Chelsea

Graham Potter has identified midfield as an area in need of urgent investment, given the uncertainty over the futures of N'Golo Kante and Jorginho.

The 21-year-old’s stock has continued to rise since the World Cup ended with a number of Premier League clubs interested in signing the midfielder who was named the Young Player of the 2022 FIFA World Cup after displaying superb performances for the Argentine team. However, after informally contacting the Argentine, Chelsea have now convinced the midfielder to move to Stamford Bridge. Chelsea have opened negotiations with Benfica for the transfer of Enzo Fernandez after the Argentine midfielder agreed to move to Stamford Bridge.

Taiwo Awoniyi's Nottingham Forest held Chelsea to a 1-1 draw in a Premier League encounter on Sunday. Raheem Sterling put Chelsea...

With Chelsea strangely subdued in the second half, Forest’s pressure paid off in the 63rd minute. Chelsea are languishing in eighth place after failing to win for the sixth time in their last seven league games. Raheem Sterling put Chelsea ahead at the City Ground in the first half of their opening game in 2023.

The Blues took the lead as early as the 16th minute via Raheem Sterling who volleyed home from five yards for the visitors. Forest ...

Forest, who claimed a point for the first time this season after going behind, move above Wolverhampton Wanderers into 18th and are only behind fourth-bottom West Ham United on goal difference. The Blues took the lead as early as the 16th minute via Raheem Sterling who volleyed home from five yards for the visitors. Then the breakthrough came for the hosts when Serge Aurier controlled the ball on his chest before volleying home the equaliser.

After the anomaly of a mid-season 'pre-season', new Chelsea manager Graham Potter can now shape the Blues squad in his image during the January transfer ...

However, a sharp downturn in form before the World Cup break means Potter and new owner Todd Boehly probably have more work on their hands than they bargained for - especially after the lavish summer outlay on the likes of Raheem Sterling, Kalidou Koulibaly, Marc Cucurella and Wesley Fofana. Having already had the unusual benefit of a six-week period to work closely with those players who were not involved in the World Cup in Qatar, away from scrutiny and the public eye, recently-appointed Chelsea manager Graham Potter now has an opportune transfer window to fine tune his squad.

Chelsea have reportedly reached an agreement with Monaco to sign Benoit Badiashile, with the Frenchman now set to complete a £34 million move.

[GOAL understands that Chelsea are also close](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/chelsea-near-deal-to-sign-brazilian-wonderkid-andrey-santos-from-vasco-da-gama/blta1f824bb25beb86e) to finalising a £12m deal with Vasco da Gama for Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos. The centre-back was left out of Monaco's squad to face Brest in Ligue 1 on New Year's Day as officials from Chelsea continue to work on the transfer. [The Athletic](https://twitter.com/David_Ornstein/status/1609493545374588930), the two clubs have reached a "total agreement" for the transfer of the 21-year-old, and Chelsea are now scheduling his medical ahead of an official announcement.

Chelsea had to settle for a point in a game of two very different halves on our first Premier League fixture against Nottingham Forest for nearly 24 years.

It was a composed strike to end his wait for a Premier League goal, having not found the net in that competition since the end of August. A busy start to the year means Chelsea are back in action in a mouthwatering double header in four days' time. Pulisic did well to play a quick one-two and beat his man with skill out on the left to make space to deliver a cross towards Havertz at the near post. As Morgan Gibbs-White lifted the ball over our defence on the halfway line, it allowed Brennan Johnson’s pace to take him clear between Thiago Silva and Cucurella. The Blues seemed eager to make up for lost time as we started on the front foot, with Mount smartly bringing down a ball over the top from Kalidou Koulibaly, but he couldn’t find the target with his powerful shot. However, things were very different after the break, as Nottingham Forest came out for the second half looking like a completely different team and determined to find an equaliser.

Chelsea will hope to revive their Premier League campaign with a win against 19th-placed Nottingham Forest.

To think of it, Nottingham Forest have managed to collect 7 points in their last 5 games. The Blues have collected just 4 points in the last 5 games. Their form in the last five games is reflective of how badly they have struggled to keep up with the likes of Arsenal, Manchester City, and Newcastle.

