Chelsea Transfers

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Everton turn to Chelsea's Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall as top target ‘pushed’ to join Nottingham Forest

https://www.teamtalk.com/everton/everton-turn-to-Chelsea-star-as-top-target-pushed-to-join-nottingham-forest-report

Everton are weighing up a move for Chelsea midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall this summer after hitting obstacles in the pursuit of another target.

The Toffees are set for a very busy end to the transfer window as David Moyes looks to strengthen in multiple positions, with centre-midfield being one.

Moyes wants to bring in more competition for the likes of Idrissa Gana Gueye and James Garner, with other options Tim Iroegbunam and Harrison Armstrong lacking Premier League experience.

According to Paul Joyce of The Times, Everton have shown interest in Chelsea star Dewsbury-Hall, who could be available for the right price this summer.

The 26-year-old started just two Premier League games last season and after Chelsea have made a slew of new additions this summer, he could see his minutes further limited.

Dewsbury-Hall could therefore look to take on a new challenge this summer, with his eyes set on breaking into the England squad ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

TEAMtalk exclusively revealed Everton’s interest in Dewsbury-Hall back in April and the Chelsea star remains under consideration, while another target is proving difficult to get.

TEAMtalk has consistently reported that Juventus midfielder Douglas Luiz, formerly of Aston Villa, has also been considered by Everton.

The Brazilian is keen on a return to the Premier League after failing to make a big impact in Serie A, but new reports suggest that Nottingham Forest hold the advantage over the Toffees in the race.

GiveMeSport claim that Everton ‘cannot afford’ Juventus’ asking price, ‘which has recently been lowered to £34.9m (€40m).’

Forest are also in talks with Juventus and Luiz’s entourage, and the report states that the midfielder is being ‘pushed’ to join the Tricky Trees instead.

TEAMtalk understands that it is not a case of Everton not being able to afford Luiz, but it is true that they are reluctant to overpay on targets.

The Toffees’ position has always been that they want to sign Luiz on loan, with an option to buy included in the deal, which isn’t idea for Juve.

Dewsbury-Hall represents an exciting alternative but again, Chelsea are reluctant to let him go cheaply, with a valuation of £30m reportedly in play.

Everton, meanwhile, are also looking to bring in a new winger, with Southampton star Tyler Dibling a top target, while Sevilla right-back Juanlu is also under consideration.

A loan deal for Manchester City ace Jack Grealish remains a possibility, but negotiations are only likely to progress later in the transfer window.

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Chelsea-linked player wants to stay at his current team

Florian Plettenberg posted on X stating that sources close to Min-jae have rejected any claims of the centre-back looking to leave Bayern Munich this summer. They said:

"Min-jae is fully focused on FC Bayern and will stay, unless something extraordinary happens."

Chelsea have been linked with a move for Kim Min-jae for quite some time now. The former Napoli defender joined Bayern Munich in 2023. However, the South Korean international’s time at the German club hasn’t gone as he would have hoped.

During the Club World Cup, Kim didn’t get a single minute of action despite being fit to play. The arrival of Jonathan Tah won’t help his case either, which could cause the 28-year-old to consider a move away. 

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1 hour ago, ahmedou said:

 

 Luuk de Jong turns 35yo in 3 weeks

those plonkers on the X thread all act like this was some super masterful buy

lololol

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When i see pictures of Como Lake, I realise how shit living in The South of England is. Depressing man.

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Chelsea told to pay £80 million to sign Morgan Rogers

https://thehardtackle.com/transfer-news/2025/08/03/Chelsea-told-to-pay-80-million-to-sign-morgan-rogers/

Aston Villa are reportedly play hardball as Chelsea push for top attacking target Morgan Rogers in the summer transfer window.

Chelsea’s pursuit of Morgan Rogers has hit a financial wall, with Aston Villa reportedly demanding over £80 million for their prized forward. Enzo Maresca is believed to be a huge admirer of the 23-year-old and has placed him high on Chelsea’s summer wishlist, but the Villans are making it clear they have no intention of letting him leave on the cheap.

According to a report by Football Insider, Rogers is viewed as a “dream signing” at Stamford Bridge. The Blues have been monitoring the former Manchester City academy product ever since his resurgence at Villa Park under Unai Emery, where he delivered an impressive campaign and became a fan favourite.

Chelsea explore swap options as Aston Villa stand firm

Chelsea have already tested the waters with an ambitious offer involving cash plus players, including Tosin Adarabioyo and Nicolas Jackson, in a bid to bring the England international to west London. However, Aton Villa swiftly rejected the approach, with insiders revealing that the Midlands club have no intention of weakening their squad, especially with Champions League football on the horizon.

Despite Aston Villa’s financial concerns amid the Profit and Sustainability Rules, they remain steadfast in their desire to keep Rogers. He still has five years left on his current deal, giving the club the upper hand in negotiations and allowing them to set such a high asking price.

Morgan Rogers move is not dead yet

Former Aston Villa scout Mick Brown recently suggested that the club is “confident” Rogers will stay, and sources believe it would take an extraordinary offer to even tempt Villa to reconsider. That said, Chelsea are unlikely to walk away from their pursuit without trying every possible angle, be it an improved bid or a more lucrative player-plus-cash deal.

Football Insider’s Pete O’Rourke said, “Chelsea see Morgan Rogers as a player who could elevate their attack. They’ve tracked him for a long time and believe he fits Maresca’s system perfectly. But with Villa valuing him at £80 million+, it’s a difficult deal to do.”

Still, this is a transfer window where Chelsea have been nothing if not bold, and with Maresca keen to shape the squad in his image, a late push for Rogers shouldn’t be ruled out. If Chelsea can get creative and persuasive, the Morgan Rogers saga could yet have a Stamford Bridge twist before the window slams shut.

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5 hours ago, Duppy Conqueror said:

When it's for games the saving a few hours travel makes some sense.but for a transfer I wouldn't risk getting in the skies for. From someone that spends a yearly average of about 400 hours In the sky.i still wouldn't risk it for a domestic flight in England.

All you need to do is look back at what happened to Sala. As you said, it isn't worth taking the risk at all.

Edited yesterday at 00:45 by LAM09

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With Hato done we now should be sealing the Xavi deal this week, get him and ready either for Leverkusen or more likely the Milan game

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12 hours ago, Vesper said:

I saw a thing somewhere, maybe in here, claiming that we are looking for £100m a season. No doubt that's after City's record breaking deal.

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Carney talks are back underway with Dortmund

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Everton have sent official bid for Dewsbury Hall, talks on going club to club talks underway