Chelsea cool on Wirtz, push Cambiaso deal, eye Wharton
Chelsea’s Trevoh Chalobah details late England World Cup call from Thomas Tuchel while in New York, praising their ‘banter’ bond and Bayern approach.
Como enquire about Trevoh Chalobah, with Cesc Fabregas eyeing a move. Report says a ‘big gap’ in valuations, as Chelsea value the regular starter highly after 34 league appearances last season.
Chelsea made a late move for Leicester’s 16-year-old Jeremy Monga, but he chose Arsenal. A £10m-£15m compensation is agreed, with United and City also interested.
Juventus weigh Chelsea’s cash-plus-Nicolas Jackson proposal for Andrea Cambiaso. Initial €27–28m bid seen as low, with Juve valuing the full-back at €40–45m.
Chelsea join Manchester United and Liverpool in contacting Real Madrid for Eduardo Camavinga, valued at €60m. Madrid hope for a bidding war, but the player intends to stay.
Chelsea appoint Xabi Alonso on a four-year deal from 1 July 2026. The former Bayer Leverkusen coach vows to build a team to ‘fight for trophies’, praising the squad’s talent and potential.
Chelsea sources dismiss links to Florian Wirtz despite Xabi Alonso ties. Club are ‘not interested’ in a costly No.10, with Cole Palmer already in that role.
Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah joins England’s World Cup squad after Tino Livramento’s injury, flying from New York and targeting a role at right centre‑half.
Chelsea intensify contact with Mike Maignan’s agent amid Milan turmoil. Alonso seeks a new keeper after Robert Sanchez’s struggles. Maignan is open to the Premier League despite Milan’s reluctance.
Chelsea are not actively selling Wesley Fofana. Xabi Alonso will assess him in pre-season, with any bidder needing over £30m. Injuries have limited his minutes since his £75m move from Leicester.
Reece James recalls Trump staying on stage during Chelsea’s Club World Cup lift, jokes any England trophy handover is ‘Harry’s’ to handle.
Opinion on PSR contrasts cites Chelsea and Man City ‘run amok’ with rules, arguing clubs like Newcastle are hindered while bigger sides avoid similar sanctions.
Tottenham’s Lucas Bergvall tells the club he wants a new challenge amid prior Chelsea links, though reports suggest a move would make little sense for the Blues.
Chelsea plan talks for Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton after Enzo Fernandez sale. Palace want around £100m, though a lower fee is possible.
Chelsea target Karim Adeyemi, valued at £35m as he nears last contract year at Dortmund. Jamie Gittens hails his ‘in‑behind runs’ and two‑footed finishing.
Chelsea agree £17m compensation with Man City for Enzo Maresca after his January resignation. He is set to sign a three-year deal at City, boosting Chelsea’s summer income past £70m.
