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Chelsea sign Anselmino in £15.6m deal from Boca Juniors

Chelsea have completed the signing of defender Aaron Anselmino from Boca Juniors in a deal worth £15.6m.

The 19-year-old will stay on loan at Boca for the rest of the year after signing a seven-year contract at Chelsea.

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Chelsea sign Anselmino in £15.6m deal from Boca Juniors

Chelsea have completed the signing of defender Aaron Anselmino from Boca Juniors in a deal worth £15.6m.

The 19-year-old will stay on loan at Boca for the rest of the year after signing a seven-year contract at Chelsea.

Chelsea transfer news: Gallagher, Omorodion, Chalobah

Conor Gallagher will undergo a medical with Atletico Madrid this morning after arriving into the Spanish capital overnight to complete a £36m move from Chelsea.

Chelsea’s £34.5m deal for Atletico striker Samu Omorodion is also fully agreed but he remains with the Spain team at the Paris Olympics.

Saudi Arabia and UAE teams are strongly interested in West Ham defender Kurt Zouma – as West Ham keep an eye on Jean-Claire Todibo, Chelsea’s Trevoh Chalobah and RB Salzburg’s Oumar Soulet.

Sheffield United announced the loan signing of Alfie Gilchrist from Chelsea on Wednesday.

Gallagher's Chelsea medical to begin on Thursday

Latest from Sky Sports News Lyall Thomas, Dharmesh Sheth and Kaveh Solhekol:

Conor Gallagher will begin a medical with Atletico Madrid on Thursday morning.

The Chelsea midfielder arrived in the capital in the early hours of the morning.

The £36m (€42m) deal for his transfer has been fully agreed, as well as Samu Omorodion’s £34.5m move to Chelsea.

Omorodion remains with the Spain team at the Olympics ahead of their gold medal final match against France on Friday.

WATCH: Atletico-bound Gallagher arrives in Madrid

Conor Gallagher touched down in Madrid overnight as he prepares to finalise his move from Chelsea to Atletico Madrid.

The midfielder is set to complete a £36m move to Diego Simeone's side, with Atletico striker Samu Omorodion moving in the other direction for £34.5m.

Gibson: Chelsea interest in Omorodion 'hard to believe'

Speaking on the Transfer Talk Podcast, Spanish football expert Terry Gibson suggests that the numbers involved in bringing Samu Omorodion to Chelsea are hard to believe and the club are paying for potential, not the finished article.

Galllagher jets to Madrid to complete Atletico move

Latest from Sky Sports News' Lyall Thomas:

Conor Gallagher has just taken off on a private jet from London Biggin Hill airport to Madrid.

The deal to take Gallagher from Chelsea to Atletico Madrid is understood to be fully agreed at £38m.

Chelsea defender Gilchrist joins Sheff Utd on loan

Chelsea defender Alfie Gilchrist has joined Sheffield United on loan.

The 20-year-old, who penned a new Blues deal last summer, has joined the Championship side on a loan deal until the end of the season.

He said: "It has always been the plan to showcase what I can do in the Premier League with the chances I've had, so now I want to try and do that week in, week out, here.

"This is a new challenge. I am taking myself out of my comfort zone. I've been there (at Chelsea) a while now, so I am ready to kick on. I came here last season for an away day, and seeing the fans and how they get behind the team, how much they love it, I was impressed."

New Chelsea keeper Jorgensen on 'very good' relationship with Sanchez

New Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen has insisted he has a "very good" relationship with Robert Sanchez, as they battle to be Enzo Maresca's number one.

Jorgensen - a summer signing from Villarreal - started his first game for the club in the 2-1 defeat to Real Madrid and afterwards was asked about how he gets on with the Blues No1 he could well displace.

"It's very good and he works with me very well and we’re doing good training together," said Jorgensen.

Asked about the defeat to Real and Maresca's subsequent quotes that Chelsea's defensive line needs to drop by four or five metres, Jorgensen said: "I think they are doing good but we have to work on some things. Also me, I need to be high when the defensive line is so high, but we can work on that as we have two weeks until the Premier League starts so we will work on that.

"No, I think they do it pretty good and I think I could also be high and make less space. We will get to know each other and will work on some things."