Chelsea news: The latest Blues headlines and updates as they happen with stories on Enzo Fernandez, Joao Felix and Jude Bellingham.

It won't stop Todd Boehly from going all-out to make the deal a reality though, [with 21-year-old Enzo Fernandez being heavily pursued despite his massive £105m release clause.](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-transfer-fernandez-benfica-contract-25846694) The Blues may look to add his experience to the squad with Graham Potter in need of defensive recruitments. Fofana cost around £10m but the rest of Chelsea's action promises to be more expensive than that. Having continued an aggressive drive to recruit young players there is a chance now to reconsider the short-term futures of players. Chelsea are edging closer to completing the signing of Brazilian talent Andrey Santos. The Italian joined as one of the most admired young midfielders in Europe but hasn't made a first team breakthrough yet. Badiashile is set to become the third January signing for the Blues after David Datro Fofana completed a move, with Andrey Santos also expected to sign in the coming days. Brighton have not yet received any contact from any club over buying Mac Allister in January, according to The Athletic, and there is no release clause in his contract. Chelsea have agreed personal terms with Badiashile on long-term contract and his medical is in process of being scheduled. The Blues have been strongly linked with a big-money move for the Argentina World Cup hero. Graham Potter on Kai Havertz: "With the period that we've had, we've had to adapt a few things. There'll be updates on the bid to buy him and more on Jude Bellingham as well.

Chelsea boss Graham Potter has explained why his side were unable to beat Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on New Year's Day. He went on to say.

Raheem Sterling put the Blues in front in the first half but a physical Forest side caused the West Londoners problems throughout the second half. He went on to say that Chelsea ‘did not deserve’ to win the game and slightly blamed Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang for failing to take the only chance the Blues had in the second half. Chelsea boss Graham Potter has explained why his side were unable to beat Nottingham Forest in the Premier League on New Year’s Day.

Nottingham Forest will investigate a “minority” of its fans for discriminatory chants during the club's 1-1 draw with Chelsea.

Premier League

Chelsea have reportedly reached an agreement with Monaco to sign Benoit Badiashile, with the Frenchman now set to complete a £34 million move.

[GOAL understands that Chelsea are also close](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/chelsea-near-deal-to-sign-brazilian-wonderkid-andrey-santos-from-vasco-da-gama/blta1f824bb25beb86e) to finalising a £12m deal with Vasco da Gama for Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos. The centre-back was left out of Monaco's squad to face Brest in Ligue 1 on New Year's Day as officials from Chelsea continue to work on the transfer. [The Athletic](https://twitter.com/David_Ornstein/status/1609493545374588930), the two clubs have reached a "total agreement" for the transfer of the 21-year-old, and Chelsea are now scheduling his medical ahead of an official announcement.

WHAT HAPPENED? The Belgian forward moved back to Inter in the summer on an €8 million loan deal, one year after re-signing for Chelsea for a club record ...

He has appeared in only five matches for Inter, scoring twice, and clocked just 54 minutes for Belgium at the 2022 World Cup as his team crashed out of the group stage. But we need to find a way with Chelsea." The 29-year-old also appeared to confirm that his initial exit from Chelsea came as a result of an issue with the club's former manager Thomas Tuchel.

Chelsea news: Injuries continue to mount for Potter as he looks for his side to bounce back from a draw against Nottingham Forest.

Fingers crossed but it is an awkward one.'' Having made quite the impression under Potter, it was a sad blow for the former Southampton loanee. It doesn’t look positive at the moment but it’s too early to say. It’s a surgery, so it’s a minimum period of four months. Having missed most of the season so far, former Leicester man Welsey Fofana's influence at the back has been somewhat felt. Expected return date: Early January He felt something there and we will have to find out the extent of it and keep our fingers crossed." Expected return date: Mid-February He has a problem with his bone [around his shoulder] that he picked up at the World Cup. The home side seemed much more likely to earn all three points come the end, but were unable to find the breakthrough as both teams settled for a point. [Chelsea ](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/news/graham-potter-chelsea-january-window-25875383)got their 2023 underway with a difficult away game against Nottingham Forest, who had earned 11 of their 13 points at home before the clash. We'll have to see over the next 24-48 hours.

