Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in La Liga on Wednesday, July 22.
Wednesday morning's La Liga transfer talk news roundup:
Chelsea 'launch £23m bid for Nicolas Tagliafico'
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Chelsea have reportedly submitted a €25m (£23m) offer for Ajax left-back Nicolas Tagliafico.
The Blues are expected to bring a new left-sided full-back to Stamford Bridge this summer, with Marcos Alonso and Emerson Palmieri expected to leave ahead of the 2020-21 campaign.
Leicester City's Ben Chilwell has been strongly linked with a move, but the Foxes appear to be pricing the England international out of a summer exit.
According to Mundo Deportivo, Chelsea have now launched a €25m (£23m) bid for Tagliafico as they prepare to battle the likes of Atletico Madrid and Manchester City for his signature.
The 27-year-old recently suggested that he would be on the move ahead of the 2020-21 campaign, leading to a host of speculation surrounding his future.
The Argentina international enjoyed an impressive 2019-20 campaign for his Dutch club, scoring five times and contributing seven assists in 38 appearances in all competitions.
Chelsea 'to make formal Kai Havertz bid once Champions League qualification is secure'
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Chelsea will reportedly make an official offer for Bayer Leverkusen's Kai Havertz once their position in next season's Champions League has been secured.
The Blues are in pole position to claim a top-four finish in the Premier League, currently occupying third spot in the table ahead of their final two league matches against Liverpool and Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Frank Lampard's side are only one point clear of fifth-placed Manchester United, though, and could potentially still finish outside of the top four.
The London giants continue to be strongly linked with a move for Havertz, who is allegedly 'very interested' in joining the club despite suggestions that Man United and Real Madrid are also in the hunt.
According to ESPN, Lampard's team are expected to launch a formal offer once their qualification for Europe's leading competition has been confirmed, if that is the case.
The report claims that the Blues are in a strong financial position despite the coronavirus pandemic, although their funds would be boosted further by ensuring that they are in next season's Champions League.
Havertz enjoyed an excellent 2019-20 campaign for his German club, scoring 17 times and registering nine assists in 43 appearances in all competitions.
More transfer news from La Liga:
Manchester City 'win the race for Ferran Torres'
Manchester City beat a number of clubs to the signature of Valencia attacker Ferran Torres, according to a report. Read more.
Kylian Mbappe rules out Paris Saint-Germain exit
France attacker Kylian Mbappe reveals that he will not be leaving Paris Saint-Germain this summer. Read more.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang 'still hopeful of Barcelona move'
Arsenal captain Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang still wants to join Barcelona this summer, according to a report. Read more.
Paris Saint-Germain lining up move for Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior?
Paris Saint-Germain are weighing up an approach for Real Madrid attacker Vinicius Junior, according to a report. Read more.
Southampton to announce Mohammed Salisu deal?
Southampton are reportedly close to completing the signing of Real Valladolid central defender Mohammed Salisu. Read more.
Report: Chelsea considering move for Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen
Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen is reportedly wanted by Chelsea as they seek a replacement for Kepa Arrizabalaga. Read more.
Villarreal considering big-money bid for Fulham's Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa
The 24-year-old has struggled to make an impact at Craven Cottage since joining in 2018. Read more.
Real Madrid flop Luka Jovic 'edging towards Napoli move'
Real Madrid flop Luka Jovic may reportedly be on his way to Napoli in a £46m deal after just one season in the Spanish capital. Read more.
Manchester United 'set to sign three academy players'
Teenage Barcelona full-back Marc Jurado is reportedly one of three players on the verge of being snapped up by Manchester United to join their academy setup. Read more.
Gareth Bale agent rules out Real Madrid exit
Agent Jonathan Barnett reiterates that Gareth Bale has little intention of leaving Real Madrid during the next transfer window. Read more.
