The Mail Online understands that Chelsea are close to agreeing a deal that will see Benfica midfielder Nemanja Matic return to Stamford Bridge, two-and-a-half years after he moved in the opposite direction. The 25 year old was initially used as a makeweight in David Luiz’s transfer to Chelsea, and now looks set to return to
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Luiz rejected Barcelona offer
Chelsea defender David Luiz has revealed that he turned down a move to Barcelona during the recently closed transfer window, according to the Express. The Brazil international was linked with a move to the Nou Camp all summer, and he himself has confirmed that their interest was backed up by an official approach which he
Chelsea loan Lukaku to Everton
Chelsea did not make any additions to their squad on transfer deadline day, though they did sent a number of their players out on loan. The most notable of those to secure a temporary move away from Stamford Bridge was striker Romelu Lukaku, who has moved to Everton for the remainder of the season. The
Chelsea sign Atsu from Porto
Chelsea have completed the signing of winger Christian Atsu from Porto, according to Sky Sports. The Ghana international has put pen to paper on a five year contract after the two clubs agreed a fee of around £3.5m, though he will spend the rest of this season on loan with Dutch club Vitesse Arnhem. He
Blues considering £5m Eto’o swoop
Chelsea may be able to sign Anzhi Makhachkala’s Samuel Eto’o for as little as £5m, the Guardian understands. Jose Mourinho has been searching for a new striker all summer, but looks increasingly unlikely to secure a deal for Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney after seeing both of their bids for the England international knocked back. Eto’o
Chelsea lining up third Rooney bid
Chelsea are preparing a third bid for Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney, the Guardian understands. Jose Mourinho remains keen on agreeing a deal for the 27 year old despite David Moyes insistence that the 27 year old is not for sale. The Blues opening two offers – the latest of which thought to be around £25m