The latest transfer news and rumours on Chelsea as Frank Lampard attempts to improve his squad during the January window amid a battle for the Premier League top four
Chelsea are back in FA Cup action this weekend as they travel to Hull City on Saturday.
The Blues will be seeking to return to winning ways against Championship opposition after their mid-week Premier League draw against Arsenal.
Away from the field, Frank Lampard is still awaiting his first signing at Stamford Bridge, having faced a transfer ban in the summer.
A host of names have been linked with a move, particularly in forward areas as Paris Saint-Germain's Edinson Cavani, Lyon's Moussa Dembele and RB Leipzig's Timo Werner have all been touted for a transfer. We also have the latest on the race for Isco and Robin Gosens.
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19:41ELLIOTT JACKSON
Aubameyang key to Cavani deal
Paris-Saint Germain will only allow Edinson Cavani to sign for Chelsea if they can secure their top transfer target, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
According to FootMercato, the Ligue 1 side want to sign the Arsenal star before allowing any deal for Cavani, with Manchester United and Atletico Madrid also interested.
The 32-year-old, who is out of contract in the summer, was left out of PSG’s clash with Strasbourg this weekend due to speculation over his future.
17:43KEY EVENT
Tuchel leaves out Cavani
Chelsea transfer target Edinson Cavani won’t play for Paris-Saint Germain this week amid speculation linking him with a transfer away from the club.
The 32-year-old forward is out of contract in the summer and is the subject of interest from United, Chelsea and Atletico Madrid.
Asked about Cavani’s availability for the Lille clash, Tuchel revealed he would sit out the game, saying: “It’s a little bit the same thing with Edi (Cavani).
“He has been training with us for the past few days, but the situation is not clear for him either. And for that, he will not be available for tomorrow.”
16:32ELLIOTT JACKSON
Former Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has lifted the lid on why he brought Victor Moses to the club.
The Inter Milan boss opted to bring in a key member of his former Premier League winning side, with Moses arriving on an initial loan deal that could become permanent.
On the move, Conte told reporters: “Transfer window? We added Young o make up for Asamoah’s serious injury, on the right you talk about Moses, but he arrived because at the same time Lazaro left.
“There are additions, but there are also departures and injuries. And we aren’t buying half of the starters on Real Madrid, but rather players that arrive on loan and are 34 years old”.
“There are additions, but there are also departures and injuries. And we aren’t buying half of the starters on Real Madrid, but rather players that arrive on loan and are 34 years old”.
15:10ELLIOTT JACKSON
Inter waiting for Giroud deal
Inter Milan will finalise the signing of Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud once Matteo Politano has joined Napoli.
The winger looked set for a move to AS Roma, including a swap deal with Leonardo Spinazzola but that fell through.
According to Sempreinter, they will complete a deal for Giroud once Politano completes his deal to join Napoli.
14:03ELLIOTT JACKSON
Chelsea miss out on Olmo
Chelsea and Wolves look set to miss out on Dinamo Zagreb midfielder Dani Olmo.
Having impressed in Croatia and with the Spain Under-21s, Almo has acquired interest from several Premier League and European clubs.
However, Sportsmole claims that RB Leipzig are likely to win the race for the playmaker in the coming days after agreeing a rumoured £17million fee, that could rise to £30million
AC Milan and former club Barcelona have also been credited with an interest in the 21-year-old.
13:25ELLIOTT JACKSON
Chelsea make Guiata enquiry
Chelsea are interested in signing Crystal Palace goalkeeper Vicente Guiata.
The long-term future of Kepa Arrizabalaga is in doubt after a few errors this season, which could mean a change in number one for Chelsea.
Manchester City are reportedly interested in Guiata, but AS claim Chelsea have now entered the race to sign the 33-year-old.
The report claims Chelsea have asked if Guaita could be convinced to move away from Palace and how much a deal might cost.
13:18KEY EVENT
Cavani 'rejects Man United transfer'
Chelsea target Edinson Cavani has turned down a huge contract offer from Manchester United.
The Paris-Saint Germain forward is out of contract in the summer and is the subject of interest from United, Chelsea and Atletico Madrid.
However, Foot Mercato claim that Cavani has turned down a colossal £10million-a-year deal offered by United.
Cavani’s first-choice destination remains Atletico Madrid, the report claims.
