Tuesday's Chelsea transfer talk news roundup: Pedro, Timo Werner, Antonio Rudiger

The transfer window may be closed, but rumours and speculation continue to swirl as Chelsea eye possible reinforcements.

The Blues are currently under a transfer embargo, which has forced them to turn to youngsters who have impressed during the first half of the season, but they are hopeful of overturning the ban in time to sign players in January.

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

Tuesday morning's headlines:

Frank Lampard challenges Chelsea players to show "personality" The Blues have won just one of their last five matches. Read more.

Aston Villa to move for Chelsea winger Pedro in January? Aston Villa reportedly plan to launch a move for Chelsea winger Pedro in the January transfer window. Read more.

Chelsea lining up £40m bid for Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake? Chelsea allegedly plan to launch an approach for Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake during the January transfer window. Read more.

Borussia Dortmund chief reiterates desire to keep Jadon Sancho amid Chelsea talk Borussia Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc plays down suggestions that Jadon Sancho will be allowed to leave the club in January. Read more.

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