CHELSEA are in advanced talks to re-sign Man City's Nathan Ake.
The Blues sold the Dutch centre-back to Bournemouth back in 2017 for a £17m fee.
Matthijs de Ligt had been thought to be Chelsea's top defensive target, but new owner Todd Boehly appears to have plumped for £45m Ake rather than the Juventus star, who is priced at £75m.
Meanwhile Chelsea have AGREED personal terms with Raheem Sterling, according to reports.
And SunSport can exclusively reveal that new owner Todd Boehly is a huge fan of Cristiano Ronaldo.
It is reported that the American will test the water with a £14m bid for the Portuguese superstar who is keen on leaving Man Utd.
Elsewhere, Chelsea are ready to enter the race for Barcelona full-back Sergino Dest, according to reports from Spain.
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- Etienne Fermie
Drinkwater on Sarri clash
Danny Drinkwater has described his deadline day disagreement with former Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri.
He told Sky Sports News: "It got to the last hour of the transfer window and [I] got pulled into the office, not expected at all.
"Don't think you're going to be in our plans'. This is Sarri, being translated by Gianfranco. And I was like 'what?'
"Sarri and I got on like a house on fire off the pitch. On the pitch, we were like chalk and cheese. I was like – 'why are you telling me now? An hour before the window closes? I need time'. He replied, 'No, no, we've got clubs abroad you can look at…'
"My reaction was – 'No, I've got my young son. He is my priority'. So I decided to stay until January."
- Etienne Fermie
Danny Drinkwater on Chelsea exit
Former Blue has opened up on his time at Stamford Bridge in an interview with Sky Sports News.
Opening up on his exit, he said: "I'm relieved, because it's clear it wasn't a situation that was good for me or the club.
"I'm angry because of how it's gone and how I was treated – not bitter though, what ifs. It was a long time coming."
- Etienne Fermie
Chelsea looking to re-sign defender
The Blues are reportedly in advanced discussions with Manchester City over a deal for Nathan Ake.
The defender could become the second player to swap City for Stamford Bridge with Raheem Sterling on the verge of being announced as a Blues player.
Talks between Chelsea and City regarding Ake, 27, have stepped up in recent days, according to The Times.
It's claimed a fee is yet to be agreed but serious discussions between the clubs have been held with Thomas Tuchel keen on the centre-back.
The Blues are reported to have spoken to Ake and his representatives about personal terms and the defender is open to returning to Stamford Bridge.
City though won't sell on the cheap after Newcastle were quoted £50m earlier this summer.
- Etienne Fermie
Chelsea new boy's glittering record
The Blues are set to complete a £45million deal for Manchester City ace Raheem Sterling.
City are letting the winger leave this summer following the arrivals of Erling Haaland and Julian Alvarez.
He will be a big loss, however, with only Lionel Messi having made more goal contributions for Pep Guardiola.
- Etienne Fermie
Chelsea owner lands in Barcelona
Todd Boehly has landed in Barcelona as he prepares to try and hijack Man Utd's bid to sign Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong, according to reports.
The Red Devils appeared to be closing in on a move for the Dutchman after weeks of speculation.
But now a video on social media has emerged of Boehly in Barcelona amid reports Chelsea are ready to swoop in.
And according to The Mirror, he is there to try and steal away the man who is thought to be worth around £56million.
Boehly headed into a restaurant for a meeting in the Spanish city, with Barca president Joan Laporta spotted going into the same establishment along with club chiefs Jordi Cruyff and Mateu Aleman.
When asked by a journalist from Cope why he was in Barca, Boehly smiled and replied: "We're here for a meal."
- Etienne Fermie
Raphinha chasing 'urgent' solution
Leeds boss Jesse Marsch has admitted star man Raphinha may not join the team on pre-season tour with Chelsea leading the race for his signature.
He said: “My guess is, I don't know. We just have to wait and see what happens in the next couple of days.
“There's urgency from his end, I think, to come up with a solution. We have to in the next couple of days see how things stand and see how we go.
“It hasn't been an easy time for him this summer. Things have come and gone and there have been a lot of little discussions. Right now he's our player.
“He showed up today and trained with everybody, he had such a good attitude. We had a very open and honest conversation about while he's here he's part of us, and then we'll see what happens.