Maresca blames bad defensive 'habit' as Chelsea lose again

Chelsea's US tour ended in another defeat, with Real Madrid winning 2-1 in Charlotte and Blues boss Enzo Maresca bemoaning historical issues with the team's high line for their defensive issues.

"It’s a problem that we are trying to solve in pre-season since day one," said the Italian, after seeing goals inside the first half hour from Dani Ceballos and Brahim Diaz give the Champions League winners the advantage before Noni Madueke pulled one back with a header before half-time.

"One of my first meetings with the squad was about the number of goals we conceded last year with the defensive line being very high. It is something that we are trying to work on.

Chelsea's line-up vs Real Madrid

"Today offensively, once again, I think we were there because the patterns are there and we created chances. The problem has been defensively and when I say defensively, I don’t just mean the defensive line. All of the players.

"It is a habit. We are not working on playing with the defensive line higher. It is a habit from last year or from years ago. I don’t know. But we are trying to drop the defensive line by four or five metres so we have the advantage and don’t concede the balls in behind.

"Last season we conceded many goals with this problem and hopefully we can solve this problem very soon."

Time is running out before the start of the new season. Chelsea play Inter Milan at Stamford Bridge on Saturday and then open their Premier League campaign at home to defending champions Manchester City, who beat them 4-2 earlier this week.

In fact, the defeat to Real Madrid means Chelsea have lost three of their five pre-season games Stateside, only beating Club America and drawing with League One Wrexham.

But it will be the performances more than the scorelines which will be the concern for Chelsea supporters ahead of the new season.

Reece James had to make a last-ditch tackle to stop Vinicius Jnr and Diaz shot wide after Levi Colwill was dispossessed inside his own six-yard box before the opener - with defensive errors being a theme of this tour.

New goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen made his first start but was beaten by Ceballos' close-range finish and eight minutes later Diaz took the ball past the new shot-stopper to convert from a tight angle after Vinicius Jnr's through ball.

Enzo Fernandez's cross allowed Madueke to head in a reply but the second half lacked clear cut chances for either side.

Napoli still working on a deal for Lukaku

Latest from Sky Sports News' Dharmesh Sheth:

Napoli are still working on a deal to sign Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku.

Chelsea want in the region of £35m for the 31-year-old.

Napoli would have to part with Victor Osimhen to proceed with a move for Lukaku.

The clubs were in talks over a deal that would have seen Lukaku move to Napoli and Osimhen go to Chelsea.

While that deal has not been completely ruled out, Chelsea’s focus is on signing Atletico Madrid striker Samu Omorodion.

Napoli are exploring other potential destinations for Osimhen. Ideally, they want to sell him – or at least have an obligation to buy inserted in a potential loan.

Chelsea, Atletico agree £38m deals for Gallagher and Omorodion

Latest from Sky Sports News' Lyall Thomas and Dharmesh Sheth:

Chelsea and Atletico Madrid are close to finalising the deals for Conor Gallagher and Samu Omorodion.

The clubs are understood to have agreed a new fee of £38m (€42m) for each player.

Gallagher has been given permission to fly to Madrid, with a medical scheduled for him later this week.

The deals are not closed yet, but sources involved have told Sky Sports News they are getting very close.

Atletico have now agreed personal terms with Julian Alvarez, whose signing from Manchester City is integral to all transfers involved.

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Sheffield United in talks over Gilchrist loan

Latest from Sky Sports News' Lyall Thomas and Tim Thornton:

Sheffield United are working on a loan deal for Chelsea's Alfie Gilchrist.

It is understood the defender prefers a move to Bramall Lane over other options.

Gilchrist is not on Chelsea's US tour and is now set for his first loan move away from Stamford Bridge.

The 20-year-old broke into the first team under Mauricio Pochettino last season, making 17 appearances.

Omorodion's Chelsea move hinges on Alvarez joining Atletico

Latest from Sky Sports News' Lyall Thomas:

Conor Gallagher is still on standby to fly to Madrid as Atletico and Chelsea continue negotiations over striker Samu Omorodion.

The fee being discussed for Omorodion - a top striker target of Chelsea's - is in the region of £35m, while Gallagher is set to cost Atletico £34m.

The Omorodion deal also hinges on Atletico securing a replacement forward.

The LaLiga side agreed an £82m deal to sign Julian Alvarez from Manchester City on Tuesday.

