Chelsea’s incoming manager Xabi Alonso has reportedly given the green light to the club’s pursuit of Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, despite interest from Arsenal. According to TEAMtalk, Chelsea view the €100m-rated Rogers as a potential addition to their attack, capable of playing alongside Cole Palmer or even replacing him should Palmer attract a bid from Manchester United.
Arsenal are also actively exploring a deal for Rogers, as exclusively reported by FootballTransfers, setting up a potential transfer battle between the two London clubs. Rogers, currently valued between €59.2m and €72.4m, has been a standout performer for Aston Villa, showcasing his versatility as an attacking midfielder or winger.
Chelsea are also looking to move on several players, with Alejandro Garnacho potentially heading to Napoli. Blues transfer expert Simon Phillips reports that the club are eager to sell Garnacho after just one season at Stamford Bridge, where he scored only one Premier League goal. Napoli have reportedly rekindled their interest in the Argentina winger.
Midfielder Romeo Lavia, who joined Chelsea from Southampton in 2023, is also a potential departure. Ligue 1 side AS Monaco are preparing an opening bid of €29m (£25m) for the 22-year-old, who has struggled with injuries since arriving at Stamford Bridge. Monaco’s interest signals Chelsea’s willingness to reshape their midfield options.
Defender Marc Cucurella is another player Atletico Madrid are pursuing, with contact already made regarding a summer transfer. Phillips reports that a move to Wanda Metropolitano could progress quickly, as Diego Simeone seeks to bring the Spain international back to La Liga. Cucurella has reportedly indicated his desire to leave Chelsea this summer.
Incoming signing Geovany Quenda has expressed his desire to return to Sporting CP later in his career, despite completing a €50 million move to Chelsea in July. Quenda, who joined alongside Dario Essugo, spoke emotionally about his departure from Sporting, emphasizing the club’s importance to his family. Finally, Chelsea legend Joe Cole has urged the club to sign experienced players like John Stones and Robert Lewandowski on free transfers to provide leadership and guidance to the squad.
