Lacroix latest, Neto wanted by Premier League rivals, and more
Chelsea continue to be the most active club in the summer transfer window.
The Blues are working on multiple deals simultaneously, both incomings and outgoings.
It’s hard keeping track, so Pride of London has done the heavy lifting and rounded up the latest on every potential deal.
Maxence Lacroix deal just a matter of time
After weeks of negotiating with Crystal Palace, Chelsea are closing in on a deal worth £52 million to sign Maxence Lacroix.
The French defender has been a top target for Xabi Alonso and has already agreed personal terms.
Talks between both clubs are now at an advanced stage with an official announcement expected before the start of next week.
Aston Villa unveil Alejandro Garnacho
Aston Villa have officially unveiled Alejandro Garnacho as their latest signing.
The 22-year-old has joined the Villains on a season long loan with an obligation to buy subject to ‘easily achievable’ targets that would see the Blues recoup their full £43 million asking price.
Unai Emery makes trio of enquiries
In addition to his recent capture of Garnacho, Unai Emery has enquired about the possibility of signing Nicolas Jackson, Axel Disasi and Beniot Badiashile.
All three players are all available for transfer this summer but it remains to be seen if Villa will press ahead with signing any, or all, of the trio.
Pedro Neto up for sale
There are only a handful of players Chelsea consider ‘untouchable’ this summer, and Pedro Neto is not one of them.
The Portuguese winger has emerged as an option for Liverpool as the side look to fill th void left by Mo Salah.
The Reds would need to invest a significant sum if they choose to sign Neto, though.
Chelsea consider the former Wolves forward to be worth more than Garnacho, but are willing to listen to offers nonetheless.
Alex Scott pursuit could lead to Enzo Fernandez exit
The Blues saw an opening £64 million offer for Alex Scott rejected by Bournemouth earlier this week.
We wait to see if BlueCo will return with an improved offer, but if an agreement can be reached, fans suspect it will lead to Enzo Fernandez leaving Stamford Bridge.
Manchester United favourites to sign Manu Kone
Roma are prepared to sell Manu Kone for the right price.
The Serie A side have an ‘agreement in principle’ with Manchester United to let the France international move to Old Trafford for £43 million.
Chelsea remain interested in the midfielder but are aware a formal approach could drive Roma’s asking price up with the Italians hoping to ignite a bidding war.
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