Xavi Simons has rejected Bayern Munich and Manchester City's interest as the Dutch midfielder only has his eyes on a move to Chelsea this summer. Bayern considered Simons as a perfect replacement for Kingsley Coman, who has joined Al-Nassr, while Manchester City are looking for attacking cover in case Savinho joins Tottenham. The Netherlands international, however, has informed RB Leipzig that he only wants to join Chelsea..
Crystal Palace were left furious after Eberechi Eze’s thunderous free-kick against Chelsea was controversially disallowed after a VAR check at Stamford Bridge. The England international thought he had handed his side the lead in their Premier League opener, but referee Darren England reviewed the incident on the pitch-side monitor and ruled the strike out.
Eberechi Eze starts for Crystal Palace against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, despite strong interest from Tottenham Hotspur in signing the England international. The attacking midfielder was a doubt to feature amid uncertainty over his future, but the Eagles decided to include him for the clash in west London as negotiations with Spurs continue.
Enzo Maresca has slammed the door on Nicolas Jackson’s Chelsea future making it clear the Senegalese striker is expendable. While the forward is still technically training with the senior squad, the Italian tactician admitted he won’t feature anymore and is available for transfer.
Chelsea have wasted no time in turning down Borussia Dortmund’s latest offer for Carney Chukwuemeka, with the proposal labelled ‘insulting’ by the club. The Blues are prioritising player sales to make room for top targets Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho, and have fielded interest from several other clubs for the unwanted 20-year-old midfielder.
Arne Slot believes Chelsea will be a top contender who can challenge Liverpool in the Premier League title race. The Dutchman, who stunned England last term by strolling to the championship ahead of Arsenal, now insists the west London giants have the weapons to push his Reds all the way.
Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly turned down the chance to bring Manchester United’s controversial winger Alejandro Garnacho to north London. Both clubs carried out extensive “due diligence” on the Argentine before deciding to pursue other attacking targets. The verdict was clear: despite Garnacho’s raw ability, the baggage that comes with him outweighed the potential upside.
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