CHELSEA are trying to hijack Nordi Mukiele’s move to Paris Saint-Germain – and are willing to offer RB Leipzig Timo Werner as part of the deal, according to reports.
The Blues have suffered a major transfer blow with the news that Barcelona had snatched Sevilla defender Jules Kounde from under their noses.
There are also reports that Chelsea have already turned their attention to PSG's Presnel Kimpembe, given the developments with Kounde over recent days.
And the Blues, Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid are three of the clubs Jorge Mendes has held talks with as he looks to find a new team for Cristiano Ronaldo.
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- Sam Dymond
Transfer watch: Azpilicueta to Barcelona?
Sources close to Chelsea are suggesting that the club could block Cesar Azpilicueta's transfer to Barcelona if the Catalans hijack their move for Jules Kounde.
Barca have already upset the Blues this summer in how they've acted during negotiations for Ousmane Dembele and Raphinha.
This is the kind of pettiness we can get behind.
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- Sam Dymond
Sterling to leave on loan
It's a case of one Sterling in, one Sterling out at Stamford Bridge this summer.
Chelsea have already snapped up England star Raheem Sterling in a £47.5m deal, but are now sending out namesake Dujon on loan to continue his development.
The Evening Standard reveal that the Blues are preparing to sanction another temporary move for their 22-year-old right-back with Championship pair Preston and QPR interested.
Sterling spent last season with Blackpool, making 25 appearances in all competitions for the Tangerines.
- Sam Dymond
Premier pair in for Broja
Newcastle United and Everton have joined the race to land Chelsea striker Armando Broja.
The Albanian hitman looked destined for West Ham last week after a £30m bid was submitted.
However, the Hammers were kept waiting, and have instead turned their interest to Sassuolo's Gianluca Scamacca.
And that has opened for door to Broja for other Premier League suitors.
Chelsea allowed the 20-year-old to leave the club's pre-season tour of America last week in order to finalise his future.
According to i Sport, former Blues boss Frank Lampard wants to reunite with the forward at Goodison Park, while Newcastle would prefer an initial loan move.
- Sam Dymond
Blues to hijack Mukiele move
Chelsea have felt the pain of being beaten to the punch on a couple of occasions this summer.
But now the Londoners are planning to do just that to Paris Saint-Germain.
According to Foot Mercato journalist Santi Aouna, the Blues have launched an eleventh hour bid for RB Leipzig's Nordi Mukiele.
And Chelsea are prepared to offer former Leipzig favourite Timo Werner as part of the deal for the 24-year-old centre-back.
Mukiele had look destined for PSG after a £13m deal had been agreed with the Bundesliga club.
Despite the competition, the Ligue 1 champions are said to remain confident that the defender will join them this week.
- Sam Dymond
Blues 'a bit of a mess'
Chelsea have been labelled a 'mess' of a club as their transfer difficulties continue.
The Blues' problems in bringing in new stars has been well-documented, but their inability to ship unhappy players out is as much of an issue.
Speaking on talkSPORT’s Sunday Session, The Daily Mirror's Darren Lewis highlighted the problem.
“Chelsea can’t get players in, they can’t move players out and, as Tuchel said, Chelsea have got players who are desperate to leave," the journalist acknowledged.
“Hakim Ziyech wants to go to AC Milan, Marcos Alonso wants to go to Barcelona, and Cesar Azpilicueta wants to go to Barcelona
"Timo Werner wants to go to get regular first-team football and Christian Pulisic wants to go and get first-team football.
“At the moment, Chelsea are a bit of a mess.”
- Sam Dymond
Tuchel wants three more signings
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel wants at least three new players before the start of the Premier League season.
The Blues boss has been frustrated this summer in his attempts to rebuild the squad, missing out on high-profile targets Raphinha and Ousmane Dembele.
And now the Londoners are struggling to get the captures of Presnel Kimpembe and Jules Kounde over the line.
Tuchel was allegedly furious after his side were embarrassed by Arsenal in a 4-0 pre-season defeat at the weekend, and is demanding the club up their game on and off the pitch.
Transfers expert Fabrizio Romano said: "Thomas Tuchel wants at least three news players. He needs centre-backs, he wants attacking players, he wants new signings."
