Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Barcelona 'to beat Chelsea to Sevilla defender Jules Kounde'
Barcelona are reportedly successful with a late offer for Jules Kounde and are now expected to beat Chelsea to the Sevilla defender.
Jul 23, 08:53
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta reacts after the match on April 20, 2022
Thomas Tuchel blocking Cesar Azpilicueta's Barcelona move?
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel raises the possibility of blocking Cesar Azpilicueta's potential move to Barcelona this summer despite the defender's demands.
Jul 22, 22:57
Pau Torres celebrates scoring for Villarreal in March 2022
Manchester City leading the race for Pau Torres?
Manchester City emerge as the leaders in the race to sign Villarreal's 25-year-old defender Pau Torres this summer, according to journalist Xavi Jorquera Martinez.
Jul 22, 22:22
Chelsea forward Timo Werner pictured on October 2, 2021
Timo Werner 'likely to leave Chelsea this summer'
Timo Werner may reportedly leave Chelsea this summer after the forward and head coach Thomas Tuchel recently spoke on his future.
Jul 22, 17:42
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Chelsea 'expect to finalise Jules Kounde signing on Friday'
Chelsea reportedly expect to finalise the signing of Sevilla defender Jules Kounde on Friday, despite strong competition from Barcelona.
Jul 22, 09:42
Barcelona president Joan Laporta during the press conference on February 1, 2022
Barcelona president Joan Laporta makes 'Jules Kounde to Chelsea' comments
Barcelona president Joan Laporta appears to say that Jules Kounde will 'sign for Chelsea' in a video posted on Thursday night.
Jul 22, 08:17
Pau Torres celebrates scoring for Villarreal in March 2022
Barcelona eye Pau Torres as Jules Kounde alternative?
Barcelona eye up Villarreal central defender Pau Torres as a potential alternative to Sevilla's Chelsea-linked Jules Kounde, according to a report.
Jul 21, 22:21
Mikel Arteta in charge of Arsenal on July 8, 2022
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Jul 21, 19:53
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Jules Kounde 'ready to wait for Barcelona offer'
Sevilla defender Jules Kounde is reportedly prepared to wait to see if Barcelona are willing to match Chelsea's offer for his services.
Jul 21, 17:01
Manchester City's Aymeric Laporte poses with the Premier League trophy on May 23, 2021
Barcelona 'weighing up summer move for Aymeric Laporte'
Barcelona could move for Manchester City's Aymeric Laporte this summer if they miss out on Sevilla's Jules Kounde, according to a report.
Jul 21, 08:57
Josko Gvardiol warms up for RB Leipzig in November 2021
Josko Gvardiol 'emerges as favourite to replace Cesar Azpilicueta at Chelsea'
Chelsea reportedly earmark RB Leipzig centre-back Josko Gvardiol as their top target to replace Cesar Azpilicueta, who is being tipped to sign for Barcelona.
Jul 20, 17:18
Jules Kounde pictured in March 2021
Jules Kounde seemingly confirms Sevilla exit amid Chelsea links
Sevilla centre-back Jules Kounde all but confirms his exit from the La Liga club amid reports of an imminent £55m move to Chelsea.
Jul 20, 16:58
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta reacts after the match on April 20, 2022
Cesar Azpilicueta 'confident of joining Barcelona this summer'
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta is reportedly becoming increasingly confident of joining Barcelona.
Jul 20, 15:56
Tottenham Hotspur's Sergio Reguilon celebrates after winning the penalty shoot out on September 22, 2021
Barcelona 'offered chance to sign Sergio Reguilon on loan'
Barcelona are reportedly provided with the opportunity to sign Tottenham Hotspur defender Sergio Reguilon on a season-long loan deal.
Jul 20, 14:13
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Barcelona 'draw up five-player list of Jules Kounde alternatives'
Barcelona reportedly put together a five-player list of alternatives to Sevilla defender Jules Kounde, who is also being linked with Chelsea.
Jul 20, 13:15
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Sevilla 'would prefer to sell Jules Kounde to Chelsea'
Sevilla would reportedly prefer to sell Jules Kounde to Chelsea this summer with Barcelona yet to up their interest in the defender.
Jul 20, 11:18
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski pictured on September 29, 2021
Barcelona officially confirm Robert Lewandowski signing on four-year deal
Barcelona officially confirm the signing of striker Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich on a four-year deal for a fee believed to be worth €50m (£42.5m).
Jul 19, 22:21
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Jules Kounde 'scouting houses in London amid Chelsea links'
Jules Kounde appears to be edging closer to a move to Chelsea after a report suggests the Sevilla defender has been looking at houses in London.
Jul 19, 19:10
Chelsea's Timo Werner celebrates scoring their first goal with Christian Pulisic on January 8, 2022
Timo Werner 'one of 15 players transfer listed by Chelsea'
Timo Werner could depart Chelsea this summer, with the Blues reportedly looking to offload up to 15 players this summer.
Jul 19, 18:30
Paris Saint-Germain's Presnel Kimpembe pictured during a press conference in October 2021
Chelsea to miss out on Paris Saint-Germain defender Presnel Kimpembe?
Chelsea are reportedly likely to miss out on signing Paris Saint-Germain defender Presnel Kimpembe this summer.