20:38ELLIOTT JACKSON
Blues won't chase Zaha, Sancho
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard isn’t interested in signing either Jadon Sancho or Wilfried Zaha this month, according to ‘transfer expert Ian McGarry’.
The Blues are yet to sign anyone during the January transfer window.
Whilst that might change, McGarry isn’t expecting a Zaha or Sancho to walk through the door at Stamford Bridge.
“Lots of talk about Jadon Sancho and Wilfried Zaha, though I’m told that Lampard’s interest in both of those players is very limited because he doesn’t believe they are the right players to come into this squad,” he told the Transfer Window podcast.
19:11
Lampard rules out Soumare move
Frank Lampard says he is aware of Boubakary Soumare - but says he will not be signing the midfielder in January.
18:20
Barcelona want Giroud
Barcelona are interested in signing Olivier Giroud from Chelsea.
That’s according to Spanish newspaper Sport, who claim that Barcelona want the French World Cup winner as a temporary replacement for Luis Suarez.
Suarez is out injured and Giroud is expected to leave Chelsea this month after falling down the pecking order.
Whilst it’s quite a bold claim, it could be a good fit for the 33-year-old, who has been attracting interest from Inter Milan.
16:50
Whizzkid wanted
Chelsea are interested in Grasshopper right-back Allan Arigoni but face competition from Barcelona, according to Sport Witness.
Both the Blues and Barcelona are ‘chasing’ the 21-year-old, who has made 19 appearances in all competitions this season.
The report also states that Barca legend José Mari Bakero recently travelled to Switzerland to watch Arigoni in person.
15:32
ICYMI: Dembele boost for the Blues
Chelsea have reportedly re-opened talks with Lyon about a possible move for Moussa Dembele.
Despite Lyon president Jean Michel Aulas stating that the striker will not be sold in January, The Sunsay that the two clubs have opened a dialogue about a £45m transfer this month.
14:16
Dortmund make Sancho decision
Borussia Dortmund are already lining up a replacement for Jadon Sancho as Chelsea and Real Madrid continue to plot a move for the England starlet.
Chelsea are ready to pay £120million for the 19-year-old, according to The Sun.
SportBILD claim that Dortmund are resigned to losing Sancho and that they have already begun looking for replacements. Those potential replacements include the likes of Brazilians Everton and Antony.
12:54
Pope twist as Chelsea chase keeper
Chelsea are considering making a play for Burnley goalkeeper Nick Pope this month.
It has been suggested that Chelsea want Pope to come in as a replacement for Kepa Arrizabalaga.
But MailOnline state that the Blues actually want to sign Pope so he can provide some competition for Kepa, who has endured a rough spell this season.
11:56
Arsenal deal could be bad news for Chelsea
Arsenal are readying a move for Thomas Lemar and that could have a negative impact on Chelsea.
The Atletico Madrid winger has been one of the hot topics during the January transfer window so far.
Diego Simeone has previously said that the 24-year-old does not have a future in Madrid.
Marca have reported that ‘all roads lead to Arsenal’.
This particular transfer would be bad news for the Blues as the striker Atletico Madrid are trying to bring in is Paris Saint-Germain’s Edinson Cavani - also linked with a move to Stamford Bridge.
11:14
Jimenez transfer backed
Chelsea should try to sign £50m-rated Wolves striker Raul Jimenez, according to Blues legend Joe Cole.
The Mexico international is more than capable of performing at the very highest level and made it 11 Premier League goals for the season after scoring against Liverpool on Thursday night.
“Wolves fans won’t thank me for saying this but if I’m Chelsea, Tottenham or Manchester United, with a chequebook ready to go, he’s the first name,” he told BT Sport.
“If you want someone to make an instant impact in your team, he knows the league, he knows the flow of English football. It’s all well and good being part of a project but when United, Tottenham or Chelsea come for you, it will maybe turn your head.”
10:48
Leipzig eye Christensen
RB Leipzig are interested in signing Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen.
German newspaper Bild is reporting that the Bundesliga side are looking to loan the 23-year-old for the remainder of the season.
The centre-back has been in and out of Frank Lampard’s starting line-up this season and RB Leipzig, according to the report, view him as the natural successor to Dayot Upamecano, who has been linked with Arsenal, Barcelona and Bayern Munich.
10:23
Liverpool eye Isco swoop
Liverpool are interested in signing Real Madrid midfielder Isco.
