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      Chelsea set for biggest transfer window EVER as Boehly spends £195m and still wants De Jong, Fofana and Gordon

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      CHELSEA are set to smash the record for the biggest spend in a single transfer window this summer.New owner Todd Boehly has made his mark on the club and although there have been setbacks, the Blues have already signed five players.
      Todd Boehly could spend the best part of £400million on transfers this summerCredit: PA
      Thomas Tuchel wants to add to his squad having already spent £195mCredit: Getty
      And Chelsea are close to adding a sixth in Inter Milan star Cesare Casadei after agreeing a £17million deal, which would take the club’s overall outlay to £195m.
      The spending does not appear to be stopping any time soon with Thomas Tuchel keen to add another centre-back to his squad in Wesley Fofana, while Frenkie de Jong and Anthony Gordon could also complete transfers.
      If that trio joins then Chelsea’s transfer outlay could increase to £392m – smashing Real Madrid’s summer 2019 record of £270m.
      Here SunSport breaks down exactly where Boehly’s millions have been spent.
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      Raheem Sterling – £50m
      The England international, 27, penned a five-year deal worth £300,000-a-week with the option of an extra year after Manchester City accepted a £50m bid.
      Sterling moved to Stamford Bridge in search of regular football after becoming part of a rotation system under Pep Guardiola.
      He has yet to score for the Blues in his two appearances.
      Raheem Sterling swapped Manchester for London in a £50m move this summerCredit: Getty
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      Kalidou Koulibaly – £34m
      Koulibaly, 31, arrived from Napoli to replace the much-loved Antonio Rudiger following his free transfer to Real Madrid.
      The centre-back has hit the ground running with a clean sheet in his first game at Everton followed by a thunderous volley in the London derby against Tottenham.
      Kalidou Koulibaly has made an impressive start to his Chelsea careerCredit: Getty
      Marc Cucurella – £62m
      The former Brighton defender is Chelsea’s most expensive signing so far after the Blues fought off interest from Manchester City to land the 24-year-old.
      Tuchel praised his hunger and intelligence upon his arrival and the Chelsea boss is a big fan of Cucurella’s versatility, with the Spaniard able to play at full-back and in central defence.
      Marc Cucurella is Thomas Tuchel’s most expensive capture of the summerCredit: Getty
      Carney Chukwuemeka – £20m
      The 18-year-old was highly rated by Aston Villa and Chelsea beat the likes of AC Milan and Barcelona to his signature.
      Penning a six-year deal, Chukwuemeka is certainly one for the future and has yet to be featured in a first-team matchday squad, though he has made one appearance in Premier League Two for Chelsea.
      Chelsea fended off interest from Barcelona and AC Milan to sign Carney ChukwuemekaCredit: Getty
      Gabriel Slonina – £12m
      The American goalkeeper, 18, penned a six-year contract after Chelsea had a £12m offer accepted by Chicago Fire, where he has returned on a season-long loan.
      Slonina signed his first pro contract with Chicago aged 14 and became the MLS’ youngest-ever goalie after making his debut at the age of 17 a year ago.
      Gabriel Slonina returned to Chicago Fire on loan after signing for ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Cesare Casadei – £17m
      The midfielder is set to become the latest addition in West London with the Blues finally agreeing a fee with Inter after seeing two bids knocked back.
      The highly-rated teenager, 19, is expected to leave for England on Wednesday and then undergo a medical the next day.
      Casadei is considered the jewel of the Nerazzurri’s youth side and like Chukwuemeka, he could join up with Chelsea under-23’s.
      Cesare Casadei is on the verge of joining the Blues from InterCredit: Getty
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      With only Sterling, Koulibaly and Cucurella making an impact on the first-team so far, Tuchel is keen to add to his squad further.
      Fofana is a long-term target while De Jong is reportedly a priority for Tuchel as he looks to reshape his midfield.
      Everton’s Gordon is another young player who would offer another option in attack, while Chelsea also want Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to fill the striker void left by Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner.
      Wesley Fofana – £85m
      Leicester have rejected two bids from Chelsea for the Nigerian, 21, with the last believed to be worth £70m.
      Fofana has reportedly made a plea to leave but the Foxes are holding out for £85m and are adamant they do not need to sell despite failing to make a signing this summer.
      Chelsea are not willing to match Fofana’s asking price, leaving the defender in limbo with two weeks remaining in the window.
      Wesley Fofana has asked to leave LeicesterCredit: Getty
      Frenkie de Jong – £68m
      Chelsea are looking to snatch De Jong, 25, away from Manchester United but want to pay less than the £72m fee United agreed with Barcelona.
      The club is prepared to wait for Barca to reduce their asking price – but the Dutchman is keen to stay at the Nou Camp.
      That’s despite Barcelona telling the Dutchman he must accept a 50 per cent pay cut while still being owed £14m in deferred wages.
      Frenkie de Jong is at the centre of a tug of war between Chelsea and Manchester UnitedCredit: AFP
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      Anthony Gordon – £45m
      Chelsea have been dealt several setbacks in their pursuit of young Everton star Gordon, 21.
      The Blues have had two offers worth £40m and £45m knocked back with the Toffees valuing the winger at £50m.
      Newcastle and Tottenham have also shown interest in Gordon who has also been in talks with Everton over a new contract.
      Chelsea have had two bids for Anthony Gordon rejected by EvertonCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd and Chelsea target Aubameyang refuses to address transfer future after finding flat tyre on £260k Ferrari

