki): On 6th August 2023, Dovbyk signed for La Liga club Girona by signing a contract until 2028 for a reported fee of €7m, to be the most expensive player in club's history. On 12th August, he scored a goal on his debut in a 1–1 away draw against Real Sociedad. On 21st January 2024, he scored his first hat-trick within six minutes in a 5–1 victory against Sevilla. On 4th May, he scored his 20th goal in La Liga and provided an assist in a 4–2 win against Barcelona, contributing to his club's first ever qualification to the UEFA Champions League. Dovbyk scored his second hat-trick in a 7–0 rout of relegated Granada on 25th May. Hence, he surpassed Alexander Sørloth to achieve the Pichichi Trophy with 24 goals in his debut season.
I’d be surprised if they’d want a profit on a player they signed for €30m a year ago and who they’re actively looking to sell