- Gary Stonehouse
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Barcelona have reportedly all-but-signed Jules Kounde ahead of Chelsea.
Sport claims a bid of £42.5million has been accepted by Sevilla.
And Barca will pay a further £8.5m in add-ons.
Kounde has already agreed personal terms on a four-year deal and is set to be confirmed at the Nou Camp this week.
Meanwhile, Presnel Kimpembe has reportedly asked PSG to let him explore options this summer.
And it means Chelsea could finally be in line to land the defender.
The Sunday Times claims Kimpembe could leave for £60million following interest from the Blues.
But Chelsea may have to fend off Juventus, who are yet to replace Giorgio Chiellini.
Finally, Ethan Ampadu wants to become the next Trevoh Chalobah and force his way into Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea plans.
Ampadu said: "Of course [I want to emulate Chalobah] but it’s not just me as there are a few of us with that same mindset that want to break through.
"We’re out here now and it’s our chance to show it. Like every footballer out there, my dream is to be at the top.
"I just want to keep improving, keep putting my head down, fighting and working every day."
- Anthony Chapman
Koulibaly tipped for Chelsea greatness
Jorginho believes Kalidou Koulibaly deserves to win the lot at new club Chelsea.
He said: “Oh definitely, because of the person he is, he deserves the best of everything.
“When I saw him win trophies I was so, so happy for him. He is such a nice guy and brings a lot to this club.
“He is an experienced player, not just on the pitch. You will see he is a brilliant defender, strong, fast, he plays on the ball.
“But as a guy, a person in the changing room he is just amazing.”
- Anthony Chapman
Prem target Rabiot wants PSG
Adrien Rabiot is pushing for a return to PSG this summer.
That’s despite being linked with Man Utd and Chelsea.
Tuttosport claims Rabiot is out of favour at Juventus and is training with their U23s.
The midfielder is hoping PSG come back in for him as a replacement for Gini Wijnaldum.
- Anthony Chapman
Chelsea in huge Kimpembe boost
Presnel Kimpembe has reportedly asked PSG to let him explore options this summer.
And it means Chelsea could finally be in line to land the defender.
The Sunday Times claims Kimpembe could leave for £60million following interest from the Blues.
But Chelsea may have to fend off Juventus, who are yet to replace Giorgio Chiellini.
- Anthony Chapman
Rice plays down Chelsea links
Declan Rice has cooled talk of a summer return to Chelsea.
The West Ham skipper said: "I think it's completely out of my mind [when on the field]. Nothing's officially happened.
"I've always said, until anything actually happens, there's no point talking about anything because I'm a West Ham player.
"I have a contract with West Ham and I'll always respect that.
"I know that I'm going to be the captain of West Ham this season, I know it's an honour."
- Anthony Chapman
Lukaku set for another loan
Romelu Lukaku’s future for the 2023/24 campaign has already been sorted.
That’s because Chelsea have told Inter they can loan the flop striker for a second straight season.
The move is sure to suit all parties next summer.
But Chelsea will demand the move gets made permanent ahead of the 2024/25 term.
- Anthony Chapman
Breaking – Kounde to Barcelona 'done'
Barcelona have reportedly all-but-signed Jules Kounde ahead of Chelsea.
Sport claims a bid of £42.5million has been accepted by Sevilla.
And Barca will pay a further £8.5m in add-ons.
Kounde has already agreed personal terms on a four-year deal and is set to be confirmed at the Nou Camp this week.
- Anthony Chapman
Milan back in for Ziyech
AC Milan have reportedly reopened talks with Chelsea over a move for Hakim Ziyech.
The Italians have returned after negotiations over a deal broke down last month.
Calciomercato claims Milan are hoping to land Ziyech on loan.
But Chelsea maintain they will only let him go in a permanent transfer.
- Anthony Chapman
Ampadu aiming for Chelsea chance
Ethan Ampadu wants to become the next Trevoh Chalobah and force his way into Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea plans.
Ampadu said: "Of course [I want to emulate Chalobah] but it’s not just me as there are a few of us with that same mindset that want to break through.