Chelsea in talks with Atletico Madrid over signing of Omorodion

Latest from Sky Sports News' chief reporter Kaveh Solhekol:

Chelsea are in talks with Atletico Madrid over the signing of striker Samu Omorodion.

The fee being discussed for te 20-year-old is about £35m.

Any potential deal for the Spaniard is likely to depend on whether Atletico can sign another forward.

Atletico are in talks with Man City over a deal for Julian Alvarez but have not yet met their valuation.

'Fofana expected to leave Chelsea on loan'

Atletico ready to move on from Gallagher with Chelsea midfielder yet to give them answer

Latest from Sky Sports News' Lyall Thomas:

Atletico Madrid are ready to move onto other targets from Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher.

The Spanish club are understood to be lining up a deal for Valencia midfielder Javi Guerra.

Gallagher has been considering his options after Atletico agreed a £34m deal with Chelsea last week.

Atletico have not yet had an answer from the England international on whether he wants to join them or not.

The LaLiga side are therefore ready to push ahead with the Guerra deal if an answer does not come from the 24-year-old.

Chelsea keen on Celtic's O'Riley as potential Gallagher replacement

Chelsea are keen on Celtic's Matt O'Riley as a potential replacement for Conor Gallagher, should he leave the club.

Chelsea transfers: Celtic's Matt O'Riley a potential replacement for Conor Gallagher

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Chelsea keen on O'Riley as potential Gallagher replacement

Chelsea are assessing potential replacements should Conor Gallagher leave the club.

We understand one of several options they are keen on is Matt O'Riley at Celtic.

O'Riley has been the subject of bids from Atalanta this summer, and he has further interest from other clubs in the Premier League and abroad.

Atletico Madrid, who have agreed a £34m deal with Chelsea for Gallagher, made a bid for O'Riley in January.

Talks are continuing between Gallagher and Chelsea this weekend to find a solution to his future.

Gallagher is assessing his options.

As things stand he can talk to Atletico, agree to Chelsea's two-year contract offer with the option of a third year, or see out his current one which expires in 2025 while waiting to see if any other clubs come in for him either this summer or January.

Maresca: I have no doubts about this team's progress

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca to the club's official website:

"I have no doubts about the progress this team is making in this moment. Mistakes are part of the process.

"I have known City for many years and even in friendly games, they don’t concede possession to the opposition, don’t concede many chances and they have long [spells of] possession.

"Thinking about the first half, I don’t remember them making six or seven passes in a row, so that was good from us off the ball.

"On the ball, we had many long [spells of] possession, some good chances and – I don’t know but I think – we had about 60 per cent possession in the first half.

"It doesn’t matter that it was a friendly game and they didn’t have six or seven of their starting players missing, this is the analysis of this moment.

"In any game, if you concede two goals [early on], it is not good.

"It was a very strange game to be honest. I planned the game and I think the plan was good in terms of the way we wanted to attack and the way we wanted to defend.

"Today we tried something different, instead of having the full-back inside, we maintained more or less the same structure with Malo playing higher and Kiernan going inside.

"For sure, we don’t like to lose games but in this moment, the main focus for me is to see different things and to try to be ready for the official games at the beginning of the season."

Gallagher told he will only be Chelsea squad player under Maresca

Latest from Sky Sports News' chief reporter Kaveh Solhekol:

Conor Gallagher has been told he will be a squad player under Enzo Maresca's possession-heavy style of play at Chelsea - but the midfielder remains open to agreeing a new long-term contract with his boyhood club.

Gallagher turned down a new two-year contract offer from Chelsea on Wednesday, with this latest deal - made up of two years plus the option of another - following another extension offer he rejected in June.

The salary Chelsea have offered him is comparable to the highest earners in their midfield and is believed to be comparable to other salary offers he has received.

Chelsea have now agreed terms with Atletico Madrid on a £34m transfer and Gallagher is interested in a move to Spain, with his current Blues deal set to expire next summer. Right now, Gallagher is considering all his options.

Atletico have given Gallagher until the end of the weekend to decide if he wants to move there.

Chelsea do not want the England international to run down his contract and leave on a free next summer.

The Blues do not want a repeat of the Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christiansen situations when both players left on free transfers.

Gallagher is due to train at Cobham from Monday with Enzo Maresca's first-team squad in the USA until Wednesday.

