Thursday's Chelsea transfer talk news roundup: Pedro, Ben Chilwell, Said Benrahma

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.

Thursday morning's headlines:

Leicester City 'confident of Ben Chilwell stay amid Chelsea interest' Leicester City reportedly have no intention of selling Ben Chilwell this summer despite reported interest from Chelsea and Manchester City. Read more.

Pedro refuses to finish season at Chelsea amid Roma speculation? Chelsea forward Pedro reportedly rejects the chance to agree a short-term contract extension until the end of the season, with a move to Roma on the cards. Read more.

Chelsea target Dries Mertens signs two-year contract extension with Napoli The Belgium forward is Napoli's all-time top goalscorer. Read more.

Leicester City 'leading Chelsea in race for Said Benrahma' Leicester City are ahead of Chelsea in the race to sign Brentford attacker Said Benrahma, according to a report. Read more.