Chelsea Transfer News Today: Yan Diomande bid ready as deal announced
Updated: 17 Jul 2026 15:44 BST |
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Chelsea are preparing a shock bid for RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande as they look to bolster their forward options ahead of next season.
That is according to a report from The Chelsea Chroniclewho claim that Xabi Alonso’s side are ready to test Leipzig’s resolve with an opening offer worth €100 million for the Ivory Coast international.
However, Leipzig have placed a €120m asking price on Diomande’s head and it’s understood that his preference is to join Paris Saint-Germain this summer. As a result, a move to Chelsea seems unlikely.
Kaiden Wilson joins Rochdale on loan
Chelsea academy defender Kaiden Wilson has officially joined Rochdale on loan following their promotion to League Two.
The 20-year-old, who made 25 appearances for Chelsea’s U21 side last season, said: “I’m happy to be here. It’s such a big club that I’m joining, and I can’t wait to play in front of the fans.
“I feel like at my age it’s the right time to take the next step in my career. I’m looking forward to meeting all the lads and buzzing to get going.”
Jarrod Bowen signs new West Ham contract
Chelsea target Jarrod Bowen has officially committed his future to West Ham United by signing a new contract despite their relegation to the Championship.
The England forward has been linked with a move to Chelsea on multiple occasions in recent months, however he has penned a new deal at West Ham and has confirmed his desire to lead their bid for an immediate promotion back to the Premier League.
The Athletic report that Bowen’s contract hasn’t been extended, but he will remain at the club next season.
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Liam Rosenior breaks silence on exit
Liam Rosenior has spoken about his Chelsea exit for the first time since his sacking after being appointed as the new Paris FC manager.
The Englishman lasted less than four months at Stamford Bridge after his appointment in January, but he has secured a quick return to management and is eager to learn from the challenges he experienced in west London.
“We joined the club in the middle of a season and at a difficult moment, and I learned many lessons,” Rosenior told reporters.
“There are things I definitely could have done better and things I could have taken more accountability for, but there were also positive aspects to what we did.”
He added: “I wish them all the best in the future. I think they have a fantastic manager in Xabi Alonso and I will be following their results.
“Those lessons I take from Chelsea will help me in this role and, hopefully, help this club become a very big club in world football as well.”
Mykhailo Mudryk hints at return
Mykhailo Mudryk has subtly hinted that he could be set to return to Chelsea at some point in the near future amid his ongoing suspension for a positive doping test.
The Ukraine forward was provisionally suspended by the Football Association in December 2024 after he tested positive for banned substance meldonium while on international duty in November, and he was subsequently handed a four-year ban earlier this year.
His absence has rarely been spoken about, however Mudryk has dropped a major hint that his ban could soon be lifted in his latest Instagram post.
The Chelsea forward, who has been extremely quiet on social media since his ban was announced, posted a video of him scoring into the top corner while training with an individual goalkeeper and he captioned the post: “Stay tuned…”
His girlfriend, model Jordyn Jones, responded by saying, “we’re ready” in the comments section, while Mudryk replied to a Chelsea fan with a message that read, “miss you too.”
Chris Atherton joins Ipswich
Ipswich Town have completed the permanent signing of Chelsea academy midfielder Chris Atherton.
The 17-year-old arrived at Stamford Bridge from Northern Irish Premiership side Glenavon last summer, where he made 32 senior appearances, but he has now left the club to join Ipswich.
Atherton said: “I’m delighted to be here and can’t wait to get started. I hope to offer a lot of creativity and attacking threat going forward and obviously working as hard as possible to get better every day.”
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