Frank Lampard also hopes to reach a double-defending deal for Lewis Dunk of Brighton and John Stones of Man City, according to reports.
Clubs are also expected to talk about a new contract for Conor Gallagher.
Follow all the latest bridge updates below…
SCHICK HAPPENS
The switch from Chelsea to Kai Havertz could come close after Bayer Leverkusen has increased interest in a replacement.
Roma striker Patrik Schick is up to a war of movements between the Bundesliga club and RB Leipzig.
After spending the season on loan to the Champions League semi-finalists, the 24-year-old striker is wanted in a permanent exchange.
It has been set a value of 22.5 million pounds through Rome, according to Sky Sports Germany, and Leverkusen is also very interested.
Czech Schick scored 10 goals for Leipzig in 2019/20, leaving the bench in Tuesday’s 3-0 loss to Paris Saint-Germain.
If Leverkusen beat their German rivals by signing, he could make up for Havertz’s loss.
Chelsea is still determined to point to the 21-year-old star, but is believed to be looking to cut down its moving fee.
Reports in Germany recommend that a 72 million euro offer is on the table, but Bayer is determined to keep its value of 90 million euros.
GOAL NO1
Chelsea is a wonderful resolution for Manchester United’s out-of-progress, Sergio Romero, according to reports.
Frank Lampard a new No1 having lost confidence in Kepa Arrizabalaga.
And with 33-year-old Romero for a start at Old Trafford, this may be the best match.
SunSport has exclusively revealed how Romero sought to communicate with United’s bosses after Dean Henderson returned from his loan to Sheffield United.
It is very likely that Romero is now the talented striker of England and David De Gea in the United line.”
According to ESPN, its potential availability will most likely cause a lot of movement, with Leeds and Everton also in a position to make their move.
Despite being a key figure in United’s Europa League campaign, he was eliminated by De Gea in the semi-final 2–1 against Sevilla.
It is understood that the club will pay you around five million pounds after buying it loose from Sampdoria in July 2005.
SLAM DUNK
Chelsea have been connected to Brighton defenders Lewis Dunk and Ben White this summer.
SunSport first interested the Blues in the captain of the Seagulls, Dunk.
talkSPORT says Brighton is willing to stay with either player, and White is available after his major loan to championship-winning Leeds United.
BONY IDLE
Chelsea’s former target, Lautauro Martinez, could have been uncovered in the Potteries if Stoke had reached an ambitious deal in 2016… before ending with Wilfried Bony’s failure.
Former boss Mark Hughes looks to raise more names of stars to his team after a third consecutive position that finishes in ninth place.
Hughes sought to take Stoke to the wisest point and one of the wisest names on Martinez’s summer wish list.
The Argentine striker, who was 18 at the time, was impressive for Racing Club when headhunter Kevin Cruickshank traveled to South America to seek an agreement.
According to The Atheltic, Cruickshank met in Buenos Aires four times to meet with Martinez’s agents.
He even had conversations with the player, albeit in corrupted Spanish.
But Cruickshank nevertheless lost hope of Martinez’s touchdown when he learned of Atletico Madrid’s interest.
The 22-year-old finally signed up for Inter Milan in 2018 and has scored 30 goals in 83 games with San Siro.
END OF GALLA-GATE
Chelsea will have to talk about a new contract for Conor Gallagher before deciding whether to send the midfielder on loan, according to reports.
Currently registered until 2022, the youngster is interested in several Premier League clubs.
The Mail reports that Chelsea is promoting the 20-year-old, but would prefer a loan at this stage.
And contract negotiations are planned for the future before Gallagher’s long-term resolves.
Newly promoted Leeds is named After Newcastle, Crystal Palace and Aston Villa for keeping an eye on the midfield’s situation.
HAVE A LITTLE OF THAT.
Fabrizio Romano said the explanation for why Chelsea reached an agreement with Bayer Leverkusen star Kai Havertz is that the two clubs are still separated by 18 million pounds in their praise.
AMPLIFY THE PRESSURE
Ethan Ampadu hopes to impress Frank Lampard enough to be on Chelsea’s first team next season, reportedly.
And the 19-year-old needs to suspend the loan to enter the senior setup.
Ampadu spent the season with Bundesliga club RB Leipzig.
