Chelsea have decided not to pursue a deal to sign Alexander Isak from Newcastle United this summer. Isak has submitted a transfer request to the Magpies

Chelsea are looking to make progress on a number of sales as they seek to push through deals for RB Leipzig attacking midfielder Xavi Simons and Ajax defender Jorrel Hato

Chelsea may have stumbled across the ideal opportunity to strike a player swap deal for one of their top targets, whilst also offloading a fringe player or two. The Blues are pushing to sign Ajax defender Jorrel Hato and negotiations are ongoing over a deal for the defender.