Jorgensen wants out
Goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen has asked to leave Chelsea this summer, with Beşiktaş circling. The Dane wants regular football and doesn't see that happening at Stamford Bridge under the coming rebuild (1).
Leao available for £43m
Chelsea can sign Rafael Leao from AC Milan for just £43m this summer, a release clause figure that looks like a bargain for a player once described as "one of the best in the world" (2). Xabi Alonso's arrival could make this one to watch.
Real Madrid plot Enzo swap
Real Madrid are readying a swap offer for Enzo Fernandez. The Argentine midfielder is also a named target for Manchester City, so competition is heating up. Chelsea have a decision to make on a player who divides opinion (3).
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Multiple players pushing to leave
Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that several Chelsea players have asked to leave the club. With Alonso's rebuild looming, the summer exodus could be significant. Jorgensen looks like just the first name (4).
Alonso wants Arda Güler as 'dream' signing
Xabi Alonso has identified Real Madrid's Arda Güler as a dream transfer target. Alonso knows him well from their time together and wants him to be part of his Chelsea project. Turkish media call it a "crazy plan" (5) (6).
Chelsea approach Konate
Chelsea have made contact over Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate. Liverpool are already discussing potential replacements, suggesting this one has legs. Alonso is clearly targeting players who fit his system (8).
Three to watch at the World Cup
The World Cup kicks off today and Chelsea fans should keep an eye on three linked players during the tournament. The club's scouting network will be working overtime, summer business could hinge on World Cup performances (9).
Fan-reaktioner
Five years ago today, Chelsea beat Manchester City 1–0 to win the Champions League in Porto, and the anniversary has fans feeling nostalgic about where the club was versus where it sits now. The Enzo Fernandez situation is splitting opinion, with the club's social admin visibly trying to keep him and fans debating whether that's the right call. Trevoh Chalobah's end-of-season message is also getting love, a rare bit of warmth in an otherwise uncertain summer. Join the discussion