"We’re out here now and it’s our chance to show it. Like every footballer out there, my dream is to be at the top.
"I just want to keep improving, keep putting my head down, fighting and working every day."
- Anthony Chapman
Kounde reaches Barcelona contract agreement
Jules Kounde looks set to snub Chelsea.
That's after reportedly agreeing a contract with Barcelona until 2026.
Sport claims Kounde is on the verge of leaving Sevilla for their Spanish rivals despite receiving a better offer from Chelsea.
He would become the second star to snub Thomas Tuchel after Raphinha and hopes to complete his move next week.
- Anthony Chapman
Chelsea target Militao signs deal
Chelsea have missed out on reported target Eder Militao.
That's after the defender signed a new deal at Real Madrid.
The Brazilian was on Thomas Tuchel's shortlist earlier this summer but always maintained he was committed to Real.
And Militao is now staying at the Bernabeu until 2028, securing a release clause worth £425million.
- Anthony Chapman
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- Justin Lawrence
Chelsea enter Dumfries transfer race
Chelsea will battle Man United for the signature of Inter Milan star Denzel Dumfries.
The defender is set to leave Inter this summer and United have been identified as one of the front runners in the race to sign him.
However, Chelsea have now thrown their hat into the ring, according to Football Italia.
Whoever wins the transfer battle will have to splash €40m on the Dutchman.
- Justin Lawrence
Chelsea willing to extend Lukaku deal
Chelsea are willing to extend Romelu Lukaku's loan deal for another season.
Lukaku wants to remain at Inter beyond his one year term.
And Chelsea won't stand in his way.
The Blues are supposedly in talks with Inter about adding another season to Lukaku's move, the Telegraph claim.
- Justin Lawrence
Chelsea enquire about Saint-Maximin
Chelsea and Tottenham have both reportedly made enquiries to Newcastle about signing Allan Saint-Maximin.
The Premier League rivals, plus a number of teams from Europe, are claimed to be keen on the trickster.
But Newcastle's valuation of their prized asset has put off both Chelsea and Spurs from making an official move.
Toon value Saint-Maximin in excess of £40million, according to The Athletic.
Both London clubs are claimed to have hoped Newcastle would accept a cut-price fee for Saint-Maximin thanks to their vast wealth.
- Justin Lawrence
Kounde 'agrees deal with Barcelona'
Chelsea's pursuit of Jules Kounde seems to be all over after the player agreed personal terms with Barcelona, according to reports.
The defender has accepted a four-year deal from the Catalan giants, Diario SPORT reported.
The proposed deal means only Sevilla can stop the move from going ahead as Barca still need to work out a price with their La Liga counterparts, it was added.
- Justin Lawrence
Barcelona attempted Koulibaly hijack
Barcelona tried to hijack Chelsea's move for Kalidou Koulibaly but the attempted coup flopped as the Catalan giants couldn't meet Napoli's asking price.
That's according to Napoli chief Aurelio de Laurentiis, who said: "Barcelona had come in, but they didn’t have the money because they are in debt.
"Koulibaly wanted to leave, I told him: 'I can't sell you to Barcelona as they had no money'.
"Then Chelsea came forward and we couldn’t say no."
- Justin Lawrence
Blues fans want Ronaldo
Chelsea have been urged to sign Cristiano Ronaldo by disgruntled fans.
The Blues drew a blank during their 4-0 loss to Arsenal, and supporters reckon Ronaldo could provide the answer.
One fan said: "Season starts in two weeks and we look useless up front.
"Whether you like him or not, Ronaldo will guarantee goals, time to get him in before the first game of the season."
- Justin Lawrence
Pep wanted to keep Sterling
Man City boss Pep Guardiola has revealed he wanted Raheem Sterling to remain at the Etihad.
Sterling left to join Chelsea, while his former team-mates Gabriel Jesus and Oleksandr Zinchenko left for Arsenal.
And Pep has revealed both stars would've stayed put if he had things his way.
He said: "No [the outgoings weren't guaranteed] because I was incredibly happy with Gabriel, Oleks and Raheem.
"If they stayed longer there would be no problem. They proved last year how good they are."
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