Chelsea face contract, transfer and injury questions
Chelsea target Alex Scott could cost £100m in January. The box-to-box Bournemouth midfielder has one goal, two assists, two England caps and is currently injured.
Morgan Rogers said Paul Pogba, Mesut Ozil and Neymar inspired his instinctive style, as the Chelsea forward reflected on criticism, freedom and Jack Grealish's influence.
Ashley Young says Jordan Henderson is proving doubters wrong at Chelsea, driving the side with his voice, running and influence as Xabi Alonso's team climb the table.
Josh Acheampong is 'cautious' over a new Chelsea deal despite Xabi Alonso making him increasingly important. Talks are not active, with rivals previously keen.
Chelsea fear Aston Villa are avoiding the clause that would make Alejandro Garnacho's loan permanent, leaving the Blues at risk of an unwanted return and the loss of an expected €50m fee.
Chelsea are monitoring Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari as contract talks stall. Paul Winstanley knows him well, but no formal offer has been made.
Everton's Hayden Hackney named Moises Caicedo as the toughest opponent he has faced, underlining the Chelsea midfielder's tackling, interceptions and defensive impact.
Chelsea face Tottenham Hotspur without Emiliano Martinez and Reece James, while Malo Gusto could return from illness. Pep Chavarria is a major doubt and there are no bans.
Chelsea are weighing midfield options beyond Alex Scott and Felix Nmecha, with Roma's Manu Kone back on the radar as the Blues plan for more depth.
Liverpool are tracking Malo Gusto after his limited Chelsea role raised doubts. The Blues could listen if they secure a replacement, but are not pushing him out.
Chelsea's interest in Strasbourg winger Gessime Yassine could deepen Estevao Willian's concerns over game time, with similar profiles already crowding the right side.
