Chelsea have stepped up their bid to sign Crystal Palace defender Maxence Lacroix following his return from the FIFA World Cup. The France international is valued at £60m.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in the 2026 World Cup final courtesy of Ferran Torres’s extra-time strike, capping a dominant defensive tournament. The trophy presentation was marred by crowd boos directed at Donald Trump and Gianni Infantino.
Rafael Leão is willing to consider a move to Turkey for the right salary, though he still hopes for a Premier League transfer after Chelsea made initial enquiries.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has criticised the escalating transfer market after reports emerged that Chelsea have agreed a £117m deal for Aston Villa forward Morgan Rogers.
Rafael Leão would favour a transfer to Arsenal rather than Aston Villa despite the Midlands club emerging as a serious suitor, as Milan prepare to sell the winger for around €50 million.
Chelsea are set to sign Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for a British record fee of £117 million, with the England international due to undergo a medical on Monday.
Chelsea are considering selling Enzo Fernández this summer amid reported interest from Real Madrid, despite the midfielder’s standout performances for Argentina at the World Cup.
Pep Guardiola has ended speculation linking him to the Italy national team job, insisting he needs a break from management. Meanwhile, Como are preparing a third offer for Chelsea defender Trevoh Chalobah.
AS Roma are considering selling midfielder Manu Koné to ease financial pressure after receiving a €6m UEFA fine. Manchester United and Chelsea are monitoring the 25-year-old Frenchman.
Manchester United have signed midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea for £48m. The 22-year-old Brazil international becomes Michael Carrick’s first signing as the club moves to address its depleted midfield options.