Valencia is reportedly keen on acquiring Lesley Ugochukwu, who has seen limited playing time at Chelsea and spent the previous season on loan at Southampton. Although he would be a suitable replacement for Enzo Barrenechea, Chelsea is reportedly not open to a loan deal and is instead looking to sell him. The Telegraph reported that Valencia has expressed interest in the 21-year-old midfielder, who was signed by Chelsea for 27 million euros from Rennes a few years ago. The Spanish club, under the leadership of Ron Gourlay, is actively searching for a young, dynamic midfielder to fill Barrenechea's position, and Ugochukwu is viewed as a player who could potentially fulfill these needs. Nevertheless, Chelsea's preference to sell rather than loan the player poses a challenge for Valencia in securing the transfer.