Overview
- Sky Sports reporting indicates Chelsea will only move for both Alejandro Garnacho and Xavi Simons if Nicolas Jackson, Christopher Nkunku and Tyrique George leave first.
- ESPN reports Nicolas Jackson missed the 5-1 win at West Ham while exploring an exit, with Aston Villa and Newcastle United among interested clubs.
- Manchester Evening News reports Manchester United refused a Chelsea proposal that included Tyrique George in a swap for Garnacho, with a valuation gap persisting.
- Fabrizio Romano has said Garnacho expects a move to Stamford Bridge after turning down other opportunities, though no agreement between the clubs has been announced.
- Manchester Evening News adds that Chelsea’s pursuit of Xavi Simons remains active, with reports of personal terms agreed, yet any deal remains contingent on outgoings before the deadline.