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Transfer deadline day is fast approaching, and Blues fans will be hoping for a bolstered squad going into an important first full season for Thomas Tuchel.
So far, goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli is the sole new signing on a free transfer following his release from Fulham and he is expected to provide competition for Edouard Mendy and Kepa Arrizabalaga next season.
Meanwhile, Chelsea continue to be linked with big moves for Erling Haaland, Declan Rice and Jules Kounde, but news emerged yesterday that they have now made former Blues striker, Romelu Lukaku, their number one target up front, after it was made clear that signing Haaland is going to be extremely difficult.
There are also expected to be several outgoings before the end of the window, too. The club’s most recent sale was that of academy prospect Tino Livramento, who has completed a permanent deal to Southampton.
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Grealish talks!
Aston Villa are still in talks with Chelsea target Jack Grealish over a new contract, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Dortmund still set on keeping Haaland
Dortmund have not moved from their position on Erling Haaland, as per Jan Aage Fjortoft.
Only a huge offer will change their mind.
Lukaku round-up
With so much talk around Romelu Lukaku at the moment, we've made it easier for you to keep up to data.
Just have a look at what's been happening by clicking here.
Abramovich confident of Lukaku return
Roman Abramovich is confident that he can re-sign Romelu Lukaku for Chelsea, as per FCInterNews.
"The feeling is that Roman Abramovich firmly believes he can bring the striker back to London and is ready to make a very rich official offer,” the report adds.
Abraham update
According to the Telegraph, Aston Villa want to re-sign Tammy Abraham.
Abraham, 23, helped Villa get promoted to the Premier League three seasons ago before returning to Chelsea to be part of their first-team squad, although will be allowed to leave for £40million this summer.
Chelsea 'determined' to sign Lukaku!
The Blues are 'determined' to sign Romelu Lukaku this sumer, according to Kaveh Solhekol at Sky Sports News.
They have offered big money for his services, but as things stand, they haven't offered enough.
Sevilla set Kounde asking price
Sevilla have asked for 70million euros to sign defender Jules Kounde, according to reports from Spanish journalist, Alvaro Montero.
Bournemouth eye Ampadu
After returning from Sheffield United, Chelsea defender Ethan Ampadu has a decision to make on his future.
According to Football League World, he is being eyed by Bournemouth boss Scott Parker ahead of a potential swoop.
Ampadu still has two years left to run on his current Stamford Bridge deal.
Read more here.
Lukaku set to make decision
Well, he's dominated our live blog today and there are now more reports emerging over the future of Romelu Lukaku.
According to Sempre Inter, the Belgian is set to decide on his future in respect of where he believes he can win more trophies - that either being with the Serie A champions or the reigning European champions.
It remains to be seen what his final decision will be but he could certainly put his future well in doubt now.
Find out more here.
Inter name Lukaku price
Another line of the future of Lukaku now and it is being reported that Inter Milan could be tempted to sell if they lodge a €120m plus offer Marcos Alonso in part-exchange.
The Blues have already had €100m plus the Spanish defender turned down so it remains to be seen whether they will go that high for the Belgian.
Giroud encourages Ziyech switch
Ex-Chelsea forward Olivier Giroud has encouraged Hakim Ziyech to join him at AC Milan, with the Moroccan being linked with a switch to the San Siro.
Speaking to Sempre Milan, the Frenchman said:“Ziyech is a great player. We have had a great connection even though we have played few games together. He has a top left foot, has experience and he is very good technically. It would be nice to play with him again.”
Kane yet to return
Speaking of strikers, but one slightly closer to home now as Harry Kane continues to angle for a move away from Spurs.
football.london understands that the England captain has once again not shown his face for pre-season training.
He has been linked with Manchester City, as well as Chelsea.
Read the full story here.
Lukaku 'thinking' about Chelsea switch
Well, the situation surrouding Romelu Lukaku appears to be very fast-moving.
After seeing their bid turned down for the Belgian, the Blues are set to return with an improved offer of €120million.
Lukaku is also "thinking about" moving back to Stamford Bridge as per Gianluca Di Marzio.
Find the full story here.