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      PIERRE-EMERICK AUBAMEYANG was asked about his future this morning – but was more bothered about the state of his car. The Barcelona star, who has been linked with Chelsea and Manchester United, had to deal with a flat tyre on his £260,000 Ferrari.
      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang appeared to have a flat tyre on his Ferrari
      The Barca striker owns a £260k Ferrari 812Credit: Instagram @auba
      Aubameyang, 33, arrived at Barcelona El Prat Airport and was greeted by a number of reporters and fans.
      He posed for selfies and signed autographs… but wouldn’t talk about transfer speculation.
      The former Arsenal man walked back to his car, only to find one of his rear tyres looking flat.
      He subsequently got behind the wheel of his Ferrari 812 to drive away from reporters.
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      But he didn’t get very far, appearing to have to stop because of his wonky wheel.
      Chelsea are keen to bring Aubameyang back to London, reuniting him with his former Borussia Dortmund boss Thomas Tuchel in the process.
      While SunSport this week revealed that Man United are also considering a move for the Gabonese star.
      Spanish paper Mundo Deportivo claim that Aubameyang is happy to stay at cash-strapped Barca, having only joined them in January.
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      But fellow Spanish outlet AS reckon that Auba is one of three players, along with Memphis Depay and Sergino Dest, that Barcelona are willing to flog to fund a move for Manchester City star Bernardo Silva.
      Silva appeared to say goodbye to City at the weekend, posting a thank you message to fans and walking a lap of the Etihad pitch.
      But Pep Guardiola’s side so far won’t budge on their £84m valuation.
      Aubameyang, 33, scored 13 goals for Barca in the second half of last seasonCredit: Rex More

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      N’Golo Kante set for a MONTH out with injury sustained against Tottenham in huge blow to Chelsea

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      N’GOLO KANTE faces a month out after the Chelsea midfielder hurt his hamstring in an inspirational display against Tottenham.The France anchorman, 31, is awaiting an MRI scan to see if he will miss up to FIVE Premier League games.
      N’Golo Kante was brilliant for Chelsea against Spurs until getting crocked late onCredit: Getty
      Midfield anchorman N’Golo Kante suffered what boss Thomas Tuchel called a ‘muscle injury’ and is now sweating on tests to see how long he’ll be outCredit: Rex
      The Blues fear he could sit out four weeks – missing matches against Leeds, Leicester, Southampton, West Ham and Fulham.
      Chelsea hope he’ll be back at the very latest for the home Premier League clash with Liverpool on September 18.
      Kante was taken off after 84 minutes of Sunday’s fierce 2-2 draw with Spurs at Stamford Bridge following treatment to his leg.
      At the time Blues’ boss Thomas Tuchel said “no good news” because his star performer had felt his hamstring problem “pretty strong”.
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      Arsenal were linked with a surprise move for Kante in July.
      But he’s started the season as the defensive kingpin in midfield for Tuchel.
      Kante, though, surely can’t afford an injury-hit season as he’s now in the last year of his Chelsea contract.
      As a high earner in his 30s, he could be vulnerable to the overhaul of the Blues’ wage bill by the club’s new owners
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      The former Leicester ace played just 26 times for Chelsea last term.
      But he’s returned from the summer break in supreme form.
      Ex-Crystal Palace loanee Conor Gallagher could be Kante’s replacement in the short term.
      But Tuchel is still chasing Barcelona’s Frenkie de Jong, amid strong rival interest from Manchester United.
      And the Blues have reportedly agreed a £17million deal for Inter Milan’s 19-year-old midfielder Cesare Casadei. More

