Meanwhile, Bayer Leverkusen proved that Kai Havertz sought to leave the club, but would not give in to the sale price.
Follow all the latest bridge updates below…
DEC-XCELLENT
Chelsea celebrates 12 years since Deco’s Blues debut with a video of their strike.
A dream @Deco20oficial debut! ☄️#OnThisDay in 2008… pic.twitter.com/mvVf7arF4r
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 17, 2020
BLUE STONES
Chelsea remain interested in signing Manchester City’s central defender, John Stones, according to reports.
Stones has strayed out of his way with Pep Guardiola, and may be about to leave the Etihad this summer.
And the Daily Mirror claims Chelsea could make a move for him and Lewis Dunk of Brighton.
Western Londoners have been heavily connected with a million-pound movement for the Star Man of the Seagulls.
Stones, who has played more than 130 times for Manchester City, have two years left to sign his current contract with the club.
Amplified
Chelsea would probably already have her own Declan Rice, according to Goal.
Ethan Ampadu is an equally flexible defensive midfielder.
And Frank Lampard would be a fan of the 19-year-old.
The Welshman was on loan at RB Leipzig last season, but will likely remain at Stamford Bridge to fight for his position next season.
Ampadu’s presence can cause Chelsea to divert their attention from the West Ham Ace movement.
Cook
The outcast of Chelsea Tiemoue Bakayoko is searched through other Premier League clubs, according to reports.
The Blues midfielder is ahead of returning to AC Milan, where he was on loan in 2018-19 and the Serie A team is also ahead of meeting.
But Sky Italia says there are groups in England’s elite that need to beat the midfielder 30 million pounds.
OR THERE’S A WIL
Chelsea publishes photographs of William Gallas’ flagship film as they celebrate their birthday.
That @WGallas13 hit! ? pic.twitter.com/Dbm3sRWS1b
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) August 17, 2020
Go?!
Wilfried Zaha is reportedly about to trigger a triple this summer ahead of his scheduled departure from Crystal Palace.
Sky Sports claims that Paris Saint-Germain, Borussia Dortmund and Monaco have all expressed therm in Ivorian.
Arsenal and Everton tried to point out the 27-year-old last summer, but were out of a movement with Palace not easy at 80 million pounds.
Chelsea has also been in a close-of-the-box with Zaha, the talks have relaxed significantly since the Blues signed Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner, while also targeting Kai Havertz.
The former Manchester United winger also downplayed an Instagram video of him appearing a massive ‘Zaha al Arsenal’ sign at a nightclub.
However, you must still leave Selhurst Park and Palace is willing to let it go for the right price.
THE SKAI IS THE LIMIT
Bayer Leverkusen has told Chelsea that it will change its rating of Kai Havertz, according to reports.
The striker needs to leave this summer and would be the wisest guy on Frank Lampard’s offensive wish list.
But the Bundesliga firmly maintains its value of 90 million pounds, according to the Standard.
Chelsea bosses were hoping that their 90 million pound rating would fall after Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro revealed that Havertz had asked for a move.
He said: “It was transparent that we will have discussions once the Europa League season is over.
“Kai has expressed his preference to take the next step. At the moment, I say whether it will work in the short or long term or not.”
HAPPY WILLY BIRTHDAY!
Chelsea wanted former Blues and Arsenal defender William Gallas to have a satisfied birthday.
The Frenchman turns 43 but the Gunner did not recognize his birthday on his Twitter.
– Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) 17 August 2020
DON’T GO BACK TO BLUEK
Armando Broja and Ike Ugbo of Chelsea are reportedly on loan.
Broja heads to Vitesse Arnhem while Ugbo heads to the Circle of Witches, according to the Guardian.
MORE CHILDREN
Former Chelsea star Alvaro Morata, photographed sunbathing with his pregnant wife.
Atletico Madrid striker Morata and his wife Alice Campello were holding hands on the beach in Marbella.
AMP WILL LIGHT UP
Ethan Ampadu is in a position to turn down several assignments and fight for his spot at Chelsea next season.
The Welsh teenager spent that time on loan at RB Leipzig, where a mixture of injuries and shame limited his time.
But according to Goal, he will refuse any loan offered to fight for his position at Stamford Bridge next season.
Exter’s former midfielder has inspired Ryan Giggs’ Dragons over the more than two seasons, but only wants a number of games in club football.
Ampadu played seven games for RB as they headed to the Champions League semi-finals, adding the first leg of his tottenham demolition in the 16th circular.
MORE ABOUT MIKEL
John Obi Mikel photographed arriving in Stoke for his medical examination on Monday.
The 33-year-old former Chelsea midfielder is expected to register with the Potters for a loose move after leaving Trabzonspor this year.
And a photo of former Nigerian alien circling social media as he headed to Clayton Wood Club’s educational field.
You must sign a one-year contract with the league club.
Stoke’s enthusiasts were excited about the imminent arrival.
One of them said, “John Obi Mikel is a very cunning guy in my humble opinion.”
Another wrote: “Iconic when John Obi Mikel signs.”
SOFT LANDING
Pedro endured a quieter adventure on earth than in the ultimate FA Cup defeat to Arsenal.
The Spaniard underwent his shoulder after a nasty bump at Wembley on August 1.
He has now arrived in Rome to complete his transfer to AS Roma, and the Italian media have shared images of his arrival there.
– Marco Juric (@MarcoJuric) 17 August 2020
SEE PEDRO
Peter landed in Rome to complete his with AS Roma on a three-year contract.
– Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) 17 August 2020
TAKE THE MIK
Former Chelsea star and 2012 Champions League winner Jon-Obi Mikel arrived on the Stoke court before a possible move to the Potters.
