Jase 43,479 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 On the Guardian... https://www.theguardian.com/football/2020/aug/19/chelsea-reopen-talks-with-leverkusen-over-havertz-but-clubs-are-30m-apart?CMP=share_btn_tw Chelsea are attempting to convince Bayer Leverkusen to lower the asking price for Kai Havertz as they look to complete a deal to sign the Germany forward. While Havertz is determined to join Frank Lampard’s side this summer, Chelsea’s latest offer of €65m (£58.6m) plus €15m in add-ons falls below Leverkusen’s valuation. The Bundesliga side are determined to hold out for €100m for the highly rated 21-year-old. Chelsea, who have already agreed personal terms on a five-year deal with Havertz, remain in talks with Leverkusen but are likely to have to increase their offer, potentially via agreeing to pay more in add-ons. However, while Leverkusen are aware that Havertz wants to leave, they do not want the issue to drag on and affect their preparations for the new Bundesliga season, which starts on 18 September. Havertz is regarded as one of the best young talents in Europe and signing him would represent a coup for Chelsea, who have already strengthened their attack with the signings of Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech. Bayern Munich and Real Madrid have courted the Germany international but are unable to afford him this summer, leaving Chelsea in pole position. Havertz, who has two years left on his current deal, is keen for a fresh challenge following Leverkusen’s failure to qualify for the Champions League. However Leverkusen, who are interested in bolstering their attack by signing Patrick Schick from Roma for €28m, remain determined to extract full value for Havertz. The question for Chelsea, who have allowed the veteran wingers Pedro and Willian to join Roma and Arsenal respectively, is how high they are willing to go. Lampard needs to ensure he still has funds for defensive reinforcements. Chelsea conceded 54 goals in the league despite finishing fourth last season and need to improve at the back. They are interested in West Ham’s defensive midfielder, Declan Rice, and the Leicester left-back Ben Chilwell. It is understood that suggestions of a deal for Chilwell being close are premature. However Chelsea could ramp up their interest in the England left-back if Emerson Palmieri seals a move to Internazionale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 Kai Havertz set to become the most expensive German player in history – the latest https://www.getfootballnewsgermany.com/2020/kai-havertz-set-to-become-the-most-expensive-german-player-in-history-the-latest/ Chelsea are close to signing 21-year-old Bayer Leverkusen attacker Kai Havertz for a fee reported to be around €100 million, according to Sport Bild. The Germany international will sign a five-year contract with the Premier League club worth €100 million, including bonuses, which would make Havertz the most expensive German player of all time. It’s suggested that the 21-year-old has already agreed personal terms with Chelsea but the two clubs now need to finalise a final transfer package before the talented German forward can join Frank Lampard’s side. Talks have excelled over recent days after Leverkusen were knocked out of the Europa League by Italian side Inter Milan with Havertz keen to get his Premier League move sealed as soon as possible. Havertz is one of world football’s brightest prospects and last season scored 18 times and assisted on 9 occasions in 45 matches across all competitions. His versatility to play either as a striker, attacking midfielder or as a right-winger make him one of the most desirable young players available in this summers transfer-market. “We have a clear and mutual agreement with him and his representatives that he can only leave under certain conditions. Otherwise he will stay,” Leverkusen chief Rudi Völler told Kicker last week. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strike 7,489 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 5 minutes ago, Jason said: On the Guardian... https://www.theguardian.com/football/2020/aug/19/chelsea-reopen-talks-with-leverkusen-over-havertz-but-clubs-are-30m-apart?CMP=share_btn_tw It is understood that suggestions of a deal for Chilwell being close are premature. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 23 minutes ago, Strike said: It is understood that suggestions of a deal for Chilwell being close are premature. Yeah but no mention of Reguilon there. It's still all Chilwell. killer1257 and Strike 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special Juan 28,141 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 The pressure will also be coming from Havertz onto Leverkusen, the kid will want to get training and start as quick as possible here. Like I said before, it is in the interest of Leverkusen to get this done, they need the money to strengthen and the season starts soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1chelsea 864 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 Sweet!!! Panic and push the red button. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milka 3,393 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 LMAO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pizy 18,916 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 So in reality, not as encouraging as last night suggested then. Being €20m apart is quite a large difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dimitr 488 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 But Romano said that we will use extra add -ons to close the gap . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 27 minutes ago, Pizy said: So in reality, not as encouraging as last night suggested then. Being €20m apart is quite a large difference. Do I sense you losing hope again? Pizy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OneMoSalah 8,886 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 Why are we fucking around? I know he wants to come here but it just takes a club to offer 10-15M more than us to steal him basically by sounds of it because Leverkusen want a deal done. Get the finger out. Fuck sakes. Id be royally fucked off if United come in and drop the money they apparently bid for Sancho on him and get him. Atomiswave 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pizy 18,916 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 Falk's update last night suggested this was just about done. Now this latest brief from some English reporters makes it sound as though this will continue to drag on for a while. Bayer digging their heels in, Chelsea trying to lower their asking price. Basically nothing has changed... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 2 minutes ago, Pizy said: Falk's update last night suggested this was just about done. Now this latest brief from some English reporters makes it sound as though this will continue to drag on for a while. Bayer digging their heels in, Chelsea trying to lower their asking price. Basically nothing has changed... Is it? It seems Havertz has pushed for the move again and there seems to be greater urgency now on both clubs' part to agree on a deal sooner rather than later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jase 43,479 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 21 minutes ago, OneMoSalah said: Why are we fucking around? I know he wants to come here but it just takes a club to offer 10-15M more than us to steal him basically by sounds of it because Leverkusen want a deal done. Get the finger out. Fuck sakes. Id be royally fucked off if United come in and drop the money they apparently bid for Sancho on him and get him. When will people realize that United don't need a player like Havertz? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special Juan 28,141 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 13 minutes ago, Pizy said: Falk's update last night suggested this was just about done. Now this latest brief from some English reporters makes it sound as though this will continue to drag on for a while. Bayer digging their heels in, Chelsea trying to lower their asking price. Basically nothing has changed... I would trust Falck over the English gutter press. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Special Juan 28,141 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 Told ya....In other words......Get a fucking move on and let me go you clowns. bigbluewillie 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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BXL70 396 Posted August 19, 2020 Share Posted August 19, 2020 65 straight + 15 of bonus based on performance is very good deal for Bayern Leverkusen given also the current economic circumstances. They decline? Fair enough, let's move on. Let's splash this money on world-class left back and central defender instead. kellzfresh 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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