Samu Omorodion

Dominating aerial duels and bullying center-backs in the Primeira Liga, Samu Omorodion is proving a handful for Portuguese defenses. Already boasting 5 goals in 4 Porto appearances this season, his hold-up play allowed wingers Galeno and Pepe to exploit spaces behind opposition full-backs during their recent 3-1 victory against Estoril.

Rumored Chelsea interest stems from his proven goal-scoring ability; netting a combined 20 goals and 3 assists last season while on loan at Deportivo Alavés. While Atletico Madrid may cash in for a reported £35m, Chelsea would gain a potent aerial threat, exemplified by his 3.8 successful aerial duels per 90 minutes, a stat that dwarfed other strikers in La Liga last season.

Omorodion's Primeira Liga G+A of 22 saw him rank 1st among all U21 strikers in Europe's top 7 leagues. Despite logging over 2000 minutes, his contribution came every 103 minutes. Moreover, he has converted 2 of 2 penalty kicks for Porto this season, exhibiting composure under pressure.

Atletico Madrid's sale has drawn criticism but provided Omorodion the platform to shine in Porto. Should he move to Chelsea, his physical presence and ability to win flick-ons could be key to unlocking Premier League defenses often employing a high line.