Alonso era starts with 'here we go' deal
Chelsea are ready to proceed with their first signing of the Xabi Alonso era. Fabrizio Romano has given it the 'here we go' seal, meaning this one is as good as done (4). Your summer rebuild is already moving.
City want Enzo as Rodri replacement
Manchester City are targeting Enzo Fernandez as their Rodri successor, with reports pointing to a €121 million valuation (2). Real Madrid are also lurking. That is big money, but losing your midfield engine to a direct title rival would sting.
Alonso could reshape the squad
Enzo Fernandez and Marc Cucurella are both named as players who could leave under Alonso (3). The new boss apparently wants to bring in a Real Madrid favourite, and that may mean moving on key names.
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United sniffing around Acheampong
Manchester United are interested in Josh Acheampong. The young defender has reportedly said yes to the move, though Chelsea view him as untouchable (1). Your academy product, their target.
Mbappe to Chelsea? Don't hold your breath
Kylian Mbappe has been tipped for a blockbuster Chelsea switch (5). It is a fun headline, but this one feels more like agent noise than anything real. Real Madrid remain the obvious destination.
Fan reactions
City fans over on Reddit are dissecting Pep Guardiola's exit in detail, including an emotional farewell lunch where staff were in tears and a video script written by Guardiola himself. Xabi Alonso was among the names considered as his replacement at the Etihad. And Chelsea, apparently, remain furious about the whole Maresca situation. Join the discussion here.
