Chelsea vs. Burnley: Antonio Conte’s Key Pre-Match Press Conference Quotes

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has admitted it will be tough to acquire all of his remaining transfer targets before the window’s deadline.

The Italian was addressing the media ahead of his team’s tussle with Burnley in the Premier League on Saturday. With Wednesday at 11 p.m. the cutoff to get players signed, the manager was naturally asked about potential deals, although his words won’t quicken the pulse of those associated with the Blues, per the team’s Twitter feed:

He adds we have transfer targets but given the nature of the market admits it’s ‘very difficult’ to buy. #CFC

— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 26, 2016

Chelsea have added Michy Batshuayi and N’Golo Kante to the squad already this summer, with both players making a positive impact in the XI when they’ve been on the field.

Goalkeeper Eduardo is the only other senior player to join the club, although he’s anticipated to be a third choice goalkeeper, per the Chelsea website.

There have been some illustrious names linked to the Blues throughout the window, but Conte commented on how much of a challenge it has been to bring players in, per ESPN FC’s Jack Rathborn:

Conte on the transfer market: “It is very crazy, it’s difficult to reach the targets for us.” @ESPNFC #CFC

— Jack Rathborn (@JackRathborn) August 26, 2016

Conte says “something is changing” regarding the transfer market, teams prefer to “maintain” rather than “buy.” @ESPNFC #CFC

— Jack Rathborn (@JackRathborn) August 26, 2016

While there may be some concerns about adding to key areas of the …

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