Chelsea manager Graham Potter has been called upon to start Hakim Ziyech ahead of Raheem Sterling after their 1-1 Premier League draw against Nottingham ...

Chelsea have completed the signing of Benoit Badiashile from Monaco subject to a medical. The French defender will join Chelsea after a full agreement was ...

[Fabrizio Romano, ](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano)Benoit Badiashile to Chelsea is now a complete done deal. The French defender will join Chelsea after a full agreement was reached. Badiashile will fly to London tonight and is expected to complete his medical tomorrow, before signing his contract to become a Chelsea player. Badiashile will sign a 6.5 year deal to become a Chelsea player. Report: Benoit Badiashile To Chelsea Is A Done Deal [ Benoit Badiashile](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/benoit-badiashile/profil/spieler/463603) from Monaco subject to a medical.

It was a much more mobile set up to Chelsea's. It was moulded in the way he saw football. The current Chelsea midfield is a mixture of three or four managers ...

Players are more often than not shadowed from the blame, even though the common theme throughout seems to be them. It was moulded in the way he saw football. At Brighton Potter had power in It was a much more mobile set up to Chelsea's. The difference in the players in the Brighton midfield compared to Chelsea's are startling. Potter done well at Brighton due to the fact he had transfer windows and a great recruitment team behind him in order to build a team in the way he saw football.

Catch all the biggest Chelsea headlines including updates on Benoit Badiashile, Enzo Fernandez and Youssoufa Moukoko.

[Chelsea ](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-arsenal-tottenham-mac-allister-25874529)appear to be moving closer to landing Benfica star midfielder Enzo Fernandez in the January transfer window, but there's still some uncertainty surrounding a move. The second half wasn't quite as kind to the Blues though as former Tottenham full-back Serge Aurier equalised. [Todd Boehly](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-closer-enzo-fernandez-transfer-25874717), Chelsea co-owner and interim sporting director, looks set to continue his squad overhaul as the new ownership's philosophy is implemented. They would have hoped to go into that run with a much-needed win over struggling Nottingham Forest on the first day of January. The French defender's medical is in process of being scheduled by the club. [Graham Potter](https://www.football.london/all-about/graham-potter) after yesterday's draw with Nottingham Forest. Considering the stardom of Leao, and Arsenal’s need for a winger, Edu can throw his hat in the ring, as he did previously. That hasn't led to much consistency for the Blues though, who have also had a change of manager with Graham Potter appointed. [Chelsea ](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/news/graham-potter-chelsea-january-window-25875383)got their 2023 underway with a difficult away game against Nottingham Forest, who had earned 11 of their 13 points at home before the clash. [Chelsea ](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-closer-enzo-fernandez-transfer-25874717)look set to break several records over the winter market as the club have informed Benfica they are prepared to break their transfer record to secure the signing of World Cup winner Enzo Fernandez, football.london understands. No, they came from the mouth of [Thomas Tuchel](https://www.football.london/all-about/thomas-tuchel) back in August after Chelsea were defeated by Southampton. The Blues got their 2023 off to a far from idea start, as they only managed to draw 1-1 with relegation threatened Nottingham Forest yesterday.

Chelsea were unable to start 2023 with victory as the Blues were held to a disappointing and frustrating 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest.

Yet it was another indication of the rare quality Ziyech can bring to this Chelsea side. He was introduced with 18 minutes to play and the score level. Unfortunately, the forward was unable to connect properly with his header and the chance was lost. However, during the tournament in Qatar, Ziyech starred as Morocco unexpectedly made it to the semi-finals before being knocked out by France. The academy graduate has been a reliable presence when called upon this term but has somewhat surprisingly been dropped to the bench for the past two matches by Potter. The winger appeared revitalised and engaged. Having lost both Andreas Christensen and Antonio Rudiger on free transfers, centre-back was a position Chelsea simply had to strengthen in the summer transfer window. And for that reason, it may be time for Potter to bring Trevoh Chalobah back into his starting XI. Unfortunately, it doesn't get any easy with Manchester City and Erling Haaland to come on Thursday. It shouldn't be this predictable: a tricky away stadium, a hostile crowd, a Chelsea performance that wilts under the pressure. Yet 16 matches into the Senegal international's Chelsea career and big questions are being asked. They have to earn the right to win on the road, something which simply hasn't happened often enough.

