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Robin Bairner
- Updated: 25 Sept 2024 08:38 BST
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The summer window was a crazy one for Chelsea as they were once again one of the biggest spenders.
Mauricio Pochettino joined the Blues last summer, however he lasted just 11 months in charge and left by mutual consent on 21 May after a post-season review meeting.
The Blues subsequently announced on 3 June that Enzo Maresca had been appointed as their new manager.
Although Todd Boehly has overseen a spend of more than €1.2 billion on new players since arriving at the club in 2022, there has been no success to show for it, with the Stamford Bridge outfit finishing 12th in his first campaign as owner and sixth in 2023-24.
However, Chelsea continued to target a raft of promising young players, despite the evident need for more experience in the dressing room. Other high-profile targets such as Victor Osimhen and Ivan Toney did not arrive.
The west London club signed Jadon Sancho, Pedro Neto, Joao Felix, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Filip Jorgensen, Omari Kellyman, Aaron Anselmino, Renato Veiga, Caleb Wiley, Marc Guiu and Tosin Adarabioyo this summer, while Estevao Willian, Mike Penders and Kendry Paez will arrive in 2025.
In addition, Chelsea sold the likes of Romelu Lukaku, Ian Maatsen, Lewis Hall and Omari Hutchinson, with Hakim Ziyech and Thiago Silva departing on free transfers.
Our Chelsea transfer live blog brings you all the latest news surrounding the Blues, including exclusives from our own reporters as well as checking out what the other big names are saying (including the likes of Fabrizio Romano and David Ornstein).
Despite the window being closed, the Stamford Bridge rumour mill continues to be in full swing.
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A view to sign Duran
Chilwell returns
Ben Chilwell came back from the cold last night as he took part in the Blues' comprehensive 5-0 victory over Barrow at Stamford Bridge.
The left-back came off the bench in the Carabao Cup performance and got a strong reception from the home crowd.
Here are some of his match stats:
- Match rating – 7.1
- Minutes played – 45
- Touches – 36
- Accurate passes – 24/28
- Chances created – 2
- Tackles won – 1/3
- Clearences – 1
(courtesy of Fotmob)
Romano reveals Blues transfer secret
Nkunku now top scorer
Christopher Nkunku is now the Blues' top scorer after netting himself a hat-trick on Tuesday night against Barrow in the Carabao Cup.
The goals put him ahead of Noni Maduake and Nicholas Jackson, who have both been firing in the Premier League.
Chelsea top scorers in all competitions
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Christopher Nkunku | 6 |
| Noni Madueke | 4 |
| Nicolas Jackson | 4 |
| Cole Palmer | 2 |
| Joao Felix | 1 |
| Pedro Neto | 1 |
| Own goals by opponent | 1 |
Mudryk could still save Chelsea career
Maresca comments on Estevao form
Chelsea have already agreed a deal to sign Estevao Willian from Palmeiras this coming summer and the youngster has been tearing it up in Brazil.
The 17-year-old has scored nine goals and registered seven assists in 22 appearances this term, and Enzo Maresca was recently asked about this form.
“He’s performing fantastically, but unfortunately he’s performing there and not here," the Chelsea boss responded.
"We’ll wait until next summer when he arrives, but we’re very happy with the way he’s doing things."
Barcelona want Chelsea target Duran
Barcelona are plotting a plan to sign Jhon Duran from Aston Villa this summer as a long-term eplacement for Robert Lewandowski.
The Colombian striker has been in superb form for Villa so far this season, as despite starting just one game, which came in the League Cup on Tuesday, he already has five goals to his name.
He was linked with a host of clubs this past summer, including Chelsea, but Villa ended up keeping him around. (El Nacional)
Enzo serious about silverware
Cheslea boss Enzo Maresca has explained that Tuesdays night's win over Barrow shows how serious his team are about winning silverware this season.
"This type of game, I'm always worried a lot because they are tricky game," said the Blues manager.
"Football is full of these games, where you underestimate the other team; you concede goals and you concede chances.
“But tonight I think the performance was very good and we showed how serious we are."
Blues move to next round
Good morning Chelsea fans!
It was an emphatic victory on Tuesday night against Barrow.
The Blues saw off the League Two side 5-0 at Stamford Bridge in the Carabao Cup.
Mudryk exit lingers
Mykhaylo Mudryk is edging closer to the exit door at Chelsea, according to a report from FootballInsider.
The Ukraine winger has played just 61 minutes of Premier League football this season while Enzo Maresca has often bemoaned some of his displays in public.
Duran competition
Barcelona have joined the race to sign Aston Villa forward Jhon Duran, according to reports in Spain.
Chelsea are also reportedly interested in the Colombian amid his uncertain future at Villa Park.
New Osimhen talks
Maresca: 'Dewsbury-Hall is not the main player'
I’m very happy with Kiernan. We need to understand that Kiernan was the main player at Leicester. He arrived here now and he’s not the main player, now he’s one of the players. For him, and any player in the world, you need to adapt mentally.
Enzo Maresca on Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.
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