Chelsea close in on Henderson and Welbeck
Former Chelsea winger Shaun Wright-Phillips has joined the 2026 Strictly Come Dancing line-up, saying ‘Dancing is in my blood’ despite it being outside his comfort zone.
Chelsea are still planning a move for Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton despite agreeing a deal for Jordan Henderson and targeting Alex Scott.
Danny Welbeck is set to join Chelsea and could break the Premier League record for substitute goals, needing six to surpass Jermain Defoe and Olivier Giroud.
Brentford confirm Jordan Henderson has left by mutual agreement, with Ben Jacobs reporting the 36-year-old is expected to sign a two-year Chelsea deal.
Crystal Palace are interested in taking Josh Acheampong on loan, but Chelsea have yet to decide on the 19-year-old, who remains part of their long-term plans.
Liam Delap has been told he can leave Chelsea, but Manchester United are not expected to pursue him despite being contacted by the striker's representatives.
Chelsea have agreed a deal for Danny Welbeck, who has permission to undergo a medical and join until 2028. Jordan Henderson is also set for Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea face JDT in Johor on 9 August in what could be their toughest pre-season test, with Xabi Alonso assessing fitness and tactics against Malaysia’s dominant champions.
Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson are set to join Chelsea on two-year deals, adding Premier League experience as Xabi Alonso reshapes his squad.
Chelsea look set to miss out on Kerim Alajbegović, with Juventus reaching an agreement with Bayer Leverkusen for a €33m deal plus €7m in bonuses.
Chelsea have accepted Napoli's loan-to-buy deal for Benoit Badiashile - €3m loan, €20m option plus bonuses - which could bring a book profit if the clause is triggered.
Filip Jorgensen is close to joining Strasbourg, with Fabrizio Romano saying the deal is being closed. The Chelsea goalkeeper wants regular football after 12 games last season.
Fabrizio Romano says all formal steps are complete for Maxence Lacroix's move from Crystal Palace to Chelsea, with only official statements still pending.
Kendry Paez’s River Plate loan is set to be cut short after he trained with sidelined players. Chelsea are weighing another loan, with Trabzonspor and Mechelen mentioned.
