Chelsea weigh Rashford move, Enzo fee stance hardens
Alvaro Morata says people called him ‘crazy’ for leaving Chelsea under Maurizio Sarri for Atletico, describing the pull to return to Madrid despite his contract and wages. The article adds he rebuilt form after London struggles and later captained Spain to Euro 2024 glory.
Chelsea’s summer recruitment continues to centre on adding attacking quality as they reshape their forward line under Xabi Alonso.
Marc Cucurella says he is happy at Chelsea and will decide his future after the World Cup. Atletico Madrid, Barcelona and Manchester United have been linked, with Chelsea seeking over £40m and a report suggesting Xabi Alonso wants to keep him.
Pedro Neto scored for Portugal in a 2-1 win over Nigeria, ending a long international drought. The Chelsea winger said ‘the objective is to win’ the World Cup and stressed the need to keep working on team processes.
Brighton have bid £30m for Tottenham’s Luka Vuskovic after his Hamburg loan, according to a report cited. The piece urges Chelsea to test Spurs’ resolve to avoid missing out on a highly rated defender.
David Silva names N’Golo Kante as his toughest opponent. Chelsea signed Moises Caicedo to replace him, but the piece argues Kante’s consistency and trophy haul at Stamford Bridge remain unmatched.
Morgan Rogers’ representatives have held extensive talks only with Arsenal and Bayern Munich. Despite Chelsea interest and his link to Cole Palmer, he would stay at Aston Villa if those moves fail.
Reece James hails his bond with Thomas Tuchel, recalling Chelsea’s 2021 triumph. Now under Tuchel with England, he featured in World Cup warm-ups against New Zealand and Costa Rica.
Marcel Desailly claims Cole Palmer could be a Ballon d’Or winner but needs a stronger winning mentality. The article notes Palmer’s injury-hit season saw 11 goals as Chelsea finished 10th.
Chelsea retain interest in Ethan Nwaneri but face Arsenal’s reluctance to sell to a London rival, despite the 19-year-old spending the second half of last season on loan at Marseille and Arsenal looking to trim attacking options.
Manchester City have enquired about Malo Gusto. The France right-back, in Didier Deschamps’ World Cup squad, played 49 games last season and competes with Reece James at Chelsea.
People close to Nicolas Jackson are open to him returning to Chelsea, with Xabi Alonso reportedly keen on his versatility. After a loan at Bayern and issues with Enzo Maresca, he could rejoin following World Cup duty with Senegal.
Former Chelsea winger Damien Duff has joined Brentford as assistant coach, with Keith Andrews praising his experience and attention to detail.
World Cup day two focuses Chelsea scouts on targets including Paraguay’s Julio Enciso, who is in a fitness race, and USA striker Ricardo Pepi, a long-linked Chelsea watch. Ex-Blue Christian Pulisic is playing under Mauricio Pochettino for the hosts.
Axel Disasi has agreed that a permanent exit would suit all parties, with two Premier League clubs and one Serie A side in talks. Chelsea want around £25m after his loan at West Ham.
Newcastle, Bournemouth and Everton are keeping tabs on 18-year-old Sol Gordon as his Chelsea pathway looks crowded. With a year left on his deal, the piece argues Alonso should assure chances to prevent an exit.
Transfermarkt outline potential Man City exits and a possible Maresca XI. The Chelsea angle noted is former target Marc Guéhi featuring in their projected defence.
Ipswich are considering ex-Chelsea youth coach Liam Rosenior to replace Kieran McKenna as they search for a new manager.
Forest rejecting a reported £120m bid from Manchester City for Elliot Anderson is cited as leverage for Chelsea to demand a similar fee if Real Madrid push for Enzo Fernandez, who is 25 and under contract until 2032.
Chelsea are targeting Real Madrid’s Arda Guler, with Arsenal also monitoring him after limited minutes in Madrid and competition for attacking roles, and a report claims Xabi Alonso has asked Chelsea to sign him.