Tammy Abraham move
Tammy Abraham appears to have a number of options on the table this summer should he leave Chelsea.
He has already been linked with Arsenal, West Ham United and Aston Villa and The Telegraph are reporting that the latter are keen to get a deal sealed.
Read the full story here.
Venezia make McClelland move
Newly-promoted Serie A outfit Venezia have reportedly made an offer for young Chelsea defender Sam McClelland.
He has just one year remaining on his current Blues deal and could apparently arrive in Italy within the next few weeks according to TuttoMercatoWeb.
Declan Rice not demanding move
Long-term Chelsea target Declan Rice has returned to training with West Ham United and is not expected to demand a transfer away from the London Stadium this summer despite having rejected two contract offers.
The Blues have been strongly linked with the midfielder but according to The Telegraph have been put off by the £100m asking price that the Hammers are demanding for his services.
Read more.
Lazio plan Hudson-Odoi swoop
Former Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri could be set to offer Callum Hudson-Odoi a route out of Chelsea this summer.
According to Il Messaggero, Lazio have the Chelsea winger on their shortlist this summer and may pursue a move should they fail to sign Eintracht Frankfurt's Filip Kostic.
The winger made 24 appearances under Sarri, netting four goals.
Read more here.
Wonderkid set for new contract
Reports in France over recent days have suggested that Chelsea are considering a move for Saint-Etienne youngster Lucas Gourna-Douath.
The 17-year-old is out of contract next summer but according to Fabrizio Romano, he is close to penning a new, four-year deal with his current employers which would certainly scupper any hopes of a swoop - for this summer at least.
Inter still interested in Alonso
Interestingly enough, whilst Inter Milan are reported to have rejected Chelsea's offer of £85m plus Marcos Alonso, the Italian giants remain interested in signing the Spanish left-back.
According to CalcioMercato, he is seen as an ideal replacement for Ivan Perisic at the San Siro but as it stands, the Blues' €20m (£17m) asking price is too high.
Read more here.
Barca fear Chelsea offer
According to reports in the Spanish media, La Liga giants Barcelona are fearing that Chelsea have made a huge offer to young midfielder Ilaix Moriba.
The Blues have been linked with a move for the youngster this summer with his contract in its final year and no sign of a renewal on the horizon.
Sport suggest that Barcelona are worried that Chelsea have lodged an offer to the Spaniard that they simply cannot match.
Read the full story here.
Broja eyed by Udinese
Chelsea striker Armando Broja has been having a great pre-season having penned a new deal to stay at Stamford Bridge.
That has seemingly caused clubs to sit up and take notice. According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Udinese have offered to take the young Albanian on a season-long loan.
The 19-year-old spent last season with Vitesse Arnhem.
Lebouef questions Kounde buy
Former Chelsea hero Frank Lebouef has questioned the club's intention to buy defender Jules Kounde this summer, suggesting that no current Blue deserves to drop out of the starting XI.
Talking to ESPN, he said: “You have Azpilicueta who does the job. Nobody deserves to be on the bench at the back of this Chelsea team."
Bid rejected
According to Sky Sports, Chelsea have had a huge £85m bid turned down by Inter Milan for striker Romelu Lukaku.
It had previously been reported that the Blues had made the Belgian their top priority in the transfer window but it appears that the Italian giants are not for selling.
It's suggested that current Blues defender Marcos Alonso was also offered in part-exchange.
Read the full story here.
Kounde alternative
Chelsea fans think Dujon Sterling could save the Blues £68million in transfer fees this summer.
The Blues have been linked with a move for Jules Kounde, who can operate at right-wing back as well as his preferred position as a central defender.
Just like Sterling.
And following an impressive showing against Arsenal, there are calls for him to get a chance in the first-team next season.
Done deal
Chelsea have confirmed that academy defender Tino Livramento has completed his move to Southampton.
Good luck, Tino.
Lukaku top of Chelsea's priorities
We start with a few bits you may have missed from yesterday, including this big Romelu Lukaku update.
Now that the Blues look set to miss out on Erling Haaland due to Borussia Dortmund’s unaltering stance, Lukaku has jumped back to the top of the west London club’s wanted list, as per Matt Law at The Telegraph.
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