Manchester City attacker Raheem Sterling is a player that is very high up on Chelsea's list and with his contract expiring in June 2023 it is definitely a situation to keep an eye on.
With the departure of Romelu Lukaku to Inter on the cards, Chelsea are confident to close Sterling deal, with head coach Thomas Tuchel a big fan of the Englishman. The 27-year-old is originally from London, which could make a move to the west London side appeal to him. The club is now working: the transfer fee could be around 35 million pounds deal.
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Chelsea, doubts over Dembele
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New centre-back: Aké and Koundé two names
Jules Koundé is another priority target for Chelsea this summer. The Blues came close in agreeing a fee last year, till Sevilla moved the goalposts at the last minute. Kounde would be keen on a move to Chelsea, with Marina Granovskaia in regular contract with Kounde's agents - she shares a good relationship with the Frenchman's camp.
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Tuchel is also thought to be a big fan of Manchester City defender Nathan Ake, who used to play for the west London club. It is seen as another situation to keep an eye on.