2pm Chelsea transfer news LIVE: Kai Havertz asks for move, Dunk £40m EXCLUSIVE, Ben Foster shock target – The Sun

CHELSEA are looking at signing Brighton's Lewis Dunk and Watford's Ben Foster, SunSport can exclusively reveal.

Meanwhile Bayer Leverkusen have confirmed that Kai Havertz wants to leave the club.

Follow all the latest transfer updates from the Bridge below…

  • HAVERTZ LATEST

    Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro has confirmed Kai Havertz's intention to leave the club this summer, amid links to Chelsea.

    He said: “It has always been clear that there will be talks once the Europa League is over for us.

    “Still, there is no formal offer yet. Kai has told us about his desire to make the next step.

    “Whether that can be materialized soon, I can’t say at the moment.

    “There are several clubs who have Kai in their plans for the future.”

  • SLAM DUNK

    Chelsea look set to beat Tottenham in the race to sign Brighton defender Lewis Dunk, according to reports.

    The 28-year-old is a lifelong Chelsea fan and could make a £40million switch to Stamford Bridge.

    Frank Lampard is hoping to strengthen his leaky defence in the transfer window and has identified the Seagulls centre-back as the answer.

    Spurs are also interested in Dunk, who has spent ten years in the Brighton first team, but it is thought his loyalties to Chelsea may give them the edge.

  • ALONSO OR EMERSON TO INTER

    Chelsea are closing in on the signing of Leicester's Ben Chilwell after the Foxes lowered their initial £80million asking price.

    The move for Chilwell has cast doubt on the futures of current Blues left-backs Marcos Alonso and Emerson Palmieri with Inter Milan hoping to advantage.

    Inter boss Antonio Conte sees both Alonso and Emerson as a perfect fit for his 3-5-2 system.

    Emerson is known to be interested in reuniting with former Chelsea manager Conte at Inter and is awaiting an official offer from the Nerazurri.

  • UTD, CHELSEA IN FOR MERET

    Napoli goalkeeper Alex Meret is open to leaving the club on loan with his agent playing down speculation of a permanent exit.

    ESPN reported last week the 23-year-old is being closely monitored by Chelsea and Manchester United.

    Meret battled ex-Arsenal keeper David Ospina for a starting spot last season, making 29 appearances in all competitions.

    A loan move for the Italian would certainly suit Chelsea, who have already spent almost £90million on the acquisitions of Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner

  • CHELSEA EYE NIGERIAN TEENAGER

    Chelsea are interested in Nigerian teenager Paul Ibahadon, according to reports from the country.

    Ibahadon is a ball-playing defender who can also operate in midfield and had a move to Aston Villa fall through recently due to international clearance issues.

    Chelsea youth team coaches ran the rule over Ibahadon in an in-house friendly involving the under-16 team on Friday.

    The Blues face competition from Nottingham Forest, West Brom and Birmingham City for the youngster's signature.

  • SANDRO FOR SALE

    Juventus will listen to offers for left-back Alex Sandro this summer which could interest Chelsea.

    The Blues are known to be long-term admirers and had hoped to set up a swap deal involving Emerson Palmieri before Juve sacked Maurizio Sarri.

    Sandro, 29, could be available for a cut-price £36million with Manchester City also interested.

    According to Corriero Dello Sport, the Old Lady are hoping to raise around £180million in player sales this summer.

  • BATSHUAYI LATEST

    Chelsea are “more than happy” to let Michy Batshuayi leave the club.

    Journalist Alan Smith has the inside track on the Belgian's future at the Blues.

    He said: “There is no prospect of him returning to Frank Lampard's plans.

    “He has one year remaining on his deal, worth more than £100,000 a week, and that likely means another loan, mostly because no sensible club will be willing to pay a fee and offer him similar wages.”

    Leeds sporting director Victor Orta has already been offered the chance to sign Batshuayi for £25million.

    A move to Elland Road would reunite the 26-year-old with Marcelo Bielsa who he played under at Marseille.

  • FOSTER'S A GOOD CALL

    Watford goalkeeper Ben Foster is a target for both Chelsea and Everton, according to reports.

    The ex-Manchester United stopper is seen by Frank Lampard as a poisonous seen as a possible solution to his goalkeeping problems following the Hornets' relegation last season.

