Chelsea have reportedly stepped up their pursuit of Leipzig sensation Xavi Simons. Talks have accelerated between the two clubs over a potential move, with it now expected a formal offer will be submitted in the coming days, perhaps after the club’s opening Bundesliga game against Bayern. The Dutchman would be available for around £60m.

Chelsea on Friday confirmed that Renato Veiga has left Stamford Bridge for La Liga club Villarreal on a permanent transfer. The Blues disclosed this in a

Chelsea transfer news as Xavi Simons prepares to play his league game of the season with a spooky overlap in narratives on Friday night