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Understand Renato Veiga said yes to Atlético Madrid! No issues on personal terms. Atlético and Chelsea remain in direct talks for Renato Veiga, as reported over the weekend. Chelsea insist on package reaching €40m with add-ons included. (Fabrizio Romano)

The Blues Feed understand that for the LW/10 Hybrid role Chelsea are targeting Morgan Roger's remains the number one target. If Chelsea decided he is unattainable they will revert to Xavi Simmons.

BREAKING: Chelsea have started talks with Xavi Simons camp. (@Plettigoal)

Atlético Madrid has already made its second offer to Chelsea for Renato Veiga: £30m. The clubs are in talks. (@Tanziloic & @lequipe via @atletiuniverse)

Benfica are set to launch a final attack for Joao Felix and hope to close the deal this week. The transfer would be around 20-25 million euros for 50% of his rights. (Record)

Liverpool have finalized a deal with Eintracht Frankfurt to sign 23-year-old forward Hugo Ekitike for £79m (£69m fixed, £10m in performance-based bonuses) (David Ornstein)

Manchester United have identified Benjamin Šeško and Nicolas Jackson as their two main striker targets! (@SkySportDE)

Liverpool is likely to replace Luis Díaz (28) with Real Madrid winger Rodrygo (24) if the Colombian international leaves the Reds. (@L'Equipe) 💸💸💸💸

Saudi Arabia side Neom SC are interested in signing Axel Disasi. Neom FC would like to recruit Ismaël Doukouré this summer. Direct talks are taking place directly with the BlueCo leaders for the France U21 international. [L’Equipe]

Chelsea are still showing an appreciation for Alejandro Garnacho. (@FabrizioRomano)

Outline agreement between Liverpool & Eintracht Frankfurt for transfer of Hugo Ekitike to #LFC. Work needed to formally get it done; expected next day or so. If all add-ons met #SGE anticipate club-record sale (currently €95m) (David Ornstein)

Newcastle United, Villarreal, and Juventus have all made inquiries and are in the race to sign Chelsea defender Axel Disasi (27). (FabriceHawkins)

Chelsea admire Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford. He is on their shortlist of goalkeepers. Joe Shields is a big fan of James Trafford. (MattLaw)

Understand Renato Veiga is on the shortlist for Atlético Madrid. There are more options, but Atlético are monitoring Veiga’s situation. The 21 y/o versatile defender could leave Chelsea if a suitable offer arrives. Price valuation: €30–35 million. Many enquiries have also been made. His contract runs until 2031. (@SkySportDE)

More on James Trafford and Manchester City exclusive story. Contacts between Man City and Burnley have already started as City want to negotiate fee lower than buy back clause worth £40m. Deal also depends on Ortega or Éderson exit. Manchester City considering move for James Trafford to return to the club this summer… …but only if one of their two main GKs leaves. Contacts took place in the recent days as Man City have buy back clause, this is why Newcastle deal is not sealed yet. (Fabrizio Romano)

Chelsea have informed Manchester United on conditions of deal for Nicolas Jackson. Manchester United still discussing their striker target internally and sales will be important. Chelsea are not desperate to sell the striker. (@FabrizioRomano)

Chelsea are ready to offer players like Nicolas Jackson to Aston Villa, in a swap deal for Morgan Rogers. (@GraemeBailey)

So the same club that Owns Newcastle wants to buy Isak 🤷‍♂️ Nothing dodgy going on here at all 🙅‍♂️🤐

Understand Alexander Isak has given initial green light to start discussion for Al-Hilal Talks ongoing between the Saudi club and his agents. (@Santi J FM)

EXCLUSIVE Hugo Ekitike and Liverpool reached an agreement over 6 year contract. The player only wants Liverpool. In the last 24h he has rejected Manchester United. Newcastle have already left talks. Negociation ongoing between Frankfurt and Liverpool. ( @FabriceHawkins)

Liverpool want to sign Rodrygo, reports @ESPNBrasil

🔵News from Matt Law - - Maresca’s expectation at the start of the season internally is to finish T4 and improve. - Colwill, Palmer, James and Caicedo considered the untouchables. - Chelsea aren’t forcing a Gk incoming, the fact they had a go at Maignan makes Matt think they’ll still look at opportunities. - Massive Fear amongst clubs about committing to Rodrygo. It could end up like Sterling at Chelsea if it goes wrong. - If Chelsea sign a winger, It will likely be Fofana or Garnacho as they were placed on a 3 man winger list with Gittens. - If Chelsea sign a winger, It will likely be Fofana or Garnacho as they were placed on a 3 man winger list with Gittens. - if Jackson goes Villa, keep an eye on Rogers. - Nkunku for Garnacho deal possible.

Malick Fofana would cost €30m. (@laprovence)

Chelsea have held fresh talks with Eberechi Eze’s agents! No club-to-club contact yet, but Eze has a £65m release clause—Chelsea could offer players like Trevoh Chalobah to sweeten the deal. Palace have a few Blues on their wish list. Meanwhile, Xavi Simons remains a target as Chelsea look to boost their attack after CWC success. 😶🙂‍↕️ (Simon Phillips)

Coventry City have made enquiries about taking Kiano Dyer on loan from Chelsea. Club sees him as a perfect fit for their midfield rebuild. Chelsea open to a Championship loan with guarantees. (@JohnHarriott)