Chelsea Transfer News Today: €200m Palmer BOMBSHELL, Delap LATEST, Barcelona WANT Nkunku
FootballTransfers runs through all the latest Chelsea transfer news, rumours and gossip, including updates on Cole Palmer, Liam Delap and Christopher Nkunku.
Cole Palmer to join PSG?
Paris Saint-Germain are preparing a €200 million bid to sign Chelsea superstar Cole Palmer, according to a bombshell report from Spanish publication Fichajes.
The England international has emerged as one of the world’s best players since moving to Stamford Bridge in 2023, and PSG are reportedly eager to bring him to the Parc des Princes this year.
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The Ligue 1 giants previously failed with a huge offer for Barcelona wonderkid Lamine Yamal, and they have now turned their attention to Palmer, as per Fichajes.
Palmer’s rise to prominence at Chelsea has attracted significant attention from PSG and the Parisians view him as a potential “statement signing.”
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Liam Delap breaks silence on Chelsea interest
Ipswich Town forward Liam Delap has provided an update on his future amid links with a big-money move to Chelsea in 2025.
The England U21 international scored during Ipswich’s 2-0 win over Chelsea on Monday and during a post-match interview, he was asked whether he’s been able to ignore speculation linking him with a Stamford Bridge switch.
“Yes, I don’t really look at things like that,” Delap told Suffolk News. “So, yes, I’m just focused on Ipswich. As a young player, you just want to go and play football.
“We’re lucky to be playing in the Premier League. I think we’ve got a great opportunity here at Ipswich and we’re just trying to show our ability week in, week out, that’s a big plus for me.”
Christopher Nkunku to Barcelona?
Barcelona are reportedly interested in signing Christopher Nkunku on loan following their failure to register Dani Olmo for the second-half of the 2024-25 La Liga campaign.
Olmo returned to Camp Nou from RB Leipzig this summer, but Barcelona risk losing the Spain international on a free transfer due to their inability to register him with La Liga.
As a result, the Blaugrana are now eyeing a potential loan move for Chelsea outcast Nkunku in January, according to TEAMtalk.
Nkunku has only started three Premier League matches so far this season and while Chelsea are eager to keep him, an exit is deemed a possibility.
Cesare Casadei offer
Torino have submitted their first offer for Chelsea midfielder Cesare Casadei, as per Gianluca Di Marzio.
The Italy U21 star is expected to leave Stamford Bridge during the winter window, and a return to Serie A has been mooted as his most likely next step.
Casadei is yet to make his first Premier League appearance of the campaign, and he is one of several Chelsea players expected to leave in January, along with Ben Chilwell and Carney Chukwuemeka.
Aaron Anselmino tipped for success
Boca Juniors president Juan Roman Riquelme has tipped Aaron Anselmino to become a top defender following his move to Chelsea.
Anselmino has now officially joined Chelsea following a loan move back to Boca Juniors and he has been tipped to enjoy a successful career in Europe.
“He has developed a lot,” Riquelme told ESPN. “With the growth, the head that he has and the desire to learn that he shows, he is on his way to being a great footballer
“He is going to be a player for the national team. He is going to compete with the centre-backs.”
Gabriel Slonina returns from Barnsley loan
Chelsea have officially recalled Gabriel Slonina from his loan spell at Barnsley due to injury.
The 20-year-old made 14 appearances for the club, but he has returned to Chelsea after suffering a finger injury.
Slonina posted on Instagram: “Barnsley fans it comes to an end. It wasn’t the way I would’ve liked the first half of the season to go, but I thank you for welcoming me into the team and allowing me to be a little part of what I believe will be a successful season for you all.
“Thanks to the entire staff and squad of players for making me feel part of this club. Being in and out of the environment I know how hard everyone’s working behind the scenes to make sure performances are up to the expected standard.
“I wish you all the best in the future, always will have a special part in my heart for YOU REDSS. And of course enjoy the big win this afternoon.”
