Saturday's Chelsea transfer talk news roundup: Hakim Ziyech, Kai Havertz, Matthias Ginter

The buildup to the summer transfer window has now begun, with rumours and speculation continuing to swirl as Chelsea eye possible reinforcements.

The Blues failed to bring in a single player during the January window, despite seeing their transfer ban cut short by FIFA.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings from Stamford Bridge.

Saturday morning's Chelsea transfer talk news roundup:

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Report: Chelsea close to sealing deal for Bayer Leverkusen star Kai Havertz

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Chelsea are edging closer to securing the signing of in-demand Bayer Leverkusen attacker Kai Havertz, according to a report.

The Blues are looking to add the Germany international to their squad as soon as possible, having already brought in Hakim Ziyech and compatriot Timo Werner ahead of next season.

An agreement is believed to be in place between Havertz and Chelsea, but the Premier League side still have to finalise terms with Leverkusen.

Football.London claims that talks are progressing well and the 21-year-old, who is valued at £81.5m, is close to becoming Chelsea's latest high-profile signing.

Frank Lampard's side have been warned that they may have to wait another month before Havertz links up with them, however, as Leverkusen are still competing in the Europa League.

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Chelsea to move for Matthias Ginter?

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Chelsea are reportedly weighing up a move for Borussia Monchengladbach centre-back Matthias Ginter.

The Germany international played a key role in the heart of the Monchengladbach defence last season - making 31 top-flight appearances for the Bundesliga outfit.

Chelsea have already been busy in the transfer market with the acquisitions of Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner, and a recent report claimed that the Blues are nearing a deal to sign Bayer Leverkusen's Kai Havertz.

Now, Kicker reports that Frank Lampard has set his sights on another Germany international, and the Chelsea manager is keen to bring Ginter to Stamford Bridge.

However, even though Ginter's contract with Monchengladbach has just under a year left to run, the report claims that the Bundesliga outfit will still demand a hefty fee for the 26-year-old.

Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid are also believed to be monitoring the situation.

More transfer news from Chelsea:

Frank Lampard talks up relationship with Petr Cech amid summer transfer plans The Blues boss is confident he will be backed financially and has revealed a close working relationship with Petr Cech. Read more.

Manchester City to rival Chelsea for Atletico Madrid defender Jose Gimenez? Manchester City are reportedly prepared to rival Chelsea in the race to secure the signature of Atletico Madrid defender Jose Gimenez. Read more.

Chelsea 'could hijack Manchester City's bid for Nathan Ake' Chelsea are reportedly in a position where they are able to match Manchester City's bid for Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake before the end of the week. Read more.

Bayern Munich chief confirms Liverpool target Thiago Alcantara wants to leave Thiago Alcantara wants to "try something new" and will be allowed to leave Bayern Munich if his valuation is met, the club's president Karl-Heinz Rummenigge reveals. Read more.

Chelsea, Manchester City 'keeping tabs on David Alaba' Chelsea and Manchester City reportedly remain among a number of clubs who are monitoring David Alaba's contract situation at Bayern Munich. Read more.

Alexandre Lacazette insists his Arsenal future does not depend on Aubameyang The France international is tied to the Gunners until 2022, while Pierre-Emerick Pierre Emerick Aubameyang's deal expires next year. Read more.

Leeds United pushing to sign Wigan Athletic youngster Joe Gelhardt? Leeds United are reportedly looking to push through a cut-price deal for Wigan Athletic youngster Joe Gelhardt. Read more.