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It has already been a busy summer of transfer activity at Stamford Bridge with as many as four deals announced, but all have been outgoings so far.
Now the next step is to add to the squad that Thomas Tuchel guided to a sensational Champions League triumph last season as a tilt at the Premier League title will be firmly on the agenda in 2021/22.
The German will want to put his own stamp on the squad he inherited from Frank Lampard and add one or two fresh faces, especially up front, with a prolific striker high on the list of priorities.
Stick with us throughout the day on this live blog for all the very latest Chelsea transfer news and developments as they happen.
Haaland alternative
If Chelsea can't sign Erling Haaland this summer, it might be worth Thomas Tuchel places his full trust in Kai Havertz to lead the attack.
After all, last summer's £72m signing showed last season he is capable of thriving in the 'false 9' role.
If Tuchel goes down this route, it means the Blues already have the perfect Haaland alternative in their ranks.
Sancho's dream club
Jadon Sancho's previous admission about his dream club may alert Chelsea and Manchester United fans.
Despite the fact that Sancho is closing in on a move to Man United, it's clear that Chelsea are his dream club as he supported the west London outfit as a child.
My England hero? I'd probably say Frank Lampard. I was a Chelsea fan growing up, I'm not going to lie.
Marina Granovskaia and Chelsea's summer transfer window plans
Thomas Tuchel is expected to bolster his Chelsea squad in some areas - not all - this summer.
He could look to strengthen is at left back with doubts surrounding the futures of Marcos Alonso and Emerson.
The German also has an array of midfielders, with the likes of Ross Barkley, Tiemoue Bakayoko, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and also Danny Drinkwater returning from loan spells away. That is an area that needs to be addressed in terms of departures more than incoming.
Colwill deal
Promising youngster Levi Colwill has agreed a four-year deal at Chelsea with the expectation that he will be loaned out next season in order to gain first-team experience.
Colwill, who joined the Blues as an Under-9, established himself as a standout performer for the development squad last season. He played 18 times in Premier League 2 and also featured twice for the Under-18s in the FA Youth Cup.
The 18-year-old's performances caught the eye of Thomas Tuchel and Colwill trained with the first-team squad in February and during the final weeks of the campaign as cover for the injured Andreas Christensen.
Chelsea make decision on defender's future after four-year contract is agreed
Tuchel warned
Graeme Souness believes Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel should refrain from sending midfielder Billy Gilmour out on loan ahead of the 2021/22 Premier League season.
Personally, I would keep him at Chelsea. I think Jorginho has to be looking over his shoulder, personally.
I know it is a slightly different position but I think he will be challenging him more than anyone else .
Bakayoko update
The agent of forgotten Chelsea midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko - Andy Bara - has refused to rule out the prospect of the Frenchman sealing a return to AC Milan this summer.
It is possible, Milan are looking for a player with his characteristics and it is likely that they can make a proposal.
At the moment Tiemoue is a Chelsea player, but there is a possibility to change his shirt and go to an Italian team.
UEFA announce key rule change
Chelsea will not be fighting for away-goals if they reach the knockout stages of next season's UEFA Champions League, it has been confirmed.
UEFA has confirmed that the rule is to be scrapped and will no longer feature in any European club competition.
PSG open Ramos talks
French giants Paris Saint-Germain have opened talks with former Real Madrid defender and Chelsea target Sergio Ramos, according to reports.
The Spaniard has been closely linked with a number of big-name clubs in the last few days, but PSG are reported to be the one that has made the first move.
Rangers eyeing late Gilmour swoop
Scottish giants Rangers are looking to try and pip Norwich City to the signing of Chelsea midfielder Billy Gilmour, according to reports north of the border.
Steven Gerrard - the Rangers boss - is a big fan of the Chelsea starlet and is hoping he can pip the Premier League newcomers to his signature.
Gilmour, of course, played for Rangers until joining Chelsea in 2017, meaning he could be tempted by a return.
Alonso move unlikely
Accoring to Gazzetta dello Sport, Marcos Alonso is unlikely to move to Inter Milan this summer.
The report from Italy claims that with Achraf Hakimi seemingly on his way to Paris Saint-Germain, Inter will be unable to sign the Blues defender.
Alonso fell down the pecking order since Ben Chilwell's arrival at Stamford Bridge last summer.
Chelsea to make one last Hakimi effort
According to Thursday's edition of Gazzetta dello Sport, Chelsea are going to make one, last 'desperate' attempt to try and sign Achraf Hakimi.
Reports overnight have stated that the Inter Milan star is on the brink of joining PSG, but it is reported that Chelsea are not yet giving up.
Chelsea are set to offer Inter €55million plus Marcos Alonso, which they say totals €65million. However, it is possible that they could offer £65million straight up.
Chelsea reach Rice verdict
Chelsea believe that England international Declan Rice will remain at West Ham United this summer, despite heavy interest from themselves and Manchester United, reports claim.
Thomas Tuchel is keen to add a new central-midfielder to his ranks and Rice is seen as his top target, although he would likely cost around £80million.
However, there is a growing sense that Rice will remain with the Hammers this summer and not seal a move away from the London Stadium.
Varane update
Chelsea and Manchester United have been heavily linked with signing Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane this summer.
The Frenchman is likely to leave the Bernabeu within the coming weeks and months and both English clubs have been monitoring his situation.
Now, it has been revealed that he has a £40million-£45million valution.
Bayern want to keep Sule
Having been linked with a move to Chelsea quite often in recent months, Bayern Munich defender Niklas Sule could now be signing a new deal with the German club.
They are keen to tie the centre-back down to a new deal, scuppering Thomas Tuchel's hopes of landing him this summer.
It is reported that they hope to tie him down to a new deal until the summer of 2023.
Gilmour move to be announced
The big news coming out of Stamford Bridge in the past 12 hours surrounds Billy Gilmour.
According to The Athletic, the midfielder is likely to complete a season-long loan move to Norwich City next week.
Would this be a good move for the Scotland international?
Lukaku verdict
Romelu Lukaku has once again appeared to rule out a return to Chelsea this summer.
During a Q&A session on the social media platform yesterday, the Belgian had to deal with a request for him to grace the top flight of English football once again.
When asked by former Manchester City winger Trevor Sinclair if he fancied playing in Pep Guardiola's side, Lukaku's reply all-but confirmed his stance on leaving Inter this summer.
I am happy at Inter.
Hakimi agreement
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Paris Saint-Germain are set to make another bid of around €70million (£59m) plus add-ons to reach an agreement with the Serie A champions.
Furthermore, it's understood that Hakimi has already agreed personal terms with Mauricio Pochettino's side with a five-year contract just waiting to be signed at the Parc des Princes.
Chelsea have been linked with a move for the Morocco international, so this development is a major blow.
Sergio Ramos 'signed'
Sergio Ramos is now a free agent, having confirmed his departure from Real Madrid
As such, the Spaniard has been linked with a number of high-profile clubs this summer, including Chelsea, who are in the market for a new centre-back this summer, despite extending Thiago Silva’s deal until the end of next season.
So what if Ramos did sign for Chelsea next season? And, how would his arrival impact the side's performance?
To find out, we 'signed Ramos for Chelsea on Football Manager 2021, to predict his potential impact in west London.
Click here for the results.
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