Chelsea transfer news: The Blues are desperate not to miss out on key target Enzo Fernandez as Liverpool pile on the pressure with a transfer move of their ...

The Reds are interested in the same group of players as Chelsea but may have made a vital step towards taking one away from the Blues with German publication Bild writing that they are set to reach a €70million (£62million) deal with Brighton for Moises Caicedo. Liverpool, who were one of the teams hoping to sign the Benfica star, have reportedly made progress in their own attempts to sign a midfielder. With a massive release clause and wider competition for his signature, Chelsea are under pressure to complete the signing. Although some good proactive work has been done to add youth to the squad in an attempt to shore up future squads there is a more pressing need for players. [With Chelsea losing out on this one their is even more need for them to push on with completing a move for Fernandez ](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/news/chelsea-enzo-fernandez-transfer-timeframe-25871531)in order to bolster their squad in the right way. [With Enzo Fernandez now the main priority for the window Chelsea are moving quickly to get a deal done for the 21-year-old World Cup star.](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/news/chelsea-enzo-fernandez-transfer-debut-25876081) He has become their top target for the winter but isn't an easy move to get over the line.

Chelsea manager Graham Potter has been called upon to start Hakim Ziyech ahead of Raheem Sterling after their 1-1 Premier League draw against Nottingham ...

Chelsea lost more ground in the race for the top four as they dropped points in a entertaining draw with Nottingham Forest to start 2023.

Forest showed excellent grit and determination to stay in the game, [ and drew level an hour in courtesy of a poacher's finish from Serge Aurier](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/aurier-volleys-nottingham-forest-level-against-chelsea/blt3bf8e976ce0367c1). The attacker caused Kalidou Koulibaly all sorts of problems today, however, providing a constant threat to the right hand side of Chelsea's defence. [Willy Boly scorpion kicked the ball onto his own bar for Raheem Sterling to tap in](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/watch-sterling-tap-in-gives-chelsea-lead-nottingham-forest/blt8a8fddb030aed9c0).

football.london takes a look at the moments you may have missed from Chelsea's draw with Nottingham Forest on New Year's Day.

The former Milan defender managed to find a change of pace to reach the ball first and earn a foul against the young Welshman. In the 30th minute, Forest looked to attack once again and Silva found himself in a foot-race versus Johnson. The 33-year-old recorded his 495th appearance in Chelsea colours and with it surpassed Petr Cech's 494. [ absence of Armando Broja](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/news/chelsea-armando-broja-injury-surgery-25808616), or a suitable loan awaits remains to be seen. Fofana had one year left on his deal in Norway before committing to Stamford Bridge and netted 15 times in 24 appears in the Eliteserien in 2022 with an additional four goals in European competition this term. Raheem Sterling opened the scoring when a Christian Pulisic cross caused an obscure deflection from Willy Boly leading to the ball hitting the crossbar for the England international to blast into the net.

Graham Potter has had to contend with a number of injury issues since being appointed Chelsea head coach at the beginning of September but the Blues boss ...

football.london has been told the hope is Chilwell can be reincorporated into Potter's squad following next week's clash against Fulham at Craven Cottage. [Loftus-Cheek was forced off inside the opening five minutes](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/news/breaking-loftus-cheek-injured-newcastle-25502089) of the 1-0 defeat at St James' Park on November 12 and undertook the majority of his recovery work during the World Cup break. Chilwell has been absent since being helped off the Stamford Bridge pitch during the 2-1 victory over Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League on November 2. [Chelsea player ratings vs Nottingham Forest as Silva shines, Havertz dire, Koulibaly struggles](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/news/chelsea-player-ratings-nottingham-forest-25874776) [First Chelsea January transfer signing spotted in crowd for Nottingham Forest clash](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-january-transfer-signing-spotted-25875004) [Chelsea 'closer' to Enzo Fernandez transfer deal but 'board divided' over new £100m offer](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/chelsea-closer-enzo-fernandez-transfer-25874717) [Enzo Fernandez signs, Mateo Kovacic return: Graham Potter's dream Chelsea midfield after January](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/enzo-fernandez-chelsea-transfer-kovacic-25855769) [Loftus-Cheek](https://www.football.london/all-about/ruben-loftus-cheek) featured regularly in midfield following Potter's arrival but is unlikely to be rushed back after seven weeks on the sideline. He was included in the squad that travelled out to Abu Dhabi for warm-weather training but was not involved in the sessions put on by [Potter](https://www.football.london/all-about/graham-potter) and his coaching staff in the Middle East.

