Chelsea tie down Joao Pedro as transfer watch goes on
Chelsea tried to sign Raphinha in the summer, reviving interest after missing out in 2023, but Barcelona rebuffed approaches for the forward.
Emiliano Martinez dismissed his Yashin Trophy hopes with 'No chance' after conceding 10 goals in four Chelsea games, as the goalkeeper reflected on a difficult start.
Paul Scholes said Jordan Henderson should not be starting Premier League games for Chelsea after the 3-0 loss to Brentford, calling him 'a million miles away'.
Jason Cundy praised Morgan Rogers’ start at Chelsea but said 'signing of the summer' is premature, stressing consistency in a potent Blues front three.
Ruud Gullit said Chelsea's £1.8bn transfer churn shows money alone is no guarantee, arguing repeated moves for young talent have not produced a true winning formula.
Chelsea are reportedly stepping up Palmeiras academy scouting, admire AC Milan striker Francesco Camarda and are watching Feyenoord midfielder Gjivai Zechiel before January.
Chelsea are still tracking Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey after his hat-trick against Manchester City. The 24-year-old is an early 2027 target despite no urgent need for a striker.
Rory Jennings said former Chelsea player Ethan Ampadu is 'everything I want Reece James to be', arguing Leeds’ midfielder would add bite and control to the Blues.
Chelsea, who considered Morgan Gibbs-White in the summer, have been told he need not leave Nottingham Forest to become an England regular after replacing Cole Palmer in the squad.
Chelsea are still monitoring Santos midfielder Gabriel Bontempo, 21, after five goals and four assists and a first Brazil call-up. Santos now want more than the earlier €12m figure.
Chelsea are among clubs tracking Real Sociedad defender Jon Martin, 20, with talks possible as the Blues seek defensive reinforcements after conceding 12 league goals.
Cole Palmer withdrew from England duty for 'load management', prompting James Chester to accuse the Chelsea forward of 'faking' injury, while Keith Wyness said there had been a 'calculated gamble'.
Joao Pedro said signing his new Chelsea deal capped 'incredible moments', including the Club World Cup, supporter-voted Player of the Season and becoming the club's No 9.
Chelsea have five players in The Athletic’s Premier League top 50, with Morgan Rogers 11th, Moises Caicedo 12th, Cole Palmer 14th and Joao Pedro 18th.
Jules Kounde has reportedly given his agents the green light for talks in London involving Chelsea or Tottenham, while John Terry urged the Blues to ditch zonal marking.
Chelsea are among clubs monitoring Valerenga striker Gabriel Rajkovic, 15, who became the Eliteserien’s youngest scorer. English rules could hinder any move.
Chelsea’s narrow front line and advanced wing-backs are exposing space, blunting the press and worsening a defence already struggling after three games without a win.
Chelsea are among the clubs tracking Feyenoord's Gjivai Zechiel after his five goals and four assists in eight games earned a first Netherlands call-up under Xavi.
Chelsea youth midfielder Yunus Linton, 17, has left for Southampton on his first professional deal until 2029 after attracting interest from Brentford and European clubs.
Chelsea teenager Tayo Subuloye, 18, is pushing towards the first team, and a loan move could come sooner than expected after his pre-season progress.
Chelsea are monitoring AC Milan striker Francesco Camarda, 18, after his loan at Lecce. Milan have tied him down until 2031, which could make any move difficult.
Chelsea are monitoring Crystal Palace left-back Tyrick Mitchell before January. The 27-year-old is in the final year of his deal, with Palace pushing for an extension.
