Overview

• Negotiations with RB Leipzig have made no breakthrough as the Bundesliga side focuses on finalising Benjamin Sesko’s transfer.
• Chelsea must complete outgoing sales of Armando Broja, Lesley Ugochukwu and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall before agreeing a fee for Xavi Simons.
• Price discussions between the two clubs remain pending until Leipzig resolves its Sesko deal and Chelsea clears roster space.
• No formal offer has been submitted for Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho despite ongoing interest.
• The Blues have invested around £250 million this summer following Champions League qualification and a Club World Cup victory.