Inter Milan's Romelu Lukaku said he is hoping to put his injuries behind him and return to form in a bid to discuss a permanent move from Chelsea.

"He has the respect of all the players, he has won everything. "For me Henry is the next coach of Belgium. "I want to stay here and do things right.

Romelu Lukaku hopes Chelsea and Inter will come to agreement on his permanent transfer to the Serie A club.

[only for Belgium to crash out in the group stage](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2022/dec/01/croatia-belgium-world-cup-group-f-match-report). “For me Henry is the next coach of Belgium. Belgium’s campaign in Qatar ended with the striker being consoled by the assistant coach, Thierry Henry, and Lukaku said the former France international was the “ideal” candidate to take over from Roberto Martínez, who “I want to stay here and do things right. I’m fine, Inter always has ambition to keep growing. I’m nearly 30, my son started school here and plays in the Inter academy.

Chelsea are making plenty of progress in discussions with Benfica to complete midfielder Enzo Fernandez's deal this week. Fernandez shone at the 2022 FIFA.

It will be up to Benfica, though, so we will see what happens in the next few days.” Chelsea are making plenty of progress in discussions with Benfica to complete midfielder Enzo Fernandez’s deal this week. Transfer: Chelsea to complete Fernandez’s deal this week

THE BIGGER PICTURE: Chelsea invested heavily in the summer of 2022 – bringing in the likes of Kalidou Koulibaly, Wesley Fofana and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang – ...

It’s normal and it’s a part of modern-day football that we have to deal with.” WHAT THEY SAID: Potter could do without any distractions at this stage, as Chelsea scratch around for consistency, and has said of the rumours that continue to rage around his squad: “It’s part of the season that we all have to deal with so I won’t complain about it. Potter is said to be in the hunt for another centre-half and forward, as he looks to put his own stamp on a squad inherited from Thomas Tuchel, while the likes of Hakim Ziyech, Christian Pulisic and [Jorginho are seeing possible exits mooted](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/jorginho-hoping-napoli-return-chelsea-contract-expires/blt56fe10603542aa49).

Chelsea are closing in on a €37 million deal to sign Monaco defender Benoit Badiashile, sources have told ESPN.

Chelsea signed [Kalidou Koulibaly](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/150312/Kalidou-Koulibaly) and [Wesley Fofana](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/270190/Wesley-Fofana) but it remains to be seen whether this is Thiago Silva's final season at Stamford Bridge. [Andreas Christensen](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/186430/Andreas-Christensen) and [Antonio Rudiger](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/169438/Antonio-Rüdiger) on free transfers last summer. [Chelsea](/soccer/team?id=363) are closing in on a €37 million deal to sign [Monaco](/soccer/team?id=174) defender [Benoit Badiashile](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/282585/Benoit-Badiashile), sources have told ESPN.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: Chelsea invested heavily in the summer of 2022 – bringing in the likes of Kalidou Koulibaly, Wesley Fofana and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang – ...

It’s normal and it’s a part of modern-day football that we have to deal with.” WHAT THEY SAID: Potter could do without any distractions at this stage, as Chelsea scratch around for consistency, and has said of the rumours that continue to rage around his squad: “It’s part of the season that we all have to deal with so I won’t complain about it. Potter is said to be in the hunt for another centre-half and forward, as he looks to put his own stamp on a squad inherited from Thomas Tuchel, while the likes of Hakim Ziyech, Christian Pulisic and [Jorginho are seeing possible exits mooted](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/jorginho-hoping-napoli-return-chelsea-contract-expires/blt56fe10603542aa49).

Chelsea manager Graham Potter has been called upon to start Hakim Ziyech ahead of Raheem Sterling after their 1-1 Premier League draw against Nottingham ...