The 27-year-old has been linked with a move away from the Bernabeu for a while after making just 11 LaLiga appearances so far this season.
Jurgen Klopp, according to reports from Spain, is believed to be a big fan of the playmaker, but El Desmarque are reporting that Real would demand around €70m (£59m) to land him.
The same publication recently reported that Chelsea are ‘doing everything’ to try and sign Isco before the end of January.
The Blues had reportedly spoken to the midfielder’s agent about the possibility of a move to west London, with a €55 million (£47 million) bid mooted.
09:37
West Ham eye Giroud
West Ham are reportedly exploring the possibility of signing Oliver Giroud in January, according to the Express via Hammers News.
Chelsea are reportedly open to the idea of selling Giroud if a club matches his £5m asking price.
Giroud has become surplus to requirements under Frank Lampard and also has also been linked with a move Inter Milan.
09:29
United weighing up Cavani move
Manchester United are reportedly weighing up the possibility of signing Edinson Cavani in the January transfer window.
Cavani is out of contract at Paris-Saint Germain this summer and has asked to leave the Ligue 1 club, with the Atletico Madrid leading the chase for his signature.
Chelsea and Arsenal have also been linked with moves for the 32-year-old, but according to the Telegraph, United are pondering a move for Cavani as they do not want to make the same expensive mistakes as they did with Alexis Sanchez two years ago.
21:33
Latest Chelsea rumours
Plenty of names have been linked with a move to Chelsea in the January transfer window.
Among them is Edinson Cavani, Ben Chilwell and Moussa Dembele - but what are the latest rumours coming out of the Stamford Bridge club.
18:54
United legend issues Cavani warning
Former Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher believes his old club cannot allow PSG striker Edinson Cavani to join Chelsea.
Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, he said: “If Cavani is available, and there’s talk of him going to Chelsea, Manchester United cannot afford to let Cavani go to Chelsea.
“I’m not sure if he is, whether it’s Atletico Madrid, but if it’s Chelsea then there’s no way Manchester United can let that happen.
“They have to make sure he comes to Old Trafford.”
18:22
Moses speaks
Victor Moses has revealed he is delighted to be back working with Antonio Conte at Inter Milan.
The 29-year-old Nigerian international has joined the Serie A side on loan with an option to buy this afternoon.
“Having the opportunity to work with the coach again is something I’m really happy about,” he said.
“I’ve spoken to him and he’s already explained the club’s project to me.
“I want to be part of it, I’m happy to be here.”
17:56
Whizzkid wanted
Chelsea are interested in Grasshopper right-back Allan Arigoni but face competition from Barcelona, according to Sport Witness.
Both the Blues and Barcelona are ‘chasing’ the 21-year-old, who has made 19 appearances in all competitions this season.
The report also states that Barca legend José Mari Bakero recently travelled to Switzerland to watch Arigoni in person.
17:24
£45m Dembele boost for Chelsea
Chelsea have reportedly re-opened talks with Lyon about a possible move for Moussa Dembele.
Despite Lyon president Jean Michel Aulas stating that the striker will not be sold in January, The Sunsay that the two clubs have opened a dialogue about a £45m transfer this month.
16:47
Chelsea eye up Pope
Nick Pope is being considered as a potential replacement for Kepa Arrizabalaga, per the Metro.
The Blues are thinking about selling Kepa during the summer, according to reports.
And Burnley’s Pope has been identified as a potential successor.
15:53
Chelsea departure confirmed
Inter Milan have confirmed the signing of Victor Moses from Chelsea.
The 29-year-old Nigerian international has joined the Serie A side on loan with an option to buy.
15:50
United urged to sign Chelsea target
Former Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher has told his old club to sign Edinson Cavani before Chelsea do.
Cavani has been linked with Chelsea as they try and get a loan deal over the line for the Paris Saint-Germain striker.
Fletcher was speaking after United’s 2-0 defeat at home to Burnley and has sent this strong message.
“It’s a road they didn’t want to go down because they’ve been down that road before but maybe needs must at this time,” Fletcher told BBC Five Live.
“Probably a striker as well, [they need to sign] Bruno Fernandes and a striker.
“It’s at that case in time. If Cavani is available, there’s talk of him going to Chelsea… Manchester United can’t allow Cavani to go to Chelsea.