    Lampard wants Kepa Arrizabalaga out the door at the Bridge and would loan him back to Spain if the deal was right.

    Foster, 37, is also wanted at Goodison Park where Carlo Ancelotti believes he could provide experienced competition for Jordan Pickford.

  • GOOD MORNING BLUES FANS

    SunSport can exclusively reveal Chelsea are closing on a £40million swoop for Brighton defender Lewis Dunk.

    London rivals Tottenham are also interested in the Seagulls’ skipper.

    But Dunk is a lifelong Chelsea fan and believes he is on his way to Stamford Bridge.

    SunSport also understands veteran keeper Ben Foster is a shock emergency target for BOTH Chelsea and Everton.

    Blues boss Frank Lampard is looking at a surprise swoop for the 37-year-old as he searches for a solution to his goalkeeping problems.

    Lampard wants Kepa Arrizabalaga gone and Chelsea would loan him back to Spain if the deal was right.

    Lampard has even looked into taking his old pal Joe Hart, who played with him at Manchester City.

    He could fit in as second or even third choice if interested.

    Meanwhile, Ben Chilwell is nearing a move to Chelsea.

    The Times claims Frank Lampard has made a breakthrough in negotiations with Leicester.

    The Foxes reportedly want £80million for England left-back Chilwell.

    And it remains to be seen if Chelsea are ready to pay a fresh club-record fee.

    Finally, Antonio Conte wants to raid old side Chelsea to set up a reunion with N'Golo Kante.

    Gazzetta Italia claims the French midfielder could be heading to Inter Milan this summer in a big-money move.

  • EXCLUSIVE BY ALAN NIXON

    Veteran keeper Ben Foster is a shock emergency target for BOTH Chelsea and Everton.

    Blues boss Frank Lampard is looking at a surprise swoop for the 37-year-old as he searches for a solution to his goalkeeping problems.

    Lampard wants Kepa Arrizabalaga gone and Chelsea would loan him back to Spain if the deal was right.

    Lampard has even looked into taking his old pal Joe Hart, who played with him at Manchester City.

    He could fit in as second or even third choice if interested.

  • EXCLUSIVE BY DAN KING

    Chelsea are closing on a £40million swoop for Brighton defender Lewis Dunk.

    London rivals Tottenham are also interested in the Seagulls’ skipper.

    But Dunk is a lifelong Chelsea fan and believes he is on his way to Stamford Bridge.

  • TIEM TO GO

    Chelsea have slapped an £18m price tag on Tiemoue Bakayoko.

    ESPN claims the midfielder is not wanted by Frank Lampard next term.

    And Bakayoko is understood to want a return to former loan side AC Milan.

  • NO CHIL

    Man Utd have joined Chelsea in the race for Ben Chilwell.

    The Mirror claims Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is also interested in signing Leicester's £80m-rated left-back this summer.

    However, Chelsea are understood to be in pole position for England star Chilwell.

  • OB ONE OUT

    Chelsea have given up trying to sign Jan Oblak from Atletico Madrid.

    The Star claims Frank Lampard is looking elsewhere after being told to pay £110million for the goalie.

    Chelsea have been linked with Man Utd's Dean Henderson and Everton's Jordan Pickford recently.

  • KAL-WOO

    Former Chelsea star Salomon Kalou has been officially unveiled at Botafogo alongside Japan legend Keisuke Honda.

    The Ivorian joined the Brazilian side last month after leaving Hertha Berlin upon the expiry of his contract at the end of he 2019-20 Bundesliga season.

    Kalou made 254 appearances for the Blues, scoring 60 goals in the process.

    He won eight trophies at Stamford Bridge, culminating in extraordinary fashion with the 2012 Champions League in Munich.

  • AMPED UP

    Chelsea could be set to loan Ethan Ampadu to local rivals Fulham.

    The Athletic claims Scott Parker is keen on bringing the Welshman to Craven Cottage after beating Brentford in the Championship playoff final.

    Ampadu had a mixed loan spell at RB Leipzig last season.

    And Frank Lampard is keen for him to gain Premier League experience before challenging for a place at Chelsea.