Enzo Fernandez to Chelsea is now reportedly a done deal. The player will join Chelsea from Benfica finally after a week of negotiations between the two ...

Fernandez will bring some much needed steel and quality to the Chelsea midfield. Benfica originally planned to lose him in the summer but could not turn down a deal like this from Chelsea. Chelsea will pay €120+£10million for the player. Enzo will join Chelsea in January. The deal has now reportedly been fully agreed and signed. It is a massive statement from Chelsea to sign a player of the quality of Enzo Fernandez.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: Chelsea invested heavily in the summer of 2022 – bringing in the likes of Kalidou Koulibaly, Wesley Fofana and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang – ...

It’s normal and it’s a part of modern-day football that we have to deal with.” WHAT THEY SAID: Potter could do without any distractions at this stage, as Chelsea scratch around for consistency, and has said of the rumours that continue to rage around his squad: “It’s part of the season that we all have to deal with so I won’t complain about it. Potter is said to be in the hunt for another centre-half and forward, as he looks to put his own stamp on a squad inherited from Thomas Tuchel, while the likes of Hakim Ziyech, Christian Pulisic and [Jorginho are seeing possible exits mooted](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/jorginho-hoping-napoli-return-chelsea-contract-expires/blt56fe10603542aa49).

Monaco centre-back, Benoit Badiashile will undergo a medical at Chelsea today ahead of his expected move to the west London club, Sky Sports reports. A.

Chelsea have been looking to sign a left-footed centre-back since the end of last season and opened talks over a move for Badiashile in December. A complete agreement has been reached between Chelsea and Monaco to see Badiashile make the switch to Stamford Bridge for a transfer fee of around £35million. Monaco centre-back, Benoit Badiashile will undergo a medical at Chelsea today ahead of his expected move to the west London club, Sky Sports reports.

World Cup winner Enzo Fernandez is facing disciplinary action at Benfica after missing two training sessions with the club.

Fernandez [has agreed a move to Chelsea](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/chelsea-fernandez-very-inclined-leave-benfica-january-manager-exit-admission/bltc99fb59608057ce1), with the Blues preparing a huge offer for the 21-year-old. The midfielder is yet to return and looks set to be sanctioned by the Portuguese side. Fernandez returned to Argentina to spend New Year's Eve in his homeland after Benfica's defeat to Braga on December 30.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: Chelsea invested heavily in the summer of 2022 – bringing in the likes of Kalidou Koulibaly, Wesley Fofana and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang – ...

It’s normal and it’s a part of modern-day football that we have to deal with.” WHAT THEY SAID: Potter could do without any distractions at this stage, as Chelsea scratch around for consistency, and has said of the rumours that continue to rage around his squad: “It’s part of the season that we all have to deal with so I won’t complain about it. Potter is said to be in the hunt for another centre-half and forward, as he looks to put his own stamp on a squad inherited from Thomas Tuchel, while the likes of Hakim Ziyech, Christian Pulisic and [Jorginho are seeing possible exits mooted](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/jorginho-hoping-napoli-return-chelsea-contract-expires/blt56fe10603542aa49).

All the latest news and updates on Benoit Badiashile's proposed transfer to Chelsea from Monaco as Todd Boehly aims to reinforce Graham Potter's squad in ...

Josko Gvardiol is another player Tottenham and Chelsea admire, but RB Leipzig [weren’t prepared to sell him](https://www.football.london/tottenham-hotspur-fc/transfer-news/paratici-richarlison-gordon-spence-transfer-24331328) in the window. While there is no agreement between Chelsea and Monaco, it is claimed that Stamford Bridge chiefs now expect to complete a deal for the Frenchman worth £30million. While currently there is no agreement between the Premier League side and their Ligue 1 counterparts, multiple sources believe he will join in the weeks ahead for around €35million (£30million). Gvardiol's rising value has forced Chelsea to broaden the search and consider alternative options for January or next summer. A long-term deal is also said to have been discussed. Chelsea have agreed personal terms with Badiashile on long-term contract and his medical is in process of being scheduled. He is currently in London to undergo his medical ahead of completing the move to London. "It's not just Chelsea. Negotiations are progressing to final stages for Benoit Badiashile to join Chelsea, expectation is for the deal to be completed soon for €35/40million (£30.7m-£35.1m) fee. [said to have already agreed personal terms with the Blues](https://www.football.london/chelsea-fc/transfer-news/josko-gvardiol-real-madrid-chelsea-25661098), but it seems a move for Badiashile is set to rule out a move for the Croatian. The deal for the 21-year-old is worth in the region of €37-38million (£32.8m-£33.7m). Chelsea are closing in on their second signing of the January transfer window after agreeing a €38million (£33.6million) deal with AS Monaco for centre-back Benoit Badiashile.

