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Chelsea Still Eyeing Winger Signing Despite Mudryk Case

Mykhailo Mudryk (Chelsea)
June 2025

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca confirmed the club’s plan to sign a new winger this summer remains unchanged, despite Mudryk’s potential four-year ban following a positive doping test for the banned substance meldonium.
Mudryk, suspended since November, recently had his ‘B’ sample also test positive. Maresca emphasized the team had already played most of last season without him and needs proper wingers regardless, having also bid for Jamie Gittens.

Dortmund Name Gittens in Squad Amid Chelsea Talks

Jamie Gittens (Borussia Dortmund)
June 2025

Gittens has been registered in Dortmund’s Club World Cup squad despite Chelsea’s £42m bid, which Dortmund have yet to accept, valuing him at £55m.
With Gittens listed for Dortmund, FIFA rules mean he cannot feature for Chelsea in the tournament, delaying any potential debut until after the competition.

Ekitike’s €100m Price Tag Stalls Liverpool, Chelsea Chase

Hugo Ekitike (Eintracht Frankfurt)
June 2025

Frankfurt want €100m for Ekitike, with no agreement reached yet with Chelsea or Liverpool. Chelsea won’t get him for Club World Cup.
Chelsea are unwilling to meet Frankfurt’s full price, and Liverpool’s pursuit depends on offloading Chiesa, Núñez, or Jota first before making a move.

Chelsea Drop Maignan Pursuit Over Fee Dispute

Mike Maignan (AC Milan)
June 2025

Chelsea have pulled out of signing Maignan after failing to meet AC Milan’s €30m asking price, ending hopes of registering him before the Club World Cup.
Chelsea offered €18m but refused to pay what they called a “deadline tax” to secure the 29-year-old by Tuesday’s cutoff, halting negotiations entirely.

Chelsea Push for Maignan Deal Before Deadline

Mike Maignan (AC Milan)
Before 7pm deadline, June 2025

Chelsea may pull out of signing AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan if no deal is struck by tomorrow’s 7pm deadline, despite strong interest from the player.
Maignan is pushing for the move and personal terms are not an issue, but the deal is at risk due to delays in agreeing on a transfer fee. Milan want more, while Chelsea are racing against time amid Kepa’s potential exit to Arsenal.

Chelsea Sign Teenage Defender Mamadou Sarr Until 2033

Mamadou Sarr (Strasbourg > Chelsea)
June 2025

Chelsea have confirmed the signing of 19-year-old defender Mamadou Sarr from Strasbourg on a long-term deal running until 2033. The France U20 international made 28 appearances last season.
Sarr played a vital role in helping Strasbourg secure European qualification, catching Chelsea’s attention. The London club finalized the deal swiftly as part of their youth-focused long-term squad development.

Chelsea Push to Sign Dortmund’s Jamie Gittens Before Deadline

Jamie Gittens (Borussia Dortmund)
Before Tuesday’s Club World Cup deadline

Chelsea have agreed personal terms with Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens on a seven-year deal but haven’t finalized a fee. Dortmund rejected Chelsea’s €35m bid and demand €50–60m for the England youth international.
The Blues are racing to finalize the deal before the Club World Cup registration window closes. Dortmund value the 20-year-old highly, while Chelsea hope to negotiate down the fee after personal terms were settled.

Arsenal Closing in on £5m Deal for Kepa

Kepa Arrizabalaga (Bournemouth)
Ongoing, expected to finalize soon

Arsenal are progressing toward signing Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea by triggering his £5m release clause. He is expected to compete with David Raya for the No. 1 role.
Kepa impressed Arsenal with his commitment and desire to earn a place. He spent last season on loan at Bournemouth; Neto has since returned, freeing the spot

Delap Bids Farewell to Ipswich After Chelsea Move

Liam Delap (Ipswich Town > Chelsea)
June 4, 2025

Liam Delap has completed a £30m move to Chelsea after scoring 12 goals in 37 Premier League games for Ipswich.
The 22-year-old signed a six-year deal and thanked Ipswich fans, teammates, and staff on Instagram, saying he’ll “never forget” his time at the club.

Sancho Faces Saudi Interest After Chelsea Exit

Jadon Sancho (Chelsea)
June 2025

Sancho will leave Chelsea after his loan expires this month. The 25-year-old will return to Manchester United but is not part of their plans, with Saudi clubs Al Hilal, Al Ittihad and Al Nassr showing interest.
Chelsea triggered a £5m penalty clause to back out of a £25m obligation to buy Sancho permanently. With no future at United, the winger is weighing offers, though he reportedly prefers to remain in Europe for now.

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