Lavia injured again, misses Alonso's first friendly
Roméo Lavia felt something in his hamstring and sat out Tuesday's 6–4 win over Western Sydney Wanderers (1). Same old story for a player who can't stay fit. Alonso's first pre-season match and one of your most talented midfielders was already watching from the sidelines.
Joao Pedro hits a hat-trick, Alonso calls him 'very hungry'
Three goals in eight minutes. Joao Pedro ripped through Western Sydney Wanderers on Tuesday and looked like a man with a point to prove after his World Cup snub (3). Alonso's verdict: "very hungry" (3). The Brazilian put Chelsea 3–0 up almost by himself before the game eventually ended 6–4.
Satpayev opens his Chelsea account
Dastan Satpayev scored his first Chelsea goal in the same 6–4 friendly (10). No details on the finish itself, but it is a milestone worth noting for a youngster the club clearly rates.
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Chelsea ready new Alex Scott bid after £64m rejection
Bournemouth said no to £64 million. Chelsea are considering going back in with an improved offer for Alex Scott (2). The midfielder has been called "unbelievable" by Pep Guardiola and Manchester United are also watching (2). This one is not done.
Danny Welbeck deal close, Ferdinand tells him to go to United instead
Ben Jacobs reports Chelsea are close to a deal for Danny Welbeck after a breakthrough in talks with Brighton (6). Rio Ferdinand has other ideas. He went public urging Welbeck to reject Chelsea and return to Manchester United: "Ignore Chelsea and come back home. Champions League football next season in Manchester" (7). Unclear if Welbeck is listening.
Jörgensen nearing Strasbourg exit
Filip Jörgensen looks to be on his way out, with a move to Strasbourg close (5). That would leave Robert Sanchez and Mike Penders as your main goalkeeping options heading into the season.
Delap verdict, Guiu door open, Henderson and Tresoldi linked
Alonso has delivered a fresh verdict on Liam Delap amid Everton interest and David Moyes talks (8). Meanwhile, Chelsea are open to letting Marc Guiu leave, with Sunderland a possible loan destination (9). In the rumor mill: Jordan Henderson has been linked with a move (4), and Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi is another name on the radar (11).