“I’m not sure if he is, whether it’s Atletico Madrid [he’s moving to], but if he’s going to Chelsea there’s no way Manchester United can let that happen, they’ve got to make sure he comes to Old Trafford.
14:37
Potential Cavani alternative
Chelsea are aiming to sign Edinson Cavani during the January transfer window but they have a potential alternative if the loan deal fails to come to fruition.
Frank Lampard may turn his attention to CSKA Moscow striker Fyodor Chalov if the move falls through.
That’s according to The Express, who understand that Chelsea are still interested in Chalov. The 21-year-old striker is said to be available for around £20 million.
13:20
Chelsea interested Gosens
Chelsea are interested in signing Atalanta defender Robin Gosens.
That’s as a replacement for Marcos Alonso, according to The Express.
The Blues are planning a swoop for the 25-year-old left-back, who is valued at £20 million.
Alonso is free to leave Stamford Bridge this month.
12:07
Inter could impact Chelsea's pursuit of Cavani
Any potential move to bring Edinson Cavani to west London could hinge on Chelsea’s ability to sell Olivier Giroud to raise funds.
However, Inter Milan could pose a problem, as the Serie A side close in on another £20m striker.
11:01
Cavani loan bid update
Chelsea have reportedly submitted a loan bid to sign Edinson Cavani from Paris Saint-Germain.
According to The Times, Chelsea are attempting to seal a deal which would see Cavani move to Stamford Bridge until the end of the season.
The report claims Chelsea are willing to pay a loan fee of £5 million and would cover the striker’s £360,000-a-week wages until his contract expires at the end of the campaign.
10:57
Liverpool join Chelsea in Isco race
According to a report cited in the Daily Star, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is keen on a move for Isco, but it’s said that Real Madrid will not accept a bid lower than £59 million.
It has been claimed that an offer worth €56m (£47.3m) from an unnamed club has already been rejected.
Chelsea have also been linked to the Spanish international, with Frank Lampard eager to land more creativity to boost his midfield.
21:28
Liverpool enter Soumare race
Liverpool have entered the race to sign Boubakary Soumare, according to reports.
The Lille midfielder is regarded as one of Ligue 1’s brightest talents and is a target for Chelsea and Manchester United.
Chelsea were front runners to land the transfer, but Le 10 Sport claim Liverpool are set to challenge their Premier League rivals for Soumare.
20:01
Cavani latest
Chelsea are prepared to take their pursuit of Edinson Cavani to the final hours of the transfer window.
The forward is keen to leave the French side this month and Frank Lampard’s side are eager to secure the Uruguayan’s signature.
But according to the Telegraph, the French club’s £12.6million valuation is proving difficult.
The Blues believe that fee on top of his £360k salary demands and age is too much and will ‘sit tight’ to see whether the situation changes.
18:34
Baker returns to Chelsea
Chelsea have also confirmed that has been recalled early from his loan at German side Fortuna Dusseldorf.
The 24-year-old has made just seven Bundesliga starts for the club, with another appearance off the bench, and was without a goal or an assist.
The midfielder has struggled with injuries in recent years and has bounced around from loan clubs, having spent time with Sheffield Wednesday, MK Dons, Vitesse, Middlesbrough, Leeds United and Reading.
Baker is expected to be sent out on another loan spell for the rest of the campaign.
18:12
Chelsea eye Kepa replacement
Chelsea scouts have reportedly identified Nick Pope as a potential replacement for Kepa Arrizabalaga.
The Spaniard has come in criticism of late due to his poor performances, posing doubts over the £71.6million world-record fee they paid to sign him from Athletic Club in the summer of 2018.
And now according to , the Blues are already beginning to consider replacing Kepa and have identified Pope as a possible replacement.
17:58
Bruno Fernandes latest
Chelsea have received a boost in their bid to secure Champions League football this season after Jorge Mendes told Sky Sports News that he is unsure if Bruno Fernandes will be leaving Sporting Lisbon this month.
The midfielder has been linked with Spurs in the past, but Manchester United are now the heavy favourites to land his signature.
However, Mendes says he doesn’t know if the 25-year-old will be leaving before the end of this month - but did state that he will be making an exit in the summer.
The Blues, who currently occupy the final Champions League place, hold a six-point lead over United, but Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side do have a game in hand.
17:44
Blackman deal confirmed
Chelsea have confirmed that goalkeeper Jamal Blackman has completed a loan move to Bristol Rovers.
