Chelsea Transfer News Today: Gallagher EXILED, Palmer signs NEW CONTRACT, Felix DISCUSSIONS

Cameron Smith

• 13 Aug 2024 20:30 BST
• 4 min read

FootballTransfers runs through the latest Chelsea football transfer news updates, including the latest on Conor Gallagher, Cole Palmer and Joao Felix.

Cole Palmer signs new deal

Cole Palmer has officially signed a two-year contract extension at Chelsea.

Palmer’s existing deal at Chelsea was due to expire in June 2031, but he has committed his future to the club by extending terms until June 2033.

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The 22-year-old now has the longest contract of any player in Chelsea’s first-team squad, overtaking Enzo Fernandez, whose current deal runs until 2032.

Palmer told the club's website: “I’m delighted to sign this new deal. I achieved a lot in my first season here and hopefully I can continue to experience great things at this club, both on a personal level and in terms of bringing success and trophies to Chelsea.”

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Conor Gallagher update

Conor Gallagher has returned to London after five days in Madrid. The England international has passed his medical and signed his contract with Diego Simeone’s side, but the move is now in danger.

Samu Omorodion will no longer join Chelsea and with the two deals linked, Gallagher is now in limbo.

Furthermore, Sky Sports have reported that Gallagher will be exiled from Chelsea’s first-team upon his return to Cobham and will instead be forced to train with the club’s U21 side.

Raheem Sterling exit?

In the wake of Pedro Neto’s arrival at Chelsea, Juventus have expressed an interest in signing Raheem Sterling.

However, The Athletic have now cast doubt on the Old Lady's interest.

The report states that there is 'no substance' to links between Sterling and Juventus. In fact, it is claimed that the 29-year-old is fully focused on heading into the new season as a Chelsea player under Enzo Maresca.

Joao Felix talks

With Gallagher’s move to Atletico Madrid in danger, Chelsea are in talks to sign Joao Felix in a bid to ensure the Englishman is still able to join Simeone's side.

Jorge Mendes, Felix’s agent, is in London to discuss a potential move to Chelsea, as per Fabrizio Romano.

Crystal Palace raid

Crystal Palace are interested in Chelsea duo Trevoh Chalobah and Carney Chukwuemeka, according to The Sun.

Palace have rejected three separate bids for Marc Guehi, but Newcastle United remain interested in the England international, and Chalobah is seen as a potential replacement.

Meanwhile, Crystal Palace are reportedly willing to pay up to €23 million to sign Chukwuemeka this summer.

Atletico Madrid want N’Golo Kante

Atletico Madrid have opened talks with Chelsea legend N’Golo Kante, according to Relevo.

Gallagher may still join Atletico Madrid, but the Spanish giants have initiated contact with Kante’s camp as they eye alternatives.