"It's still a long way to go in the transfer window. I know he has hopes and dreams. I know he loves this team and this club and he loves being here. We'll see how things progress day by day.”
- Alex Cole
Good morning, Chelsea fans
Chelsea are lining up a transfer bid for Cristiano Ronaldo, reports claim.
Thomas Tuchel’s side will present United with a £14m bid for the 37-year-old.
Chelsea want to extend the contract of defender Reece James.
i news report that talks are expected to take place “within the next few weeks” between club and player reps.
The 22-year-old’s current deal runs until 2025.
James earns around £80k-a-week and the England international would be expected to receive a boost to this.
Chelsea owners have arrived in Barcelona, as reported by Gerard Romero.
It is possible that talks between the two clubs could represent negotiations for Cesar Azpilicueta and/or Marcos Alonso.
Blues boss Tuchel is also reportedly “pushing” for his side to make a bid for Paris Saint-Germain defender Presnel Kimpembe.
The German managed Kimpembe at PSG for two-and-a-half years prior to his December 2020 dismissal.
He is now claimed to be keen on a reunion in West London as he plots to reshape his defence.
- Alex Cole
Lukaku winds up Blues fans
Chelsea fans are NOT happy after Romelu Lukaku shared a cryptic social media post that referenced how easy it is to “cut ties”, writes Giacomo Pisa.
The 29-year-old has been shipped back to Inter on loan just a season after he joined Chelsea from the Italians for £97.5million.
He shared an Instagram post to his 8.8m followers that has had Blues fans all saying the same thing.
Posting a picture of himself looking at his phone, Lukaku wrote: “I’ma probably show you I’m solid first and if the energy ain’t right.
“I’ma show you how easy it is to cut ties, no more tries. Gone…”
- Alex Cole
Man United face De Jong challenge
Man United’s pursuit of Frenkie de Jong is being railroaded by Chelsea, reports claim.
The Blues want to sign De Jong, along with his Netherlands counterpart Matthijs de Ligt, according to Absolute Chelsea.
The attempted coup is a bitter blow to United who are desperate trying to land De Jong.
United are still aggressively pursuing De Jong despite the player and Barcelona declaring he’s staying put.
- Alex Cole
Sterling isn’t enough, says Hasselbaink
Chelsea need to sign a striker to compliment Raheem Sterling next season.
That’s the view of Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, who thinks Sterling is a great player, but lacks attacking prowess.
Hasselbaink told Sky Sports: “They need a goalscorer. Sterling’s a great player, a very good player but he’s not an out-and-out No.9.
“So I think if you’re going to get Sterling you still need a goalscorer with him.”
- Alex Cole
Chelsea get transfer boost
Chelsea have received a huge boost from Leeds in their transfer pursuit of Raphinha.
The Blues have been trying to complete Raphinha’s signing over the past few weeks.
And Leeds have opened the door for his exit by bringing in a replacement in the form of Feyenoord star Luis Sinisterra.
Sinisterra arrived at Elland Road today on a five-year-deal.
- Alex Cole
Chelsea ‘get Koulibaly transfer boost’
Chelsea have been given a major boost in their transfer pursuit of Napoli star Kalidou Koulibaly.
Koulibaly’s contract with Napoli expires next summer, and he’s yet to sign a new deal.
And he doesn’t want to stay in Italy if he leaves the Serie A side, according to Gianluci Di Marzio.
The Blues have already offered the defender a £8.5m yearly contract.
However, Barcelona are also tracking Koulibaly who Napoli are demanding £34m to let go.
- Alex Cole
Chelsea reps in reported Barcelona talks
Chelsea owners have arrived in Barcelona, as reported by Gerard Romero.
It is possible that talks between the two clubs could represent negotiations for Cesar Azpilicueta and/or Marcos Alonso.
- Alex Cole
ICYMI – Chelsea in talks with James for new deal
Chelsea want to extend the contract of defender Reece James.
i news report that talks are expected to take place “within the next few weeks” between club and player reps.
The 22-year-old’s current deal runs until 2025.
James earns around £80k-a-week and the England international would be expected to receive a boost to this.
- Alex Cole
Ronaldo won’t go to Chelsea, says McManaman
Former Liverpool midfielder and now BT pundit Steve McManaman insists Manchester United’s Ronaldo will not move to a league rival.
The 37-year-old superstar has been linked with a sensational move away from Old Trafford after just one season back at the Red Devils.