  • KANTE BELIEVE IT

    Antonio Conte wants to raid old side Chelsea to set up a reunion with N'Golo Kante.

    Gazzetta Italia claims the French midfielder could be heading to Inter Milan this summer in a big-money move.

    Kante has suffered with lots of injuries during the past season and questions remain over how he fits into Frank Lampard's tactical approach.

    Chelsea could be willing to sell as they close in on the attack-minded Kai Havertz, but Lampard has previously stated Kante remains firmly in his plans alongside fellow misfit Jorginho.

  • CHIL OUT

    Ben Chilwell is nearing a move to Chelsea.

    The Times claims Frank Lampard has made a breakthrough in negotiations with Leicester.

    The Foxes reportedly want £80million for England left-back Chilwell.

    And it remains to be seen if Chelsea are ready to pay a fresh club-record fee.

  • HAVERTZ LATEST

    Bayer Leverkusen CEO Fernando Carro has confirmed Kai Havertz's intention to leave the club this summer, amid links to Chelsea.

    He said: “It has always been clear that there will be talks once the Europa League is over for us.

    “Still, there is no formal offer yet. Kai has told us about his desire to make the next step.

    “Whether that can be materialized soon, I can’t say at the moment.

    “There are several clubs who have Kai in their plans for the future.”

  • BATSHUAYI TO LEEDS?

    Leeds United are interested in a move for Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi, according to reports.

    The Belgian played under Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa at Marseille during the 2014-15 season.

    Bathsuayi's contract at Chelsea expires in 2021 meaning he could be available for a cut-price fee this summer.

    The 26-year-old scored 6 goals in 24 appearances in all competitions this season.

  • ANOTHER LOAN FOR BLACKMAN

    Rotherham are hoping to sign Chelsea goalkeeper Jamal Blackman on loan.

    A season-long deal at the Millers would be the eighth loan move of the 26-year-old's career.

    Blackman, who has been at Chelsea since he was 13, spent the second half of last season on loan at Bristol Rovers, making ten appearances.

    He has also had spells at Sheffield United, Vitesse Arnhem and Rotherham's Yorkshire rivals Leeds United in the past.

  • MIKEL ON THE MOVE

    Ex-Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel is close to signing for Stoke City.

    The 33-year-old most recently played for Trabzonspor in Turkey but left the club by mutual consent in March due to concerns over the Turkish SuperLig's continuation amid the coronavirus pandemic.

    The former Nigeria international last played in England for Middlesbrough, making 18 appearances for Boro during the second half of the 2018-19 season.

    Mikel will sign a one-year deal at the Bet365 Stadium.

  • SPENDING SPREE

    Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich could sanction a spending spree of up to £300million this summer.

    The Blues have already spent almost £90million on the signings of Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech so far, while Kai Havertz and Ben Chilwell could soon follow.

    According to The Athletic, Abramovich could inject as much as £300million into the Chelsea coffers for next season – provided some of the Blues' fringe players are sold.

    Emerson, Jorginho, Marcos Alonso, Michy Batshuayi, Tiemoue Bakayoko and Fikayo Tomori are just some of the names to have fallen out of favour at Stamford Bridge.

  • BACK-AYOKO?

    Chelsea want £18million for midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko.

    Reports this week suggested the Blues had entered talks with AC Milan over the sale of the Frenchman.

    Bakayoko, who turns 26 on Monday, impressed on loan at the San Siro last season but the two teams were unable to reach an agreement last summer.

    Chelsea would prefer to cut their losses on Bakayoko after paying £40million for the midfielder in 2017.

    However, Milan will try to tempt the Blues with a £3million loan offer plus £30million option to buy.

  • CHIL FACTOR

    Chelsea are closer than ever to signing Leicester City full-back Ben Chilwell, according to reports.

    The Times claims the Blues have now reached a “breakthrough” in negotiations with the Foxes.

    Leicester are believed to be holding out for a transfer fee close to the world record £68million Bayern Munich paid Atletico Madrid for Lucas Hernandez last year.

    The Foxes are aware of Chelsea's financial might despite the coronavirus crisis, and reportedly made the point that the Blues hadn't held back elsewhere in the transfer market this summer – having already secured the signings of Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech, while £90million Kai Havertz could soon follow.

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