But it didn’t work out as expected for the flexible teenager, who only made seven appearances in all competitions with Julian Nagelsmann.
The city of Bristol connected in January, Fulham and Norwich expressed interest this summer.
But according to Goal, instead of looking for some other loan, Exeter’s former apprentice is determined to see if he can impress in the preseason to convince Lampard to accompany him in his plans, as he did with Billy. Gilmour.
AMATEUR BY DEAN
Exclusive through Daniel Cutts: Manchester United is in a position to step up the fight for goalkeeper No. 1 through nearly doubling Dean Henderson’s salary.
Henderson, 23, is about to sign a four-year mega contract at Old Trafford for 100,000 euros a week.
The England goalkeeper signed a new 60,000 euro deal a week last year and is a clear sign that Red Devils manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer needs him to take on David De Gea for the number one spot.
SunSport understands that there has been interest in Chelsea’s Henderson, but it has not been formalized.
KAI HARD
Chelsea Kai Havertz signed and sealed before the 90 million-pound star returns to Bayer Leverkusen training, reportedly.
The Bundesliga team starts their pre-season on 28 August and Les Bleus are lately the only team in a position to close a deal.
With Ardtz stepping forward next season, Frank Lampard’s team is in a position to offer you Champions League football and potentially respond to Bayer’s requests.
This contrasts with Bayern Munich and Real Madrid, according to Bild, without any European giants who cannot afford the 90 million pounds required this summer.
However, this scenario can replace at the end of the season.
It is noted that Bayern and Real, as well as Barcelona, would be very interested in an agreement next year, where Havertz could be significantly cheaper.
MONU-ASSEMBLY
Mason Mount marked the first anniversary of his first Blues purpose by saying it one day he would never forget.
The Chelsea star rose through the ranks of West London and scored his first senior goal a year ago today.
He came home opposite Leicester and a special moment for Mount.
He is a normal player under Frank Lampard playing more than 50 games.
– Mason Mount (masonmount_10) August 18, 2020
EXCLUSIVE SOLAR SPORT
The women of Chelsea and Man City will be making FIVE submarines in the Community Shield.
The rule will allow nine players to be named to the bench and will apply at the beginning of the Women’s Super League and championship next season.
Forums from both divisions passed the resolution on Tuesday after consultation with all 23 clubs.
SunSport understands that clubs were involved because of the exhaustion and injuries of players who have played since February.
HAVING THE BLUES
Inter Milan would line up a Chelsea double.
Antonio Conte to attack his former team by N’Golo Kante and Emerson Palmieri.
Kante can be eliminated through Frank Lampard to loosen the budget; Kai Havertz can get up for 90 million pounds.
And Palmieri is not desired at Stamford Bridge, as the club has not concealed its search for a new left-back.
FAB EFFORT
Former Chelsea Cesc Fábregas has taken over Twitter.
Opta’s statistics revealed that midfielder Fábregas was in an estimated position compared to existing players with the highest assists in the five most sensitive European leagues.
Only Lionel Messi is the striker of Fábregas, Cristiano Ronaldo’s 33-year-old striker in third place.
Former Arsenal Ace Fábregas a tweet: “Isn’t it wrong …?”
– Cesc Fabregas Soler (Cesc4official) 18 August 2020
BEING OFF
Chelsea’s target, David Alaba, could join a Premier League team in the next two weeks.
The Austrian defender rejected Bayern Munich’s initial offer to extend his contract.
And Sky Sports reports that it may be on the move until the end of August.
Both Manchester clubs are reportedly interested in the changed central defender.
YOU HAVE TO MOVE QUICKLY
Chelsea will fail in their quest for Kai Havertz.
Bild reports that Bayer Star Leverkuen probably targets the Opposing Blues for Real Madrid and Bayern Munich.
But it will charge 90 million pounds after the club turned down a “crown discount.”
Havertz would hire fellow German Timo Werner to move to Stamford Bridge before next season.
I’ll do it sometime.
Willian, a former Chelsea star, received a two-year contract through Manchester United before joining Arsenal.
The Blues had submitted the Brazilian with a two-year extension.
But the 32-year-old has chosen to leave him on the loose to sign for the Emirates on a three-year contract presented through Mikel Arteta.
ESPN Brazil reports that United is still interested only in a two-season package.