The 26-year-old spent the first half of the season at Vitesse Arnhem, but struggled with injury and moved back to Chelsea recently.
However, Chelsea have announced that Blackman will make the move to the League One side until the end of the season.
17:32
Cavani twist
Chelsea boss Frank Lampard faces an odd battle to land striker Edinson Cavani this month.
The Blues are believed to be keen on landing the forward this month but face competition from Atletico Madrid.
And now Cavani’s mum, Berta Gomez, has opened up on the speculation. She said: “It’s complicated but he wants to play at Atletico and if it’s not now, in the summer.
“We have been eager for some time but it doesn’t depend on my son but on PSG and Atletico Madrid. “We understand their position but what we don’t understand is that they want him to stay and then they only bring him out for six minutes.
“They are not treating him well considering what he has given to PSG in the almost seven years he has been there.”
16:28
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15:31
Dortmund identify Sancho replacements
Borussia Dortmund have identified replacements for Jadon Sancho as interest in the England international heats up, according to Sport Bild via The Mail.
Chelsea are among a host of clubs looking to sign the teenager, along with Premier League rivals Manchester United and Liverpool, as well as Real Madrid and Barcelona.
Dortmund appear to be resigned to losing their top talent as it’s stated they have already identified potential replacements for the former Manchester City starlet.
Their eyes appear to be cast towards South America, as Gremio’s Everton and Sao Paulo’s Antony are both stated as targets.
14:34
Chelsea rumours rated
Plenty of names have been linked with a move to Chelsea in the January transfer window.
Among them is Edinson Cavani, Ben Chilwell and Moussa Dembele - but what are the chances of a deal being concluded.
We’ve got your covered with our latest rumour rated piece for the Blues, which you can read here.
13:38
Cavani move launched
Chelsea have launched a move for Paris Saint-Germain striker Edinson Cavani with a loan offer, according to The Times.
As part of the offer, Chelsea have pledged to match the Uruguayan’s wages for the remainder of the season - which is currently in excess of £360,000 a week meaning the Blues would pay a total of £7.2million in wages.
On top of that, Chelsea will have to pay £5m to PSG to land the former Napoli man.
12:20
Lampard's transfer claim
Chelsea face a difficult period as they await the full extent of Tammy Abraham’s injury, which leads to questions about their transfer exploits.
Edinson Cavani and Moussa Dembele are among the names linked with a move to Stamford Bridge - but Frank Lampard has played down the chances of dipping into the market.
Asked if he had enough in the squad to deal with Abraham’s injury amid the January transfer window, Lampard responded: “Yeah, I do.”
11:20
Spurs make Soumare bid
Tottenham have made a bid for Lille midfielder Boubakary Soumare, according to L’Equipe via The Sun.
Chelsea and Manchester United have also been attributed with an interest in the 20-year-old starlet, with it suggested a bidding war was on the horizon.
However, Tottenham have reportedly swopped in and made the first move by launching an official bid for the Frenchman.
10:39
Dembele reveals stance
Lyon striker Moussa Dembele has ruled out leaving the club in the January transfer window, amid reports of Chelsea’s interest.
Chelsea, Spurs and Manchester United have all been linked with the former Celtic and Fulham striker.
But after Lyon beat Lille in the Coupe de la Ligue semi-final, Dembele told reporters that he would not be leaving the club in the January transfer window.
“I am a Lyon player and I will remain so until the end of the season,” he stated.“I do not think that there will be a departure this winter. Lots of things are being said. It is up to me to ignore that and remain concentrated on the pitch.”
10:37
Edinson Cavani blow
Chelsea have been handed a blow in the hunt for Paris Saint-Germain forward Edinson Cavani, as the player’s father has commented.
The Blues are among a host of clubs linked with the services of the Uruguayan striker after he handed in a transfer request in the French capital.
However, Chelsea, as well as Premier League rivals Manchester United, have been handed a significant blow in the pursuit as his father talked up a move to Atletico Madrid.
“He wants to join another club in Europe. That would please me that he plays here (at Atletico), yes. Simeone wants him now.“I think there is a strong chance he will go to Atletico. The option to join the club always remains in June.“There are lots of other clubs but when you give your word to a team, you respect it. If tomorrow, he is available and Atletico still want him, he will sign.”
10:33
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