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Chelsea have officially confirmed the signing of versatile Argentina international Valentin Barco from RC Strasbourg. The highly-rated midfielder arrives at Stamford Bridge as the latest addition to Xabi Alonso’s squad ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.

Manchester United forward Joshua Zirkzee has reportedly given the green light to join Juventus on loan as Michael Carrick’s squad reshuffle gathers significant pace. The Dutch international is keen on a return to Serie A, but the financially restricted Italian giants are also lining up two Chelsea alternatives should a deal fall through.

Chelsea have reportedly joined the race to sign highly-rated Atalanta centre-back Giorgio Scalvini as Xabi Alonso looks to reshape his backline at Stamford Bridge. The Blues have already initiated contact with the Italian's representatives to determine the financial requirements of a potential summer switch to west London.