Chelsea confirm Valentin Barco signing
Chelsea have agreed Trevoh Chalobah's sale to Como, with Fabrizio Romano revealing the fee as the Blues press on with summer business.
Chelsea's new signing Valentin Barco may face a hostile reception after his World Cup semi-final antics, but his versatility and form at Strasbourg could yet win fans over.
Chelsea are closing in on Pep Chavarria, with the Rayo Vallecano left-back in London for a medical ahead of a reported €25m move after Marc Cucurella's exit.
Chelsea loanee Alejandro Garnacho said he was 'happy to be enjoying football again' after his Aston Villa debut, after a poor spell at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea are reportedly in advanced talks for Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa, whose £55m release clause could offer Xabi Alonso another option alongside Robert Sanchez.
Xabi Alonso said Chelsea need the 'right balance' of ages and personalities, insisting there is 'no formula' behind moves for experienced players.
Chelsea see Joao Pedro as untouchable despite Arsenal and Barcelona interest, and are pushing to extend his deal on improved terms after his first season.
Chelsea's Omari Kellyman is weighing up his next move after a strong Cardiff loan spell, with Birmingham, Derby and a move abroad all in the frame.
Strasbourg are working on a loan move for Chelsea centre-back Tosin Adarabioyo, whose limited role last season could open the door to a temporary exit.
Chelsea are linked with another attacking signing for Xabi Alonso, with reports suggesting a possible £65m move, but details are limited.
Chelsea have hired Austin MacPhee from Aston Villa, hoping the set-piece coach improves their threat and defending from dead-ball situations under Xabi Alonso.
Chelsea confirmed Valentin Barco as their ninth summer signing, with reports saying the £34m deal was done early amid rival interest. A loan move could still follow.
Chelsea have signed Strasbourg midfielder Valentin Barco, 21, on a seven-year deal. He joins pre-season after becoming the Blues' sixth summer arrival.
Manchester City are reportedly targeting Pedro Neto after Enzo Maresca's move, but Chelsea value the winger at £70m and see him as central to their project.
Chelsea have been approached by several clubs for Mykhailo Mudryk after his ban was lifted, though Xabi Alonso says it is too early to decide his future.