Conor Gallagher told of Chelsea squad role under Enzo Maresca with his future in balance after Atletico Madrid agreement

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Chelsea not interested in signing Olmo

Chelsea have no interest in triggering Dani Olmo’s release clause at RB Leipzig.

The club are happy with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Christopher Nkunku and Cole Palmer as attacking-midfield options, Sky Sports News understands.

Olmo’s £50m release clause at the German club reportedly expires next week.

He has been sensational for Spain during their march to the Euro 2024 final, scoring in the semi-final victory over France last night.

Chelsea not interested in signing Olmo

Chelsea have no interest in triggering Dani Olmo’s release clause at RB Leipzig.

The club are happy with Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Christopher Nkunku and Cole Palmer as attacking-midfield options, Sky Sports News understands.

Olmo’s £50m release clause at the German club reportedly expires next week.

He has been sensational for Spain during their march to the Euro 2024 final, scoring in the semi-final victory over France last night.

Why Cucurella was booed in semi-final

Spain's Marc Cucurella was booed by sections of supporters during Tuesday's Euro 2024 semi-final win over France - and the Chelsea defender has claimed he does not know what those Germany fans 'were trying to achieve' with their antics.

Cucurella was jeered from the start of Spain's 2-1 win amid a controversial handball decision in the quarter-final win over Germany last Friday.

Jamal Musiala's effort was blocked by Cucurella's hand inside the penalty area with the score level at 1-1 in extra time.

Referee Anthony Taylor insisted Cucurella's arm was not in an unnatural position and his decision was supported by the VAR officials.

Despite the decision being correct under UEFA's interpretation of the handball law, Cucurella was subsequently booed by Germany fans, but insisted he had done nothing wrong.

"These are things that happen, I'm not to blame for anything," Cucurella told Spanish radio station Cadena Cope.

"I don't know what they were trying to achieve with that, but that's the way it is. The most important thing is that we're in the final, and that's it.'

Team-mate Daniel Vivian criticised the treatment of Cucurella, labelling it 'a disgrace'.

"No player deserves this," he said, as reported by Kicker.

"I think if you come onto a football pitch to boo someone, you have no respect for someone who is doing their job."

Maresca seeks to rebuild 'winning mentality' at Chelsea

New Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca stressed the need to address the culture at the club following two tumultuous years in which the team failed to challenge at the top of the Premier League.

In his first interview since being appointed to replace Mauricio Pochettino, the former Leicester boss said it was "clear" that there is work to be done to rebuild the connection between the club and their supporters as he seeks to install a "winning mentality" in a side which has finished 12th and sixth in its last two campaigns.

The Italian was appointed in June, two weeks after Pochettino left by mutual consent having failed to reach an agreement with the club's hierarchy over the scope of his responsibility for football matters at Stamford Bridge.

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Maresca's work in returning Leicester to the top flight at the first attempt impressed Chelsea during an extensive search to replace Pochettino, with his winning mentality understood to have been a key factor in his appointment as well as positive feedback from young players who had previously worked with him.

"When you join a club you try to analyse what the club and the team needs to improve, to do the right things," the 44-year-old told the club's official website.

"For me, it's quite clear we need to create as soon as possible the right mentality, the right culture. A culture that the fan can be proud of the team.

"We're going to try to be an aggressive team on the ball and off the ball. We need to create this connection between the fans and the club, especially at home.

"When you have your own fans behind the team, pushing, it's like playing with 12 players. That's what we have to create here."

Chelsea finalising Wiley deal

Chelsea are finalising a move for Atlanta United and USA left-back Caleb Wiley, according to the Evening Standard.

Leicester sign Chelsea Academy graduate Golding

Leicester have signed Michael Golding on a four-year deal from Chelsea.

The 18-year-old midfielder made one senior appearance at Chelsea, coming on as a substitute in a 4-0 FA Cup win over Preston in January.

“I’m really looking forward to making leaps and bounds in my career here at Leicester and working hard to help the team as much as I can,” Golding told the Leicester website.

“Obviously the history of the club speaks for itself. There are great players here and I’m looking to soak up as much information as I can from the senior players, to learn from the staff and hopefully have a great season.”

Golding captained England at the 2023 European U17 Championships in Hungary and has also been capped at U16 and 18 level.