And McManaman reckons a switch to Chelsea – or any other Prem team – is not on the cards.
The former Liverpool star told Horseracing.net: “I’d be amazed if he went to Chelsea. Amazed.
“I can’t see him going to another English team. I just cannot see it happening.”
- Alex Cole
Sterling and Jesus compared
Man City lost two stars to London clubs Chelsea and Arsenal this summer.
Raheem Sterling’s set to join the Blues today, while his former City pal Jesus went to Arsenal.
SunSport take a deeper look at who has been more prolific for City over the years out of the pair.
- Alex Cole
Tuchel 'pushing' for Kimpembe
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel is reportedly "pushing" for his side to make a bid for Paris Saint-Germain defender Presnel Kimpembe.
The German managed Kimpembe at PSG for two-and-a-half years prior to his December 2020 dismissal.
He is now claimed to be keen on a reunion in West London as he plots to reshape his defence.
According to L'Equipe, Tuchel is "pushing" for Chelsea to bid for Kimpembe.
The 26-year-old has two years left on his PSG contract and new sporting director Luis Campos believes that his side could cash in.
- Alex Cole
Chelsea plan ‘£14m Ronaldo bid’
Chelsea are lining up a transfer bid for Cristiano Ronaldo. reports claim.
The Blues are on the brink of completing the signing of Raheem Sterling for £45m.
And they plan to follow that up by bringing in Ronaldo next, Football Insider claim.
To do so, Thomas Tuchel’s side will present United with a £14m bid for the 37-year-old.
The Blues decided to push ahead with a bid for Ronaldo after club boss Thomas Tuchel and owner Todd Boehly discussed his recruitment.
- Alex Cole
A shirt for champions
Are we happy with this Chelsea fans? This is nice, right?
Simple, sophisticated, clean.. love the button up collar.
- Alex Cole
Suarez still available as free agent
Premier League teams are on high alert as Luis Suarez has revealed he will not join River Plate.
Suarez spoke to Ovacion: “I was really tempted despite my plan to stay in Europe because River were pushing a lot to sign me, but the deal has collapsed as they’re now out of the Copa Libertadores.”
Meaning that Suarez is still available as free agent.
- Alex Cole
De Ligt talks cancelled
Matthijs de Ligt’s representatives have PULLED the plug on his proposed transfer to Chelsea.
Chelsea were in pole position to land the defender this summer, but have been wrangling over his fee with Juve.
But now, his camp have ended negotiations with the Blues, according to BILD reporter Christian Falk.
Falk claims the Dutch centre-back’s collective are focused on trying to get him to Barcelona or Bayern Munich.
- Alex Cole
Barca in hunt for Chelsea target Lewandowski
Barcelona are “waiting on a response” after making a bid for Bayern Munich wantaway Robert Lewandowski.
That is according to club president club president Joan Laporta.
Laporta has confirmed that a £34million transfer offer has been made by the Catalan giants.
- Alex Cole
Chelsea ‘get Koulibaly transfer boost’
Chelsea have been given a major boost in their transfer pursuit of Napoli star Kalidou Koulibaly.
Koulibaly’s contract with Napoli expires next summer, and he’s yet to sign a new deal.
And he doesn’t want to stay in Italy if he leaves the Serie A side, according to Gianluci Di Marzio.
The Blues have already offered the defender a £8.5m yearly contract.
However, Barcelona are also tracking Koulibaly who Napoli are demanding £34m to let go.
- Alex Cole
Chelsea in talks with James for new deal
Chelsea want to extend the contract of defender Reece James.
i news report that talks are expected to take place "within the next few weeks" between club and player reps.
The 22-year-old's current deal runs until 2025.
James earns around £80k-a-week and the England international would be expected to receive a boost to this.
- Alex Cole
De Ligt ‘snubs Chelsea transfer’
Barcelona and Bayern Munich have emerged as Matthijs de Ligt’s preferred destinations this summer.
The Juventus defender was high on Chelsea’s list as they look to rebuild their depleted defence.
Talks were ongoing between Juve and the Blues who disagreed over De Ligt’s valuation.
But now, the Dutch defender’s camp have suspended talks with the Blues, according to BILD reporter Christian Falk.
He claims De Ligt’s representatives are intent on getting him to Barcelona or Bayern Munich.
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