– lee dzierzkowski (in Lee180cosky) August 17, 2020
HAK-ED OFF
New Chelsea star Hakim Ziyech sought to move to Rome before sealing his transfer at Stamford Bridge, has been revealed.
His Moroccan teammate Medhi Benatia claimed that les Bleus’ arrival would have “run” to the Italian capital when a move was discussed in 2019.
The former rome defender, now at Al-Duhail, told La Gazzetta dello Sport: “I had tried to bring him to Rome, and he would have raced to sign for this club.
“I spoke to Francesco Totti and Edin Dzeko, telling them that this is the guy they want.
“As a director, Francesco did his best to close the deal, but Pallotta said it would be ‘excessive spending’ and that nothing ever came out of that.’
KAI’S CONCLUSION
Chelsea is directly on Kai Havertz’s agreement, he reports.
Goal reporter Kevin Palmer tweeted: “Chelsea is in the ‘final phase’ of negotiations on a deal by Kai Havertz.
“Discussions on the design of performance-related payments.
“It turns out to be an agreement about to be reached.”
It turns out to be an agreement on the way to a conclusion #CFC pic.twitter.com/HoTQ8B5F4m
– Kevin Palmer (@RealKevinPalmer) August 17, 2020
FUGA CIEGA
The Premier League opening day matches appear to have been revealed, with Manchester United vs Arsenal on the agenda.
The 2020-21 Fantasy Premier League crusade was presented on Saturday, giving enthusiasts the opportunity to build their groups in a pleasant and early way.
But some eagle-eyed enthusiasts have detected an obvious error: the next conflicting parts of the players are listed.
The Liverpool champions would get things back on track with a London Stadium to take on West Ham.
Chelsea can beat Southampton at Stamford Bridge, while Leeds faces Newcastle on Elland Road in their first Premier League outing in 16 years.
Think
Chelsea’s resolution for Kai Havertz is at risk because Bayer Leverkusen refuses to give the Blues a chance about the coronavirus.
Rudi Voller warned Les Bleus last week that millions of pounds are expected to be raised by the German striker.
But lately they’re hesitation about the rates, as they’ve paid a lot for Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech.
Sky Sports described the negotiations as “pending” while Marina Granovskaia what to do next.
FIRST IB
Chelsea hope to complete the signing of 15-year-old prodigy Paul Ibahadon.
While Blues boss Frank Lampard is determined to give teenagers a chance at the club, the young central defender does the trick.
And I probably wouldn’t charge a penny on moving fees, as lately he’s a loose agent.
The Birmingham Mail reports that Ibahadon due to the signal for Aston Villa before this season, but that failed.
All Nigerian football claims that alien authorization disorders have prevented it ever since.
But now Chelsea is about to show her hand and would have invited him to the academy for a test.
CHELSEA FANS GOOD MORNING
Lukas Podolski does not know if Kai Havertz will be able to take charge of the difficulties of the game in the Premier League.
The former Arsenal forward praised the Blues striker who scored 28 Bundesliga with Bayern Leverkusen.
However, Podolski, 35, believes he lacks “strength and power” in his game.
Chelsea is reportedly expecting an initial 18 million pound player for Tiemoue Bakayoko.
Italian media say the club needs suitors to post all their value by asking if they want to point to Stamford Bridge’s out parity.
AC Milan is said to be the clubs interested in the 26-year-old.
Meanwhile, Blue fans flooded social media with messages calling for the purchase of Real Madrid player Sergio Reguilón.
The 23-year-old made a stand for his loan club, Sevilla, in the Europa League semi-final 2–1 over Manchester United.
However, the player would have a precept contract in position with Serie A Napoli.
Callum Hudson-Odoi and Ethan Ampadu were shortlisted for the 2020 Golden Boy Awards.
Chelsea’s stars were the rising stars of the Premier League on the 60-player roster.
Other indexed talents come with England abroad Jadon Sancho.
BATTLE OF BAKA BID
Chelsea is reportedly expecting an initial of 18 million pounds for Tiemoue Bakayoko.
Milan News says the Blues need suitors to expect to tell the 26-year-old to pay the value in advance.
AC Milan would be the clubs interested in the paria of Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea signed the Frenchman for a million pounds from Monaco in 2017.
However, he fell in frank Lampard’s order after spending two seasons on loan.
FANS DE BLUES SERG
Chelsea enthusiasts flooded social media tonight with calls for Sevilla to ced Sergio Reguilón.
The player, who is on loan to TheLiga from Real Madrid, provided a lovely hand for Sevilla’s draw against Man United in the Europa League semi-finals.
And some Blues enthusiasts shared messages on social media asking them to signal the 23-year-old.
HUDSON-ODOI GOLDEN BOY
Callum Hudson-Odoi and Ethan Ampadu have been added to the 2020 Golden Boy Award-nominated youth soccer star list.
A short list of 60 players with 14 Premier League stars included as dortmund jadon Sancho’ winger, 20.
Last week, 19-year-old Hudson-Odoi enthusiasts took part in a championship game Sunday in Croydon, south London, as part of a criminal event against the Black Lives Matter knife.
He has played 22 Premier League games with Chelsea this season.
NAPOLI SERG FORWARD
Napoli would have beaten Chelsea in the race to signal real Madrid left-back Sergio Reguilón.
The Blues have been heavily connected to a blow for the defender that would be a less expensive option for their other goal, Leicester City’s Ben Chilwell.
Calciomercato says Serie A is leading the way to the Spanish international.
The 23-year-old, who has enjoyed a successful transfer at Sevilla, still has 3 years left of his current contract with Real Madrid.
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