Chelsea agree Anselmino and Veiga deals

Latest from Sky Sports' Lyall Thomas and Adam Bate:

Chelsea have agreed deals to sign Boca Juniors defender Aaron Anselmino and Basel defender Renato Veiga.

Anselmino, 18, will cost £15.6m and will see out the season with Boca before moving to Stamford Bridge in December.

Veiga, 20, has left Basel's training camp ahead of joining Chelsea in a £12m move.

AC Milan were interested in Veiga, who can also play in midfield or at full-back.

Basel's Veiga set for £11.9m Chelsea move

Chelsea are set to sign Basel defensive midfielder Renato Veiga on an eight-year deal, according to Fabrizio Romano.

The Portugal U21 international is expected to undergo a medical ahead of a €14m (£11.9m) move.

Veiga - who can also play as a full-back - made 26 appearances for Basel last season.

Chelsea headlines: Blues unwilling to meet Napoli's Osimhen price

Chelsea remain unwilling to meet Napoli's asking price for striker Victor Osimhen despite the Italian club lowering their demands below his £110m release clause (The Mirror).

Chelsea have had a £42m bid for Atletico Madrid striker Samu Omorodion rejected, with the Spanish club holding out for at least £70m (The Sun).

Chelsea have agreed a £12m deal to sign Portugal U20 defender Renato Veiga from Swiss side Basel (Daily Mail).

Blues have £42m Omorodion bid rejected

Chelsea have reportedly had a £42m offer for Atletico Madrid striker Samu Omorodion rejected by the Spanish club.

The Sun claim that Atletico are holding out for at least £70m for the Spain Under-21 international.

The 20-year-old has been likened to former Chelsea icon Diego Costa. He scored eight goals in 34 league appearances last season while on loan at Alaves.

Omorodion has four years left on his current contract so the LaLiga club are in no position where they have to sell.

The report adds that Omorodion has been identified by Chelsea's owners and recruitment team led by Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart as he fits the club's profile of a talented youngster with huge potential.

Cucurella admits attempts to persuade Williams to join Chelsea

Marc Cucurella says he is trying to persuade Spain's star winger Nico Williams to join Chelsea.

Williams has impressed for Spain at Euro 2024, helping his country to the quarter-finals while attracting interest from clubs keen to sign him from Athletic Bilbao.

Speaking to Spanish outlet Sport about reports linking Williams with Barcelona, Spain team-mate Cucurella said: "He would be a great signing [for Barcelona] but it all depends on what he wants.

"I've been telling him to sign for Chelsea. In the end everything depends on him. He is very young [but] with a lot of experience. I think he will be a great player."

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Palmer repeat? 'Chelsea interested in Man City's McAtee'

Chelsea and a number of other Premier League clubs are interested in Manchester City midfielder James McAtee according to the Daily Mail.

The report suggests the 21-year-old is scheduled to travel with City on their pre-season tour of the United States.

McAtee has spent the last two seasons on loan at Sheffield United, and City, aware of interest in the youngster, are including him in their pre-season plans.

McAtee has made seven senior appearances for City and has two years left on his contract at the Etihad Stadium.

Director of football operations and development Bath leaves Chelsea

Chelsea's director of football operations and development Neil Bath is leaving the club.

He was appointed Chelsea academy manager in 2004 and helped to establish one of the best youth development systems in world football.

In his time, players such as Reece James, Mason Mount and Conor Gallagher became first-team regulars and England internationals.

A statement from Chelsea's owners read: "Neil built the foundations for the Chelsea academy at Cobham and his unwavering commitment, dedication and pursuit of excellence set unparalleled standards across the sport.

"His legacy will live on and the most fitting tribute we can give to him for more than 30 years’ service is to uphold those standards in the years to come."

Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley, the sporting directors, added: "Neil’s legacy in football will stand the test of time.

"His contribution to not only the success of our Academy but youth football across the world cannot be understated.

"He has been a pleasure to work with since we joined the club, illustrating the very highest of work ethics and commitment."

Head of youth development Jim Fraser has already left the club.

Transfer Talk: Is Dewsbury-Hall a Maresca-inspired signing for Chelsea?

Speaking on the Transfer Talk podcast, Dharmesh Sheth discusses whether the signing of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall has been heavily influenced by new Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca.