Jul 19, 10:53
Barcelona president Joan Laporta during the press conference on February 1, 2022
President Joan Laporta hints at further Barcelona signings
President Joan Laporta says that Barcelona will now focus on signing at least one defender after completing the transfer of Robert Lewandowski.
Jul 19, 08:39
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Barcelona 'still hopeful of beating Chelsea to Jules Kounde'
Barcelona are reportedly still hopeful of edging out Chelsea in the race to sign Sevilla defender Jules Kounde.
Jul 18, 11:34
Paris Saint-Germain's Presnel Kimpembe pictured during a press conference in October 2021
Chelsea 'lodge £40m bid for Presnel Kimpembe'
Chelsea reportedly increase their efforts to sign Presnel Kimpembe by bidding £40m for the Paris Saint-Germain defender.
Jul 18, 08:06
Barcelona's Memphis Depay on September 14, 2021
Barcelona 'to hold talks with Memphis Depay over future'
Barcelona are reportedly intending to hold discussions with Memphis Depay to determine the forward's future as soon as possible.
Jul 18, 07:49
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Sevilla's Jules Kounde very close to Chelsea move?
Chelsea are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign Sevilla defender Jules Kounde, who is reportedly looking to leave the Andalusian side this summer.
Jul 17, 22:26
Barcelona's Memphis Depay on September 14, 2021
Tottenham Hotspur 'willing to pay €17m for Barcelona's Memphis Depay'
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly willing to pay €17m (£14.5m) to sign Barcelona attacker Memphis Depay, but La Blaugrana are holding out for a fee of €20m (£17m).
Jul 17, 17:16
Harry Kane in action for England in June 2022
Bayern Munich chief hints at future Harry Kane move?
Bayern Munich CEO Oliver Kahn hints at a future move for Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Kane and claims that Juventus centre-back Matthijs de Ligt wants to join the club.
Jul 17, 11:53
Paris Saint-Germain's Presnel Kimpembe pictured during a press conference in October 2021
Christophe Galtier refuses to rule out Presnel Kimpembe exit amid Chelsea links
New Paris Saint-Germain boss Christophe Galtier refuses to rule out an exit for central defender Presnel Kimpembe this summer amid links of a potential move to Chelsea.
Jul 16, 22:44
Kalidou Koulibaly warms up for Napoli in April 2022
Chelsea announce Kalidou Koulibaly signing
Chelsea confirm the signing of Senegalese centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly from Napoli on a four-year deal for a reported €40m (£34m).
Jul 16, 07:43
Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel during the 3-0 win against Leeds United on May 11, 2022.
Thomas Tuchel: 'Opening weeks under Chelsea owner Todd Boehly have been intense'
Head coach Thomas Tuchel admits that his opening weeks working alongside new Chelsea owner Todd Boehly have been "intense".
Jul 15, 13:43
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Chelsea 'to reignite Jules Kounde pursuit after Nathan Ake setback'
Chelsea prepare to reignite their interest in Sevilla's Jules Kounde after missing out on Nathan Ake, according to a report.
Jul 15, 11:57
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Barcelona 'still leading Jules Kounde race despite Manchester City interest'
Barcelona are reportedly still leading the race to sign Sevilla centre-back Jules Kounde despite interest from Manchester City.
Jul 14, 17:13
Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte pictured on May 12, 2022
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Jul 14, 08:43
Paris Saint-Germain's Presnel Kimpembe pictured during a press conference in October 2021
Chelsea preparing to launch Presnel Kimpembe bid?
Chelsea are allegedly preparing to launch an official approach for Paris Saint-Germain defender Presnel Kimpembe over the coming days.
Jul 13, 16:49
Jules Kounde pictured in March 2021
Manchester City 'quoted £65m for Sevilla defender Jules Kounde'
Manchester City must pay €75m (£65m) if they wish to sign Sevilla centre-back Jules Kounde this summer, according to a report.
Jul 13, 15:21
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta reacts after the match on April 20, 2022
Chelsea 'will not sell Cesar Azpilicueta until replacements are signed'
Chelsea are reportedly blocking Cesar Azpilicueta's move to Barcelona until they can sign a replacement for the 32-year-old captain.
Jul 12, 22:03
Kalidou Koulibaly warms up for Napoli in April 2022
Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly 'very close to joining Chelsea'
Chelsea are reportedly close to securing the signing of Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly on a three-year contract.
Jul 12, 12:15
Manchester City's Nathan Ake during the warm up before the match, July 27, 2021
Manchester City 'delaying Nathan Ake sale to Chelsea'
Chelsea's pursuit of defender Nathan Ake is reportedly on hold as Manchester City are keen to find a replacement before letting the Dutchman leave.
Jul 11, 15:53
Manchester City's Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring their first goal with Nathan Ake that was later disallowed on September 18, 2021
How Chelsea could line up with Raheem Sterling, Nathan Ake
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Jul 11, 09:06
Jules Kounde pictured in March 2021
Manchester City 'enter Jules Kounde race'
Manchester City reportedly join Chelsea and Barcelona in the race to sign Sevilla centre-back Jules Kounde, amid links over a potential exit for Nathan Ake.
Jul 10, 12:18
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