Chelsea did not get off to the best start in the Premier League this season, drawing their opening game against Crystal Palace. But they redeemed themselves in their next game against West Ham United, winning 5-1 at London Stadium with five different players scoring. The Blues' next match is against their neighbors Fulham.
With only a few more days left in the summer window, the Blues still have some business to take care of, both in terms of incomings and outgoings. They still want a couple more players before the window closes, so they have recently been more focused on departures to clear space in the squad and raise funds for further additions.
Chelsea have completed the exits of Renato Veiga and Carney Chukwuemeka in the last few days. However, they still need to part with some more players, such as Christopher Nkunku and Nicolas Jackson, if they want to bring in their top two targets, Xavi Simons and Alejandro Garnacho, before the September 1 deadline.
Garnacho has made it clear to Manchester United that he wants to leave this summer as he is no longer in their future plans. He prefers to stay in the Premier League and play for a Champions League side, making Chelsea the favourites to sign him. The 21-year-old is also keen to join the Blues and has agreed to personal terms.
'Very advanced '- Fabrizio Romano drops Chelsea transfer update
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has now provided some new information regarding the player and his future. Garnacho has rejected a new approach from the Saudi Pro League in the last 48 hours as he only wants to join Chelsea. The deal remains very advanced, with all parties expecting it to happen.
It remains to be seen whether the Italian journalist's prediction comes true or not, as there is not much time left. Will we see the Argentine winger in the royal blue jersey this season? Only time will tell.
Interestingly, a new name seems to have cropped in the Chelsea rumour mill today as well. They are believed to be trying to sign Fermin Lopez of Barcelona. Would that end up having an effect on their plans to sign Garnacho from Man Utd?