Chelsea are closing in on World Cup winner Enzo Fernandez after talks with Benfica progressed swiftly over a €127m deal for the midfielder.

[already agreed to move to Chelsea](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/chelsea-fernandez-very-inclined-leave-benfica-january-manager-exit-admission/bltc99fb59608057ce1), and it's now just left for the two clubs to complete the deal. The Blues are set to pay for Fernandez in three instalments of around €40m and only "final details" now need to be agreed between the two sides. Benfica aim to replace Fernandez by bringing in Racing Club's Carlos Alcaraz.

Enzo Fernandez has reportedly accepted the contract offered to him by Chelsea. The deal has been described as advanced.

Fernandez has now given the green light and accepted the bid which is a massive step in the deal. [Felix Johnston ](https://twitter.com/FelixJohnston_)claimed earlier tonight that the deal has been officially completed. The deal is now moving very quickly and it now looks to be a matter of time before it's a done deal. The deal has now been described as advanced. The Blue's wanted to avoid paying the release clause in order to pay the fee in a more favourable fashion. Financial fair play was on the clubs mind when doing this.

World Cup winner Enzo Fernandez is facing disciplinary action at Benfica after missing two training sessions with the club.

Fernandez [has agreed a move to Chelsea](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/chelsea-fernandez-very-inclined-leave-benfica-january-manager-exit-admission/bltc99fb59608057ce1), with the Blues preparing a huge offer for the 21-year-old. The midfielder is yet to return and looks set to be sanctioned by the Portuguese side. Fernandez returned to Argentina to spend New Year's Eve in his homeland after Benfica's defeat to Braga on December 30.

Chelsea are looking at a potential move for Atletico Madrid right-back Nahuel Molina in January as they look to sign a right-back to replace the injured Reece ...

Nothing is concrete with the Bayern Munich player yet. The club are looking at potential targets. He is just a name the club are looking at. The Atletico defender only joined the Spanish club in the summer but Chelsea are now plotting a move in January to take him. [Simon Phillips,](https://twitter.com/siphillipssport) Chelsea really admire Atletico Madrid full-back Nahuel Molina and could make a move for the Argentine defender in January. [Nahuel Molina](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/nahuel-molina/profil/spieler/424042) from Atletico Madrid is one of those, and the club really like the player.

Chelsea are understood to have made a £112million offer to Benfica for Enzo Fernandez. Portuguese sources say the fee would be paid in three instalments of ...

Enzo Fernandez may leave Portuguese side Benfica as Chelsea increase their offer to £112m [Chelsea](/sport/teampages/chelsea.html) are understood to have made a £112million offer to Benfica for Enzo Fernandez. - Chelsea have made a £112m offer to sign Enzo Fernandez from Benfica

THE BIGGER PICTURE: Chelsea invested heavily in the summer of 2022 – bringing in the likes of Kalidou Koulibaly, Wesley Fofana and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang – ...

It’s normal and it’s a part of modern-day football that we have to deal with.” WHAT THEY SAID: Potter could do without any distractions at this stage, as Chelsea scratch around for consistency, and has said of the rumours that continue to rage around his squad: “It’s part of the season that we all have to deal with so I won’t complain about it. Potter is said to be in the hunt for another centre-half and forward, as he looks to put his own stamp on a squad inherited from Thomas Tuchel, while the likes of Hakim Ziyech, Christian Pulisic and [Jorginho are seeing possible exits mooted](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/news/jorginho-hoping-napoli-return-chelsea-contract-expires/blt56fe10603542aa49).