Chelsea consider move for Bologna defender Calafiori

Chelsea are keen to sign a left-footed centre-back this summer and are considering moves for Bologna's Riccardo Calafiori and Nottingham Forest's Murillo, according to The Telegraph.

New head coach Enzo Maresca wants a defence that can operate with three or four players. Calafiori is under consideration after helping Bologna qualify for the Champions League, but Murillo is currently seen as being too expensive.

Chelsea have also shown an interest in a number of strikers, including Aston Villa's Jhon Duran and Atletico Madrid's Samu Omorodion.

A move for Victor Osimhen has not been ruled out if Napoli's asking price drops, but Saudi Arabia is currently as a more likely destination for the Nigeria international.

Trevoh Chalobah is expected to leave Stamford Bridge, while the futures of Conor Gallagher and Ben Chilwell are uncertain.

Chelsea complete £30m Dewsbury-Hall signing

Chelsea have completed the £30m signing of Leicester midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.

The 25-year-old joins new Blues manager Enzo Maresca in swapping the King Power Stadium for Stamford Bridge this summer.

Dewsbury-Hall scored 12 Championship goals and registered 14 assists under Maresca last season.

The midfielder is Chelsea's fourth summer signing after deals were completed for Fulham defender Tosin Adarabioyo, Aston Villa midfielder Omari Kellyman and Barcelona forward Marc Guiu.

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Chelsea's Broja has offers - Paper Talk

Chelsea striker Armando Broja says he has had offers from clubs in Serie A, the Bundesliga - and the Premier League (Daily Mirror)

Marc Guiu has penned an emotional letter to Barcelona staff after joining Chelsea (The Sun)

Arsenal have pocketed a tidy near £4m windfall after Chelsea sold Omari Hutchinson to Ipswich Town (The Sun)

Chelsea complete £5m signing of Barca striker Guiu

Chelsea have signed Marc Guiu from Barcelona after activating the striker's £5m release clause.

Guiu has signed a five-year deal at Stamford Bridge, with the option for a further 12 months.

The 18-year-old scored within the first minute of his Barcelona debut last year, while he also netted in the Champions League.

Guiu said: "It's an immense joy to sign for Chelsea and I struggled to sleep ahead of the journey here because I was so excited.

"Ever since I was small, it was my dream to play in the Premier League. Now I have the opportunity to come here to Chelsea and I will work my hardest to be successful for the club."

Newcastle sign Hall permanently for £28m

Newcastle have completed the permanent signing of Lewis Hall from Chelsea for £28m.

Hall had been on a season-long loan from Chelsea last season.

Ipswich sign Hutchinson from Chelsea in club-record deal

Ipswich have signed Omari Hutchinson from Chelsea in a club-record deal.

Sky Sports News understands Ipswich have agreed a deal for an initial fee of £18m plus performance related add-ons for the winger, who has signed a five-year contract at the Tractor Boys.

The 20-year-old moves to Ipswich permanently after impressing on loan at Portman Road last season in the Championship as he contributed 10 goals and six assists in their automatic promotion to the Premier League.

Omari Hutchinson: Ipswich sign winger from Chelsea in club-record deal

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Staveley set to leave board of directors

Newcastle United co-owners Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi are to leave the club after three years at St James’ Park.

The husband and wife were key figures as the club were taken over by the PIF of Saudi Arabia in 2021.

The duo bought a 10 per cent stake in the club as the club was bought from Mike Ashley, but that has reduced over the years. Staveley and Ghoudoussi currently own a 6 per cent shareholding of the club.

Staveley was at the helm as Newcastle returned to the Champions League after a 20 year absence, and led them to a Cup final at Wembley.

PIF are expected to purchase their 6 per cent shareholding in the club.

Staveley set to leave board of directors

Newcastle United co-owners Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi are to leave the club after three years at St James’ Park.

The husband and wife were key figures as the club were taken over by the PIF of Saudi Arabia in 2021.

Staveley was at the helm as Newcastle returned to the Champions League after a 20 year absence, and led them to a Cup final at Wembley.

PIF are expected to purchase their 6 per cent shareholding in the club.

Newcastle headlines: Gordon discussing Liverpool move

England winger Anthony Gordon has spoken with his international team-mates about a potential Liverpool move (The Telegraph).

