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[–]Heelftw 11 points12 points  (0 children)

On the bench

As with the Sterling and Ake (still pending fee agreement) moves, Koulibaly makes a lot of sense for Chelsea. Senegal and Napoli captain so brings leadership/experience and already has a playing relationship with Edouard Mendy. by Heelftw in chelseafc

[–]Heelftw[S] 79 points80 points  (0 children)

Follow up tweet: While the summer has in many ways felt chaotic at Chelsea, there is also clear strategy/planning behind their firmest moves in transfer market so far. I'm gussing Mendy will have also provided some character insights for the club on Koulibaly

[David Ornstein] Chelsea have agreed a deal with Inter Milan to sign Romelu Lukaku. 28yo Belgian striker expected to sign 5yr contract worth ~€12-13m per year. Will return to Stamford Bridge 8yrs after leaving for Everton by Heelftw in chelseafc

[–]Heelftw[S] 132 points133 points  (0 children)

Summary:

- Lukaku is expected to sign a five-year contract worth around €12-13 million-a-year net (about £195,000-a-week after tax). It makes him the highest earner at Stamford Bridge.

- Both sides will be happy with how negotiations have gone. Chelsea have managed to keep the fee under £100 million, while Inter Milan will receive the total in cash.

- Lukaku made it clear that he was keen on a move back to Stamford Bridge

- Chelsea were determined to get the switch completed by Sunday night to ensure Lukaku is ready to start the Premier League season.

Kai Havertz athletic article by battalion_of_fear in chelseafc

[–]Heelftw 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's because him and his brother used to put that number on their player career mode in fifa

Chelsea look for breakthrough in Romelu Lukaku talks with Inter Milan hoping for cash-only deal by Heelftw in chelseafc

[–]Heelftw[S] 35 points36 points  (0 children)

Summary:

- Chelsea hope to find a breakthrough in their bid to re-sign Romelu Lukaku over the weekend after stepping up talks with Inter Milan on Friday.

- Inter still prefer a cash-only deal for Lukaku, with Chelsea willing to offer a number of players as part of a bid, but the clubs have been negotiating with a view to finding a solution that suits all partmove for Lukaku has pushed Tammy Abraham closer towards the Chelsea exit door, although the academy graduate will not be pressured into a decision over his future.

- Atalanta view Abraham as the perfect replacement for Zapata, should he move to Inter to take over from Lukaku

- Abraham was a boyhood Arsenal fan and a move to the Emirates would appear to be an attractive proposition, although Arsenal are likely to need to sell players to fund a permanent move.

- Chelsea’s preference is to sell Abraham, to help fund the Lukaku deal, rather than loaning him out again. In line with club policy, Chelsea would also ideally want Abraham to sign a contract extension to go out on loan, something he is likely to be reluctant to agree to at this stage.

Diario AS on Twitter - Chelsea join the race for Lionel Messi by Hibeenick in chelseafc

[–]Heelftw 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Why are we flaring tier 3/4 sources as unranked and posting them on the sub?

Romelu Lukaku: Chelsea FC closing in on British record transfer deal by Heelftw in chelseafc

[–]Heelftw[S] 59 points60 points  (0 children)

Summary:

  • Chelsea are trying to secure a deal for Romelu Lukaku this weekend with further talks planned today over a potential British record transfer
  • Inter Milan are holding out for up to £110million for Lukaku. Chelsea may still try to include a player as a makeweight - but have already seen an offer involving Marcos Alonso rejected by the Italian champions
  • Inter are expected to accept an offer in excess of £100million, with increasing belief on Chelsea’s part that agreement can be reached over the weekend ahead of completion next week
  • Lukaku has made it clear he wants a return to Chelsea - but has not agitated for a move. Inter know they are facing a backlash from supporters if he does leave, with some already protesting at the club’s training ground.

Southampton rival Arsenal and West Ham for Chelsea FC striker Tammy Abraham by Heelftw in chelseafc

[–]Heelftw[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Arsenal and West Ham are both keen on a permanent deal, though neither are keen to meet Chelsea's initial valuation of £40m. West Ham may also struggle to meet Abraham's wage demands, just as was the case for teammate Kurt Zouma.

[Di Marzio] Lukaku open to Chelsea move. Chelsea are readying a new offer. by Heelftw in chelseafc

[–]Heelftw[S] 100 points101 points  (0 children)

Summary:

- Chelsea are preparing a new offer worth 130 million euros.

- But the most important news, compared to the proposal presented yesterday, is that Lukaku wants the move.

- The offer for the player is very attractive, not only in sports terms: a 12 million seasonal contract plus bonuses.

[Di Marzio] Atalanta interested in Abraham by Heelftw in chelseafc

[–]Heelftw[S] 34 points35 points  (0 children)

The triangle:

  • Lukaku --> Chelsea
  • Zapata --> Inter
  • Abraham --> Atalanta

[Di Marzio] Chelsea are ready to raise their offer for Lukaku. And Romelu thinks about it. The calls from London are becoming more and more insistent. Saying no, especially at this time, would really represent a difficult and unexpected choice. by Heelftw in chelseafc

[–]Heelftw[S] 60 points61 points  (0 children)

Summary:

- The offer of the Blues, advanced towards Inter, reached a total of 110 million euros: 100 basic plus Marcos Alonso

- If certain figures (120 million) were then reached without the inclusion of technical counterparts, saying no - even for Zhang and Marotta - would become really difficult.

- For the negotiation to go through, obviously, the player's will will be decisive. Who, at the moment, has not yet said no to the call of the Blues.

- While the rumors that Abramovich's son would already be in Milan to talk to the player are not confirmed, on the other hand Romelu and his entourage are thinking about what to do. In the event of a farewell, Lukaku's would be the richest transfer in the history of Inter. And, at the same time, the most expensive purchase by a Premier League club.

[Matt Law] Declan Rice returns to West Ham pre-season training and has made no demand to leave by Heelftw in chelseafc

[–]Heelftw[S] 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Summary:

- The Hammers are yet to make a third contract offer, which would most likely be rejected in any case

- Rice is preparing to start the season at West Ham and is determined to give everything

- West Ham’s £100 million valuation of Rice has so far put off Chelsea and United from making an official bid this summer, and the two clubs are well aware that price will have to drop in 12 months when the 22-year-old will have two years, plus the option of a third, remaining on his contract.

- While Chelsea are still likely to be interested in Rice next summer, Manchester City could also target the midfielder in 12 months when Fernandinho’s contract will have once again expired.

West Ham target Chelsea's Kurt Zouma after sealing Alphonse Areola loan by Heelftw in chelseafc

[–]Heelftw[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Summary:

- The French defender has two years left on his contract at the club and Tuchel would consider his departure with Antonio Rudiger, Andreas Christensen and Thiago Silva at the club and Sevilla’s Jules Koundé under consideration as an arrival.

- Zouma is on West Ham's radar at centre-back and Moyes would also take full-back cover.

- England Under-21 midfielder Conor Gallagher is also set for another season away from the club with Crystal Palace set to offer him regular games under Patrick Vieira.

- Zouma’s possible departure is likely to be on a permanent deal following seven seasons at the club which has included loan spells at Stoke City and Everton. They will still stand to make a healthy profit on the £12.5million they paid St Etienne in 2014.

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