The new Premier League season is fast approaching, and Chelsea are gearing up for their opening game against Crystal Palace on Sunday.
Enzo Maresca’s side have enjoyed a productive summer, becoming FIFA Club World Cup champions last month after beating Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain in the final. They have also completed several new signings, including Joao Pedro, Liam Delap, and Jamie Gittens
However, the summer is far from over, and there is still plenty of business for Chelsea to do, both in terms of incomings and outgoings. With just under three weeks remaining until the transfer deadline, a lot could still happen.
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Here, football.london takes a look at the latest transfer news and rumours involving Chelsea.
Chelsea defender ‘back’ on Dortmund’s radar
Borussia Dortmund have reportedly renewed their interest in Chelsea defender Renato Veiga, according to the latest reports. Sky in Germany claim the Bundesliga side have revived their pursuit of the Portugal international following an injury to Niklas Sule.
The report adds that Veiga was close to joining Dortmund last season, but instead completed a loan move to Serie A giants Juventus. With defensive concerns now mounting at Dortmund, a move could once again be pursued before the deadline.
However, Juventus may also attempt to bring Veiga back following a positive loan spell during the second half of last season. The 22-year-old made 15 appearances across all competitions after joining in January.
football.london says: Dortmund would certainly be a strong destination for Veiga, whether on a permanent basis or another loan. If wider reports are to be believed, he isn’t in Maresca’s plans for the new season, even with Levi Colwill sidelined through an ACL injury. Whether Dortmund or Juventus firm up their interest remains to be seen.
It’s not long now until Chelsea return to Premier League action, with their opening game at home to Crystal Palace on Sunday (August 17, 2pm).
Enzo Maresca’s side go into the new season in high spirits after their FIFA Club World Cup success. The Blues beat Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the final at the MetLife Stadium in New Jersey, back in July.
Cole Palmer, who bagged a brace in that game, will be looking for a quick start in the league. Alongside him, new signings Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, Jamie Gittens, and Estevao Willian will all be raring to go.
Bookmakers bet365 are backing the team to fight amongst the division’s top places. They are priced 1/20 to finish in the top half of the table and 9/4 to be the top club in London. It promises to be an exciting campaign at Stamford Bridge, and here’