Switzerland and Newcastle star Fabian Schar has told England to keep their hands off his club boss Eddie Howe, who is one of the favourites to replace Gareth Southgate (Daily Mail).

'He comes with a glowing CV' | Mitchell appointed as Newcastle sporting director

Sky Sports News reporter Keith Downie sheds light on Newcastle United's new sporting director appointment of Paul Mitchell who replaces Dan Ashworth after his move over to Manchester United.

Mitchell appointed Newcastle sporting director

Newcastle have announced the appointment of Paul Mitchell as Dan Ashworth’s successor as sporting director.

Mitchell arrives after previous roles in scouting and club development at Southampton, Tottenham, RB Leipzig and Monaco.

He takes over from Ashworth, whose departure to Manchester United was finally confirmed earlier this week after months of negotiations.

Newcastle chief executive Darren Eales said: “We are delighted to welcome Paul to Newcastle United. He brings a successful track record and wealth of experience to the club.

“His extensive and diverse experience in football leadership, cultural change and recruitment mean he is the ideal person to lead our sporting directorate.

“We look forward to working with Paul and supporting him in our pursuit of long-term, sustainable success.”

Mitchell, 42, played professionally with clubs including Wigan and MK Dons before his career was cut short by injury and he moved into off-field roles.

He became chief scout at MK Dons before moving to Southampton in 2012. He followed manager Mauricio Pochettino to Tottenham in 2014, becoming their head of recruitment. His signings for the London club included Dele Alli and Son Heung-min.

He later joined the Red Bull group, spending time with Leipzig and New York before being appointed as Monaco sporting director in 2020. He has previously been linked with both Liverpool and Manchester United.

Mitchell said: “It’s with immense pride that I accept the responsibility of being Newcastle United’s new sporting director.

“I’ve seen the recent growth and ambition of the club. This, plus the amazing fanbase, made the decision to join an easy one.

“I can’t wait to get started and help continue the organisation’s growth and long-term competitiveness in all areas of elite football performance.”

Miley out until October with foot injury

Lewis Miley could be ruled out until October after suffering a foot injury in training, according to The Athletic.

The 18-year-old Newcastle academy graduate, who had a breakthrough campaign in 2023/24, missed the final two months of last season with a back injury.

Miley is believed to have broken his metatarsal while running at Newcastle's training ground in his bid to regain fitness for the upcoming season. He had been aiming to participate in pre-season training, scheduled to commence at the end of next week.

The midfielder is expected to undergo an operation next week.

Newcastle in talks with Saudi over selling Almiron

Latest from Sky Sports News' Keith Downie:

Newcastle United are in talks with a Saudi Pro League club over the sale of Miguel Almiron.

Newcastle could be set to cash in on the Paraguayan international, with the Saudi transfer window opening today.

It is unclear of the fee which Saudi club is involved, but Sky Sports News understand talks have been taking place regarding the 30-year-old.

Almiron was a club record buy in 2019, joining from Atlanta United for £20m.

Newcastle have already sold Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh this weekend, as well as allow Dan Ashworth to join Man United, to deal with their PSR issues.

Newcastle sign Chelsea's Hall for £28m

Newcastle have completed the permanent signing of Lewis Hall from Chelsea for £28m.

Hall had been on a season-long loan from Chelsea last season.

Vlachodimos joins Newcastle from Forest

Nottingham Forest goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos has joined Newcastle for an undisclosed fee.

The 30-year-old joins after making seven appearances for Forest in his debut campaign in England last term.

Newcastle were in search of a back-up goalkeeper to Nick Pope.

On Sunday evening, Forest also completed the signing of Newcastle midfielder Elliot Anderson for £35m.

Why Newcastle are set for a busy day of transfers

Mark McAdam explains why Newcastle are set for a busy day in the transfer market and gives the latest on Elliot Anderson's proposed move to Nottingham Forest.

Newcastle in talks over Forest goalkeeper Vlachodimos

Newcastle and Nottingham Forest are in talks over a deal for goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos to move to St James' Park.

Newcastle are in the market for goalkeeper cover this summer.

And Sky Sports News recently reported that Forest are looking to bring in Carlos Miguel from Corinthians in that position.

