Armando Broja returns to Chelsea this summer following a pretty successful loan spell at Southampton.

The striker netted six goals in his first season in the Premier League.

His performances for the Saints have earned him plenty of interest from top clubs.

Tuchel’s plan for Broja

According to Ryan Taylor, six clubs have already expressed an interest in signing the striker for next season.

These clubs are willing to either bring him in on a loan or sign him on a permanent deal.

However, for now, Thomas Tuchel’s plan is to keep Broja at Stamford Bridge during pre-season.

The German manager will then be able to make a proper assessment on whether to keep or move him on.

The Blues are likely to be on the lookout for a new striker with Romelu Lukaku unlikely to be in Tuchel’s plans for next season.

West Ham in the race for Broja

Chelsea’s plan for Armando Broja next season revealed

TIRANA, ALBANIA – MARCH 28: Armando Broja of Albania looks on during the FIFA World Cup 2022 Qatar qualifying match between Albania and England at Arena Kombëtare on March 28, 2021 in Tirana, Albania. Sporting stadiums around Europe remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Mattia Ozbot/Getty Images)

West Ham United have joined the race to sign Broja, as per the Daily Mail.

Newcastle United, Everton, Napoli and Inter Milan are all also interested in the striker.

He has a reported price tag of £25 million.