Chelsea Transfer News Today: Toney PUSH, Penders ANNOUNCED, Osimhen BOOST

Updated: 27 Aug 2024 13:29 BST
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FootballTransfers runs through the latest Chelsea football transfer news updates, including the latest on Ivan Toney, Mike Penders and Victor Osimhen.

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Ivan Toney PUSH

Chelsea have made a move to sign Brentford forward Ivan Toney, according to Sky Sports reporter Kaveh Solhekol.

He posted on X: “Chelsea have made a move to sign Ivan Toney from Brentford. They want a proven goalscorer to be their new No. 9.

“He will fit into their wage structure and transfer fee will be reasonable. Toney has incredible offer from Saudi but Chelsea can offer Premier League football.”

Toney, 28, has been excluded from Brentford’s matchday squad for both of their Premier League matches so far this season, with Thomas Frank citing “transfer speculation” as the reason for his absence.

As a result, he is expected to leave Brentford this week.

News of Chelsea's renewed interest comes after Ben Jacobs reported that Toney has accepted Al-Ahli's contract proposal worth close to €60m over three years.

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Mike Penders announced

Chelsea have officially announced the signing of KRC Genk goalkeeper Mike Penders.

The 19-year-old has signed a contract at Stamford Bridge that runs until 2032, and Chelsea have paid a reported €20 million for his services.

Despite being announced as a new signing, Penders will at Genk for the 2024-25 campaign and he will then officially join Chelsea next summer.

Victor Osimhen latest

Paris Saint-Germain have withdrawn from contention to sign Napoli forward Victor Osimhen.

The Nigeria international has been heavily linked with a move to the Parc des Princes over recent weeks and reports from France suggested that he favoured joining PSG over Chelsea or Arsenal.

But, Fabrizio Romano and Le Parisien have stated that PSG will not submit a bid for the Napoli superstar.

As a result, it may open the door for Arsenal or Chelsea to lodge a late offer.

Jadon Sancho competition

Bayern Munich are interested in signing Man Utd winger Jadon Sancho, according to HITC.

Sancho is expected to leave the Old Trafford outfit before the summer transfer window closes on 30 August, and multiple clubs have been linked with a move.

Borussia Dortmund have ruled out a permanent move for Sancho, but would reportedly be open to a loan deal, while Juventus remain the frontrunners for the 24-year-old.

Chelsea are also keen on completing a deal for Sancho, as per multiple reports.

The Blues are reportedly looking into the possibility of landing Sancho via a swap deal, with both Ben Chilwell and Raheem Sterling named as potential options to join Man Utd in exchange.

Nicolas Jackson to Aston Villa?

Aston Villa are reportedly eyeing a shock move for Chelsea forward Nicolas Jackson as they pursue a replacement for Jhon Duran.

The Senegal international is one of Unai Emery’s preferred targets, according to CaughtOffside, and Villa have reportedly been monitoring him for over a year.

Despite Chelsea’s pursuit of Victor Osimhen, the Blues are unlikely to allow Jackson to leave, especially given the summer window will close on 30 August.

Kepa Arrizabalaga to Bournemouth

Bournemouth have agreed a deal to sign Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga on loan, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Spaniard was expected to leave Stamford Bridge on a permanent deal this summer, but he will instead join Andoni Iraola’s side on a season-long loan move.

Kepa has also signed a one-year contract extension at Chelsea, meaning his deal with the Blues is now valid until 2026, while he is now undergoing medical tests at Bournemouth’s training ground.

Romano has confirmed that an agreement has been reached between all parties, with the deal now considered done.

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Everton swap deal?

Chelsea are reportedly considering a move that would see Armando Broja join Everton and Dominic Calvert-Lewin move in the opposite direction.

Broja is expected to leave Stamford Bridge before Deadline Day, but a move to Ipswich Town is in doubt due to a foot injury.

As a result, Chelsea are exploring alternative options and with Broja admired by Everton, the Blues are now eyeing a potential move for Calvert-Lewin, as per The Athletic.

Trevoh Chalobah could stay

Crystal Palace are interested in Trevoh Chalobah, but the defender could stay at Chelsea this summer.

The Englishman was omitted from the club’s pre-season tour and is yet to feature this campaign, however he could remain with the Blues if Axel Disasi leaves.

That is according to The Athletic, who report that Disasi is currently of interest to Newcastle.

Two academy stars to leave

Tino Anjorin is expected to complete a move to Empoli very shortly, while Sami Mokbel has reported that Al-Ettifqa are interested in signing Harvey Vale.