Newcastle's transfer rumours: Sunday papers

Chelsea have discussed including Nicolas Jackson as part of any deal for Newcastle's Alexander Isak. (The Sun on Sunday)

Liverpool remain interested in signing Anthony Gordon despite talks over a deal for the Newcastle winger breaking down this week. (The Observer)

Newcastle have their sights on young American keeper Gavin Beavers ahead of a surprise move. (The Sun on Sunday)

Newcastle accept Forest bid for Anderson

Latest from Sky Sports News' Keith Downie:

Newcastle have accepted an offer in the region of £35m from Nottingham Forest for Elliot Anderson.

The player will have his Forest medical on Sunday morning. He was in the Midlands overnight awaiting direction.

The deal is a straight sale to Forest, with Anthony Elanga not going in the other direction.

This deal will satisfy Newcastle's PSR issues this month.

Although Anderson did not want to leave his boyhood club, the personal terms were attractive for the midfielder and he knows Forest are now an established Premier League club.

Newcastle felt they were left with no choice but to sell someone like Anderson, despite Eddie Howe loving the 21-year-old — as the last resort was a points deduction in a season they want to attack.

Newcastle accept Brighton's £33m bid for Minteh

Newcastle accepted a £33m bid from Brighton for winger Yankuba Minteh on Saturday evening.

The 19-year-old spent last season on loan at Feyenoord playing under new Liverpool boss Arne Slot.

Newcastle are one of the clubs in the Premier League who may have to sell players to fall in line with PSR.

Liverpool's move for Gordon fails to materialise

Talks between Newcastle and Liverpool over the potential sale of Anthony Gordon did not progress because Jarell Quansah would have been part of the deal.

Liverpool are understood to admire Gordon but see Quansah as a big part of their future having established himself as a first-team regular.

The club also have strength in depth in attacking positions and see him as a future England regular.

Several clubs are under pressure to comply with the Premier League's profit and sustainability rules (PSR) before the deadline on June 30.

Newcastle will banish Minteh to youth team if he refuses to move

Bournemouth and Newcastle are among the clubs ready to make an offer to Asmir Begovic after the veteran goalkeeper left QPR (Daily Express).

Newcastle will banish Yankuba Minteh to the youth team if he refuses to leave this summer (The Sun).

Minteh refusing to join Lyon in £40m deal

Newcastle could face a battle to avoid being charged with breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules [PSR] after it was reported Yankuba Minteh is refusing to join Lyon.

The Magpies need to sell players by June 30 and if they fail to cash in on an asset, they could be docked points next season.

The Daily Mail report that Newcastle and Lyon had agreed a £40m deal for the Minteh, who spent last season on loan at Feyenoord.

But personal terms have hit a block with the 19-year-old refusing to join the Ligue 1 side as he is determined to stay in the Premier League and join Everton.

Newcastle transfer rumours

Newcastle will do everything in their power to keep Alexander Isak on Tyneside and have let Chelsea and Arsenal know that it would take an astronomical offer to alter that stance. (The Guardian)

Newcastle star Yankuba Minteh is refusing to join Lyon. The dramatic development could cause the Toon huge financial problems ahead of this week's Profit and Sustainability deadline on 30 June. (The Sun)

Man Utd could use Victor Lindelof and Aaron Wan-Bissaka in Jarred Branthwaite swap deal - Paper Talk

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Newcastle not pursuing Calvert-Lewin deal

Latest from Sky Sports News' Keith Downie:

Newcastle are not pursuing their move for Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin.

They had been in talks with the Everton striker but a £40m deal has proved too costly.

Yankuba Minteh is also unlikely to move in the opposite direction.

Newcastle have a serious offer on the table from Lyon.

Dominic Calvert-Lewin: Newcastle end transfer talks for Everton striker

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Chelsea transfer news, rumours and gossip: Live updates and latest on deals, signings, loans and contracts

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Chelsea in race against time to meet Olmo release clause

Spain star Dani Olmo could be set for a dramatic few days, with Chelsea reportedly among the clubs on red alert to sign the RB Leipzig midfielder.

Olmo has a £50m release clause which is set to expire on Monday - the day after the Euro 2024 final in Berlin.

The 26-year-old has starred at Euro 2024 for Spain, scoring three goals and registering two assists to help La Roja reach Sunday's final.

The Daily Mirror report there are clubs from both the Premier League and Spain ready to meet Olmo's release clause following background discussions - with Chelsea in the hunt.