Gabby Agbonlahor believes Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel would rather sign Raphinha or Raheem Sterling over Cristiano Ronaldo.
The Blues are in the hunt for a new forward this summer and recently emerged as contenders to land wantaway Manchester United superstar Ronaldo.
The 37-year-old has asked to leave Old Trafford this summer and, although the Premier League side are reluctant to sanction a move, eyes have already turned to the legendary goalscorer’s next destination.
New Chelsea owner Todd Boehly is thought to be interested in a deal for Ronaldo, having held talks with his representatives, but an official bid could rely on Tuchel’s approval.
It is understood the German is an admirer of Ronaldo, but questions linger over how the Portugal sensation would fit in Chelsea’s system.
The Blues could do with a striker following the loan exit of Romelu Lukaku to Inter, but appear to be focused on deals for Leeds forward Raphinha and Manchester City winger Sterling.
And according to Villa legend Agbonlahor, Raphinha and Sterling make more sense for Tuchel than Ronaldo.
Agbonlahor told talkSPORT: “I think [Ronaldo] would definitely be a good fit – but I don’t see it happening.
“He would not want a big ego like Ronaldo coming in and wanting to play every game.
“He would rather go and get Raphinha and Sterling, players who aren’t bigger than the manager or the club.
“For me, Tuchel would definitely not want Ronaldo.
“But if it comes from above him and the owners want him, then maybe something could happen.”
