Chelsea weigh Bowen move as Alonso talk challenged
River Plate may cut short Kendry Paez’s loan after concerns over conduct and training. The 19-year-old has only 461 minutes there, leaving Chelsea to reassess his pathway.
Rafael Leao wants to leave Milan and has been offered to Premier League clubs. Italian reports rate Chelsea’s chances at 50-50 amid a ‘volatile’ Milan relationship.
Reece James hails Thomas Tuchel as ‘one of the best’, saying he brings the best from players. The Chelsea captain focuses on the World Cup while Blues turn to Xabi Alonso.
Incoming winger Geovany Quenda says Chelsea ‘have a good group’ and can ‘turn things around’ after finishing 10th. The 19-year-old joins from Sporting and targets a bounce-back.
Incoming Man City boss Enzo Maresca and Bayern under Vincent Kompany have enquired for Malo Gusto. Chelsea could offer new terms but may sell if their price is met.
Real Madrid, Barcelona and Atletico monitor Marc Cucurella, who is open to leaving Chelsea. The Blues are relaxed with three years left and will sell only at their valuation.
Chelsea weigh up a move for West Ham’s Jarrod Bowen after their relegation. Versatile forward under contract to 2030, touted at £50m with buyers aiming near £40m. Seen as leadership boost for Xabi Alonso.
Bologna are open to selling Jonathan Rowe after missing Europe. Chelsea and Aston Villa are interested, with a deal dependent on offers.
Reims keeper Ewen Jaouen has visited Chelsea amid £21.5m talk. Newcastle and Real Madrid also admire the France U21. The Blues weigh him alongside plans for a senior no.1.
Jamie Redknapp claims Liverpool did not fancy Xabi Alonso, who signed a four-year Chelsea deal. He argues the Reds could have hired him after sacking Arne Slot.
Marcel Desailly urges Xabi Alonso to build the attack around Pedro Neto, Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer. Neto posted 10 goals and 10 assists in 52 games but only 5 goals in 34 Premier League matches.
If Chelsea sell Alejandro Garnacho for £40m, Man United would receive £4m via a 10% sell-on clause. The winger struggled after a £40m move and could be loaned if a sale does not materialise.
Returning loanee Nicolas Jackson impressed with pressing and link play for Senegal but missed a big chance vs USA. He could deputise for Joao Pedro despite finishing concerns.
Chelsea assess Atletico Madrid defender Marc Pubill, a player Alonso previously suggested to Liverpool. Atleti plan a new deal and have Champions League football, so luring the 22-year-old looks difficult.
Chelsea are set to sign Ireland captain Katie McCabe after her Arsenal exit. The versatile 30-year-old, long targeted by Chelsea, chose them over Manchester City following 305 appearances for the Gunners.
Ex-Chelsea striker Alvaro Morata and wife Alice Campello have reconciled again after reports of a second split. Off-field update, no Chelsea impact.
Chelsea twice bid for Marquinhos in 2015 under Jose Mourinho but PSG refused. The Brazil defender later captained PSG to back-to-back Champions League titles.