BAK AND FORTH
Tiemoue Bakayoko can return to AC Milan from Chelsea.
The midfielder returned to the Blues after a loan for Monaco earlier this year.
MilanNews reports recommend that non-public situations have been agreed with Milan for a summer move, but the value and type of agreement are still pending.
The clubs that will come for the 26-year-old, who spent the 2018–19 season on loan in Serie A, are also reported.
Lyon Champions League semi-finalists are interested and have contacted Chelsea and Bakayoko’s agent at Telefoot.
OFFER MADE
Young Chelsea Ike Ugbo has signed a new contract with Les Bleus and has agreed to sign for Belgian club Cercle Brugge on loan for 2020-2021.
The 21-year-old striker was on loan in the Dutch division last season.
He has scored thirteen goals in 28 games for Roda JC and will be on the Belgian team led by former Blues coach Paul Clement.
Ugbo’s contract runs until 2022 at Stamford Bridge and has been with the club since the age of nine.
ENJOY YOUR ENGINES
Chelsea optimist Trevoh Chalobah has signed a new contract at Stamford Bridge.
But the 21-year-old is on loan with an agreement to sign for FC Lorient for the upcoming season.
The midfielder-in-defense will spend the 2020-21 Ligue 1 later at Huddersfield last year.
He is the younger brother of former Chelsea ace Nathaniel Chalobah, who now plays for Watford.
COME ON, SON!
Chelsea is celebrating the first anniversary of Mason Mount’s first purpose for the club.
Boss Frank Lamapard trained Mount on in Derby County in 2018-19 before bringing him back to Stamford Bridge in his first season in command.
Mount scored his first high-level goal for the Blues as opposed to Leicester.
Mount was an integral member of Chelsea last season, with more than 50 games in which the West London team finished fourth in Safe Champions League football.
v Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) 18 August 2020
ROMANO EMPEROR
Roman Abramovich held a secret meeting with Luka Modric aboard his yacht while Chelsea tried to warn the Croatian.
Modric revealed the news in an excerpt from his autobiography in The Guardian.
And the secret appointment of 2011, while Modric was still in the Spurs, was kept secret.
The blues owner said: “We know you’re a gambler. I’d like you to give Chelsea a signal.
“Do you think Tottenham will make your transfer? Fight?
But Modric remembers telling him that the Spurs would fight and, of course, Daniel Levy blocked a move before letting him go to Real Madrid a year later.
Reorganize
Ethan Ampadu hopes to impress Frank Lampard enough to be on Chelsea’s first team next season, reportedly.
Blues’ boss likes what he saw from the Welshman.
And the 19-year-old needs to suspend the loan to enter the senior setup.
Ampadu spent the season with Bundesliga club RB Leipzig.
But it didn’t work out as expected for the flexible teenager, who can play in midfield or in defense.
An “frustrated” Ampadu made seven appearances in all competitions with Julian Nagelsmann.
HAVERTZ LAST
Kai Havertz told Bayer Leverkusen that he was looking for QUITTER, according to reports.
Several media outlets in Germany claim that the offensive midfielder has informed the Bundesliga club that he will leave.
Chelsea is stagnant as the two clubs compete for a proper fare.
According to Bild, the club is in a position for Chelsea to make an official written offer.
COME ON GONZ
Former Chelsea ledman Gonzalo Higuain opened the door to a season at MLS, his contract with Juventus expires in one year.
Higuaín, 32, remains a vital figure with Maurizio Sarri last season with 8 goals in 32 League games.
But he has accepted the arrival of Andrea Pirlo, who is in danger of the club moving in another direction and is in the process of plotting the next bankruptcy of his career.
Speaking to Fox Sports, he said, “Right now, I’m fine, I’m going to think.
“On the return to training, I still have one year of contract left in Italy.
“A lot of going on there (MLS), and that would be nice, yes. But now I’m here. Let’s see …”.
BAT FOR US
Crystal Palace is able to signal the signaling action of Michy Batshuayi if Leeds fails to do so.
The 26-year-old was on loan at Selhurst Park last season, scoring goals in 11 games.
And for the Evening Standard, the Eagles are interested in signing it full-time.
Belgian friend Christian Benteke is also on the books at Crystal Palace, however, the 29-year-old scored twice last season.
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