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      Chelsea ‘agree £17m Cesare Casadei transfer after striking deal with Inter Milan for 19-year-old midfielder’

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      CHELSEA have reached a £17million deal to sign Inter Milan ace Cesare Casadei, reports suggest.The Blues have been keeping tabs on Casadei, 19, throughout the summer transfer window and had two offers rejected by Inter.
      Chelsea have reached a £17million deal with Inter Milan for Cesare CasadeiCredit: Getty
      Chelsea are expecting Inter Milan ace Cesare Casadei for a medical in LondonCredit: Getty
      According to Sky Sports, the West Londoners finally reached an agreement with the Nerazzurri worth an estimate £12.6m, plus £4.2m in add-ons, for the midfielder.
      The highly-rated teenager is expected to leave for England on Wednesday and then undergo a medical the next day.
      Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has plenty of options in midfield and is still chasing Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong.
      Therefore, Casadei may be placed into the development squad or sent back to Serie A on loan.
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      The Italy Under-19 international has been with Inter since the age of 15 after joining from Cesena.
      The midfielder has since stood out for the Under-19s as he amassed a staggering total of 25 goals and seven assists in 66 appearances with the Primavera side.
      The 6ft, 1in ace was recently praised by Italian national team coach Maurizio Viscidi as one to keep an eye on.
      Viscidi told Gazzetta dello Sport he was particularly impressed by his attacking qualities in the box, which he rates better than current Italy internationals Nicolo Barella and Davide Frattesi.
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      The young Italian has registered three goals in 12 caps with his country’s Under-19 side.
      However, Casadei never managed to make a senior appearance under Simone Inzaghi or Antonio Conte before him. More

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      Wesley Fofana ‘tells Leicester to let him LEAVE for Chelsea transfer as he fears being priced out of £85m move’

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      WESLEY FOFANA has urged Leicester to let him quit for a move to Chelsea.That’s with the star fearing he’s being priced out of a switch to Stamford Bridge this summer.
      Wesley Fofana fears being priced out of a move to Chelsea by LeicesterCredit: Getty
      Thomas Tuchel is a huge fan of Fofana, says the Guardian.
      And he wants the Frenchman, 21, to lead a defensive revolution at Chelsea after losing Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen.
      Leicester have already rejected two bids from the Blues, with the last reaching around £70million.
      The Foxes are adamant they are under no pressure to sell, despite failing to make one signing due to a lack of funds.
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      And they want at least £85m from Chelsea – a world-record fee for a defender.
      But the Blues are in no rush to offer that sum just yet.
      Chelsea are also targeting reinforcements in several other areas.
      And that could leave Fofana waiting in limbo for the rest of the month.
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      He is now said to be pushing hard for a Leicester move.
      And Fofana has begged club chiefs to do a deal with Chelsea as soon as possible.
      The ace isn’t the only Leicester centre-back being targeted this summer.
      Jannik Vestergaard has emerged as a target for Fulham, just one year after his move from Southampton.
      Leicester were hoping to pocket £12m for the Dane after accepting a bid from the Cottagers.
      But Vestergaard is thought to have rejected the offer, prompting Fulham to swiftly move for West Ham’s Issa Diop and Brighton’s Shane Duffy. More

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      Ex-Chelsea ace Oscar’s Flamengo transfer COLLAPSES at last minute as he releases statement after being pictured in shirt

