Chelsea wants Lukaku gone at all costs! New Developments at the Bridge!

Negotiations between Chelsea and Inter are ongoing, with the Serie A club offering £25 million plus bonuses for Lukaku but falling short of his £40 million price tag. Lukaku did not join Chelsea's pre-season training and is also attracting interest from other clubs, such as Juventus and Qatar.
Meanwhile, Liverpool is preparing an offer for Chelsea's Levi Colwill, who recently won the Under-21 European Championships with England. Chelsea, however, is eager to retain Colwill and has already rejected Brighton's £40 million bid.
Additionally, Chelsea is open to offers for defender Trevoh Chalobah, with Inter Milan showing interest in the player, but Chelsea values him at £25 million.
Lukaku has been a love-hate story for those who buy tickets to watch the games at the Bridge. While he has had some scintillating performances for Chelsea, he's never been constant at it. When he returned to Chelsea, expectations were high with those with tickets, but eventually, it faded away.
It is a pivotal week for Lukaku's potential transfer, and Chelsea is keen to resolve the situation swiftly. While Lukaku prefers to return to Inter Milan, the allure of substantial financial offers from Saudi Arabia may sway his decision over time.
Dean Jones emphasizes Lukaku's ambition and enjoyment of life in Milan, suggesting he is not currently inclined to move to Saudi Arabia. However, continuous offers could eventually influence his mindset.
Chelsea is willing to partner with players for lucrative deals, as they understand the financial benefits. The club is working to finalize Lukaku's transfer, but other options remain.
Lukaku's future destination will become clearer as the transfer saga unfolds, with Inter Milan still the primary target.
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has approved several high-profile sales, including Christian Pulisic's move to AC Milan. As a result, Chelsea is looking to make new additions to their squad. On the other hand, Manchester United is still searching for a new goalkeeper and striker.
Chelsea is reportedly exploring the possibility of signing Neymar from Paris Saint-Germain, but the move depends on the Brazilian's willingness to leave the French club this summer. For Neymar it was made clear by the French fans with tickets that he is not welcome, but it will come down to whether Neymar wants to make it to the Premier League.
Bayern Munich officials have flown to London for talks with Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy as they intensify their pursuit of Harry Kane.
Meanwhile, Tottenham has shown interest in Chelsea's Levi Colwill, but the Blues firmly believe that the England U21 star is not for sale. Chelsea is also said to be preparing a bid for Lyon's young talent Rayan Cherki as they seek a replacement for Christian Pulisic following his move to AC Milan.
Chelsea's investment in youth prospects has been evident since last year's ownership change. The club has been actively signing some of the most promising youngsters in the world, with Matheus Franca being the latest talent linked to Chelsea. Last season alone, Chelsea signed over ten players under 21, including Carney Chukwuemeka, Andrey Santos, Cesare Casadei, David Datro Fofana, Noni Madueke, and Malo Gusto, among others.
Amidst the chaos, one move that got everyone who purchased tickets support is the academy empowerment. The fans also understand this is a step in the right direction for the club to grow in the next five years.
Continuing their pursuit of young talent, Chelsea recently signed 18-year-old Diego Moreira on a free transfer and secured a deal for 16-year-old Kendry Paez, who will remain at Independiente until 2025.
The club also acquired Ishe Samuels-Smith from Everton, further showcasing their commitment to nurturing promising players. Additionally, 18-year-old Brazilian forward Angelo Gabriel is expected to join Chelsea in the coming weeks.
But this one move will not go through.
While Chelsea initially showed interest in Matheus Franca, the latest update suggests a change of plans. According to Brazilian journalist Vene Casagrande, Chelsea has decided against making an offer for Franca. The club was displeased with the leaked news of their interest, leading to their decision to withdraw from the race for the 19-year-old's signature.
Franca's release clause is a staggering €200 million, making it the highest in Flamengo's history. However, it is unlikely that any club would be willing to pay such a hefty sum for a young player who is relatively unproven in European football. Crystal Palace offered €15 million, while Flamengo rejected Newcastle United's bid of £13.5 million. The Brazilian club reportedly holds out for around £21.4 million for Franca.
Although Chelsea has pulled out of the race, Matheus Franca remains highly regarded as one of Brazil's most promising emerging talents. Despite the setback, his potential and abilities continue to attract attention from clubs across Europe.
Chelsea's pursuit of a replacement for Christian Pulisic has led them to Rayan Cherki of Lyon. The London club has reportedly moved ahead of AC Milan in the race for the 19-year-old French talent and is now negotiating directly with Lyon.
The transfer fee is the remaining point of contention, with Lyon demanding £43 million while Chelsea believes they can reach a deal for around £34 million.
Cherki is one of the best young talents in Ligue 1. For the fans of Lyon who purchased tickets, he had kept the fire going in the club's 7th-place finish.
Despite not posting exceptional statistics last season, his game displays attributes of a potential leading playmaker. He completed 81% of his passes, won 2.3 take-on, and engaged in 3.7 duels per appearance. Cherki also created 14 big chances for his teammates, although he squandered four big opportunities.
At just 19 years old, Cherki will improve further with age and experience. Chelsea sees this potential and aims to capitalize on Lyon's financial issues to secure a deal. While AC Milan is also interested, Chelsea's positive working relationship with Lyon, exemplified by the signing of right-back Malo Gusto and loaning him back, may give them an advantage. Lyon needs funds to avoid Financial Fair Play sanctions and prepare for a second season without European football.
In a surprising development, Chelsea has given winger Callum Hudson-Odoi permission to seek a transfer away from the club this summer. The 22-year-old recently returned from a disappointing loan spell at Bayer Leverkusen, where he struggled for regular game time.
With just one year left on his contract with Chelsea, Hudson-Odoi is now actively exploring his options.
According to sources, Hudson-Odoi has teams worldwide interested in him. In England, clubs like Everton, Fu ham, and Nottingham Forest have shown interest in acquiring the winger. However, there is also an opportunity for him to move to mainland Europe, with clubs in France, Germany, and Italy expressing interest.
Interestingly, there has even been interest in Hudson-Odoi from Saudi Arabia and Major League Soccer, indicating a potential move outside of Europe. All options are considered at this stage as the player evaluates his future. It remains to be seen where Hudson Odoi will ultimately end up as he looks for a fresh start away from Stamford Bridge.
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