Emiliano Martinez (Aston Villa)
August 2025
Emmanuel Petit has urged Chelsea to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, who is also a target for Manchester United. Villa previously rejected a loan offer from United. Martinez, valued at around £40m, could leave this summer. Petit believes he would be a great fit at Chelsea, praising his leadership, experience, and ability to inspire, despite prior controversies.
Carney Chukwuemeka (Chelsea)
August 2025
Borussia Dortmund are negotiating with Chelsea over the permanent signing of Carney Chukwuemeka, following the midfielder’s loan spell in Germany last season.
The 21-year-old still has three years left on his Chelsea contract but is expected to move on permanently. Dortmund are keen to keep the player after a promising loan campaign.
Marc Guiu (Chelsea > Sunderland)
July 2025
Marc Guiu’s loan move from Chelsea to Sunderland remains on track despite his flight being delayed. The 19-year-old is still expected to finalize his season-long switch soon.
Guiu’s medical was scheduled for Monday but is yet to be confirmed. Both clubs have agreed on the deal, with Sunderland set to add the former Barcelona striker as their ninth summer signing.
Jorrel Hato (Ajax > Chelsea)
July 2025
Chelsea have completed the signing of 19-year-old defender Jorrel Hato from Ajax in a deal worth £38.5m. He has signed a seven-year contract and becomes Chelsea’s eighth summer signing.
The Netherlands international joins to bolster Enzo Maresca’s youthful squad and provide cover at left-back. Ajax had hoped to keep him another year, but Hato pushed for the move to take the next step in his career.
Armando Broja (Chelsea)
July 2025
Burnley have reached a deal with Chelsea for the permanent signing of Armando Broja, with the Albanian striker set to undergo a medical before completing the move. Broja, 22, has struggled with major injuries and failed to impress during loan spells at Fulham and Everton. After a promising stint at Southampton, Burnley will offer him a fresh start in the Premier League.
Xavi Simons (RB Leipzig)
July 2025
Xavi Simons has removed RB Leipzig from his Instagram bio, further hinting at an expected move to Chelsea this summer. Talks with the London club have intensified in recent days. The 22-year-old previously expressed his desire to leave Leipzig before the end of last season. With Chelsea now showing concrete interest and Leipzig eyeing replacements, Simons’ social media move adds weight to the transfer speculation.
Marc Guiu (Chelsea)
July 2025
Sunderland have reached an agreement with Chelsea to sign 19-year-old striker Marc Guiu on a season-long loan. The former Barcelona prospect is set for a medical after talks progressed this morning.
Guiu will become Sunderland’s ninth signing of the summer, with the club keen to add youth depth in attack. The loan is expected to be finalised in the coming days following his arrival on Wearside.
Jorrel Hato (Ajax)
July 2025
Chelsea are close to reaching an agreement with Ajax for 19-year-old centre-back Jorrel Hato, following a breakthrough in negotiations. The deal aligns with Chelsea’s youth-focused, incentivised contract strategy. Hato has pushed for the move and asked to skip Como Cup matches despite traveling. Chelsea value his versatility, with plans to use him as backup at left-back after Marc Cucurella’s heavy season for club and country.
Joao Felix (Chelsea > Al Nassr)
July 2025
Joao Felix has completed a move to Al Nassr for £43.7m, with the deal including £26.2m upfront and £17.5m in add-ons. This sale boosts Chelsea’s summer transfer funds significantly.
The funds from Felix’s exit will help Chelsea push for RB Leipzig’s Xavi Simons. Felix had rejoined Chelsea permanently last summer and made 20 appearances last season, scoring seven goals.
Jorrel Hato (Ajax)
July 2025
Ajax defender Jorrel Hato requested not to play in the Como Cup final amid Chelsea interest. The 19-year-old wants to avoid injury risk with a potential move to the Premier League club under serious negotiation.
Chelsea and Ajax remain apart on valuation. The Blues bid around £35m, while Ajax hold out for £52m. Talks are ongoing. Hato’s decision to sit out the match signals intent to push for the move. He’s considered one of Europe’s top young defensive prospects.
