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Chelsea Transfer News LIVE: Osimhen THREAT, Ornstein Gallagher UPDATE, wonderkid HEARTBREAK
Cameron Smith
- Updated: 4 May 2024 11:13 BST
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Chelsea face an important summer in the transfer market as they look to bounce back from two poor domestic campaigns.
Although Todd Boehly has overseen a spend of more than €1 billion on new players since arriving at the club in 2022, there has been no success to show for it, with the Stamford Bridge outfit finishing 12th last season and on course for another disappointing finish this time around.
Mauricio Pochettino arrived at the club last summer with the hope of turning their fortunes around, but another mid-table finish is on the cards for the richly assembled squad – and supporters are not happy.
Pochettino may even be sacked before the 2024-25 campaign starts, with his future under threat after a 5-0 loss to London rivals Arsenal. However, a 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur has eased concerns over his future.
Chelsea continue to target a raft of promising young players, but with the squad currently not delivering on the field, might they turn their attentions to more established stars going forward?
Napoli striker Victor Osimhen headlines Chelsea’s summer transfer targets, but the Blues are also looking at alternatives, and many other deals could well be completed in a bid to get their squad into shape.
Our Chelsea transfer live blog brings you all the latest news surrounding the Blues, including exclusives from our own reporters as well as checking out what the other big names are saying (including the likes of Fabrizio Romano and David Ornstein).
There are expected to be many moves this summer with players coming and going, and the Stamford Bridge rumour mill is already in full swing.
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Why Chelsea want a Nicolas Jackson repeat for Willian Estevao
Napoli target Osimhen replacement
Napoli are interested in signing Atletico Madrid forward Samu Omorodion this summer, according to Sky Italia.
Victor Osimhen is expected to leave the Serie A club amid interest from Chelsea and Omorodion, who is currently on loan at Alaves, has been targeted as a possible replacement.
Palmer wins Premier League Young Player of the Year
Pochettino backs Reece James
Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has backed Reece James to succeed next season, despite his injury troubles and his recent red card against Brighton & Hove Albion.
Ahead of the Blues' clash against Bournemouth, he told the media: "It was a really difficult season, but we need to help him move on and accept the punishment (suspension).
“The most important thing is we back him. We trust him. He needs to be ready for pre-season to start to train and build his fitness.
“The talent is there. Next season, he’s going to be for sure one of the best players again in the Premier League."
Bent: 'Martinez would be a great signing for Chelsea'
I think they’ve [Chelsea] been linked with Emi Martinez as well. Now that’s the one [to go for]. Obviously I can’t see him leaving Villa.
Darren Bent on TalkSPORT.
Estevao agreement reached
Chelsea have reportedly reached an agreement to sign Palmeiras wonderkid Estevao, according to HITC.
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Chelsea eye Summerville
Chelsea have entered the race to sign Leeds standout Crysencio Summerville, according to the Daily Mail.
Man Utd reignite Cucurella interest
Man Utd have reignited their interest in Chelsea left-back Marc Cucurella after failing to land him in the summer, according to TEAMtalk.
Strasbourg star slams BlueCo.
No Man Utd interest in ex-Chelsea boss
Manchester United have not held talks with Bayern Munich head coach Thomas Tuchel in the wake of the announcement that he is leaving the Bundesliga club this summer.
The United Stand reports that it seems like Tuchel's team are trying to drum up interest in the former Chelsea manager.
Pochettino: We need time
Mauricio Pochettino says time will be a key ingredient to Chelsea's long-term success.
Speaking to the media, he said: "We talked about patience and when you need to build something, you need time, but it always looks like an excuse at a big club. We kept working and being positive to finish in a good way for the club.
"This is not my team. This is Chelsea's team. You know my style after 15 years working, how we want to play, in possession... It's not important what I'm going to say. After you are going to twist things."
Pochettino gets assurances over future
Mauricio Pochettino has been told that he still has the confidence of "prominent" figures at Chelsea prior to an end-of-season review into his performance, The Guardian reports.
Chelsea eye Ugarte
Chelsea are interested in PSG midfielder Manuel Ugarte, according to TBR Football.
The French giants beat the Blues to his signature last summer but could offload him after just a year.
Gallagher snubs Newcastle
Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher is not keen on a move to Newcastle, according to Football Insider.
Arsenal in 'advanced talks' with Sesko
Arsenal are in 'advanced talks' with RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko, according to CaughtOffside.
The 20-year-old is also a target for Chelsea.