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      EX-CHELSEA star Oscar saw a return to Brazil scuppered after club Shanghai SIPG reportedly decided against signing documents allowing the deal to go ahead. The two-time Premier League winner, 30, has spent the last five years playing in China for Shanghai following a £54million transfer.
      Chelsea hero Oscar has been pictured in a Flamengo shirt ahead of a proposed move from ShanghaiCredit: Getty
      Oscar sealed a £54m move to China aged 25Credit: PA:Press Association
      The Brazilian has spent the last five years in the Chinese leagueCredit: AFP
      However, Oscar was hoping to end his spell in Asia and sign for Brazilian side Flamengo.
      According to Fabrizio Romano, Oscar signed a contract with Flamengo on August 5.
      But Shanghai “didn’t sign final documents and so decided against verbal agreement”.
      Oscar even took pictures in the Flamengo top, confirming his desire to seal the move.
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      On the transfer breakdown, Oscar said: “I appreciate the interest of Flamengo and the fans, but it was not possible to do so at that moment. 
      “I wish the club the best of luck and all the friends I have there for the remainder of this season. Thank you all!”
      The Brazilian’s transfer to play in the Chinese league was one of many high profile moves.
      The likes of Didier Drogba, Nicolas Anelka and Robinho all sealed transfers.
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      But notably, Oscar was just 25 at the time and was at the peak of his powers at Stamford Bridge.
      A number of Europes elite were tracking his progress in 2017 and beforehand. More

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      Man Utd ‘are ready to launch Hakim Ziyech transfer bid’ with Erik ten Hag keen on reunion with Chelsea star

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are prepared to launch an official bid for Chelsea midfielder Hakim Ziyech, according to reports.The Red Devils have struggled to tempt any of their top transfer targets to Old Trafford this summer.
      Man Utd are prepared to launch an offer for ZiyechCredit: Getty
      Erik ten Hag is still pushing to sign Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona, but the midfielder is reluctant to make the switch.
      And with the transfer window nearing its close, United chiefs are now seeking alternative midfield reinforcements.
      According to French football journalist Nabil Djellit, Man Utd are now set to launch an offer for Ziyech.
      The midfielder has been identified as one of Ten Hag’s priority targets, with claims suggesting that the board would be willing to meet his valuation as long as Chelsea are not too ‘greedy’ with their asking price.
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      Ziyech joined Chelsea in a £37million transfer from Ajax in 2020, but has since failed to establish himself as a regular starter in Thomas Tuchel’s squad.
      In 83 appearances for the club he’s scored 14 goals and assisted 10.
      He also played a key role in helping Chelsea to the Champions League title in 2021.
      However, following the arrival of Raheem Sterling, the Morocco international is now even less likely to feature in the squad this season.
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      And Chelsea are willing to accept a £24m loss in order to offload him.
      AC Milan are also in the race to sign Ziyech, with The Blues reportedly willing to accept £8m for his services. More

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      Chelsea ‘willing to wait until the end’ to complete Frenkie de Jong transfer with Barcelona ‘believing he will go’

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      CHELSEA are reportedly ready to wait until the end of the transfer window before moving for Frenkie de Jong.Sport claims the Barcelona star is a top priority for Thomas Tuchel this summer.
      Chelsea are ready to wait before making their move for Barcelona’s Frenkie de JongCredit: Getty
      But the Blues are willing to bide their time to drive the price down.
      De Jong’s priority is to stay at the Nou Camp.
      That’s despite Barca telling the Dutchman he must accept a 50 per cent pay cut while still being owed £14million in deferred wages.
      Manchester United are also keen on a deal for De Jong.
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      And Barcelona are ready to accept offers of £63million from interested parties, as they believe De Jong will NOT be their player next month.
      However, Chelsea are thought to be ahead of United in the race.
      And new owner Todd Boehly has already forged good relations with Barca chiefs after meeting for lunch last month.
      Yet the American knows that the longer De Jong’s saga rumbles on, the easier it will become to sign him.
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      Barcelona are desperate to ensure the playmaker’s wages are not included in the budget for the new LaLiga season.
      And should De Jong remain on their books come the end of the month, they would likely accept a lower bid from Chelsea.
      The midfielder isn’t the only player on Tuchel’s wish list for August.
      Everton have turned down two Chelsea bids for winger Anthony Gordon, with the latest reaching £45m.
      The Blues are also preparing a world-record £85m offer for Leicester defender Wesley Fofana.
      And they are set to return to Barcelona too with a bid for striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. More