CHELSEA have been told they can get Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang for just £21million.
The former Arsenal striker, 33, could be heading to Stamford Bridge just eight months after leaving North London.
Tuchel said of Aubameyang: "I enjoyed working with him [Aubameyang] a lot, it was a pleasure. I've never had any issue."
Elsewhere, according to reports, Chelsea have AGREED a deal for Leicester midfielder Wesley Fofana.
The Blues have seen two attempts rejected already but are optimistic that their third bid will be successful.
However, they will still need to meet Leicester's demands, with the Foxes asking for a world record fee.
Meanwhile, tension is rising in the Frenkie de Jong transfer saga as both Manchester United and Chelsea await his final decision.
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- Kieran Davies
Ex-Chelsea player interesting Forest
Tiemoue Bakayoko has not had the start to his career he would have envisaged at AC Milan.
Making only 18 appearances last season, the 27-year-old has not made the impact in Italy both club and player were hoping for.
Nottingham Forest were rumoured to be interested in bringing the player back to the Premier League.
A major stumbling block however would be the player's wages of £93,000 per week.
Having had an unsuccessful spell at Stamford Bridge following his transfer from Monaco, Steve Cooper may look elsewhere for additions to his squad before the window closes.
- Alex Terrell
Palace look to swoop for Chelsea duo
Crystal Palace are in the market for possible Premier League loans but are keen on investment captures who could go on to improve.
They have their eyes on Chelsea, where any more new midfield signings would open the door for Conor Gallagher or Ruben Loftus-Cheek to move out.
Gallagher, 22, starred for Palace on loan last season and they have yet to replace him.
Loftus-Cheek, 26, is firmly on their list despite being happy to compete at Stamford Bridge for now.
- Kieran Davies
Fofana transfer frustrating club
One thing that can be said of Leicester City is that they do not sell any of their players on the cheap.
Chelsea know this more than anyone having paid £35m for Danny Drinkwater back in 2017, a transfer that really didn't work out as planned.
It seems to be the case that The Foxes are not willing to budge on their valuation of Wesley Fofana, having rejected two bids for the player already.
Having allegedly agreed personal terms, further bids will not doubt be forthcoming from Chelsea.
Securing the defender's signature will no doubt mean eclipsing the fee paid for Harry Maguire by Man Utd as Leicester hold out for a fee in excess of £80m.
- Lloyd Canfield
Good morning, Chelsea fans!
Yesterday it was exclusively reported on SunSport that Newcastle have made Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher their prime target in the final weeks of the transfer window.
Ex-Chelsea strikers Romelu Lukaku and Timo Werner also both scored on their debuts back at their old clubs, Inter Milan and RB Leipzig.
Chelsea seemingly moved closer to a deal for striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, as the club are reportedly preparing a bid to send to Barcelona, as Boehly has been in contact with the club.
Aubameyang and Frenkie De Jong were both started on the bench for Barcelona's LaLiga opener, which resulted in a drab 0-0 draw.
Today The Blues face off against ex-boss Antonio Conte, and his high-flying Spurs side, after they beat Southampton 4-1 on the opening day of the season.
Kai Havertz and Thomas Tuchel both spoke to the media about the importance of this game, and the importance of any London derby.
Chelsea target Wesley Fofana also played for Leicester yesterday, as they were convincingly beaten by London rivals Arsenal, thanks to a Gabriel Jesus masterclass, who was also linked with The Blues.
Fofana approached the away fans at the end of the game, in what very much looked like a goodbye, but it remains to be seen if Chelsea can convince Leicester to sell the Frenchman.
- Chisanga Malata
Tuchel standing firm
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has claimed none of his players are for sale amid reports several clubs are keen on signing Conor Gallagher and Callum Hudson-Odoi.
The German said: "In general, nobody is for sale. Nobody is for sale, and everybody is for sale.
"It depends on what the player wants, how bad the player wants it, what we think about who is ready to pay a certain amount of money and then maybe everybody is for sale."
- Lloyd Canfield
Gallagher Newcastle's number one target.
Newcastle have made Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher their prime target in the final weeks of the transfer window.
Toon bosses would also like to sign James Maddison from Leicester – but their hopes of landing the Foxes playmaker are understood to be slim.
So Newcastle will now step up their efforts to persuade Chelsea to sell their £40m-rated midfielder.
However, it won't be easy to tempt Gallagher away from Chelsea and from Thomas Tuchel, as the Chelsea boss remains a big fan of the industrious midfield maestro.
Earlier today an article was posted to Chelsea's website, which detailed some quotes from Thomas Tuchel about Conor Gallagher.
“Everything is in its right place. We are happy with him and he keeps on fighting, because this is what he does.
“I think he has everything to become a very important player over the next years at Chelsea.”
Conor Gallagher (left) is subject to interest of Newcastle United.Credit: Getty - Lloyd Canfield
Xavi unsure in De Jong deal.
Fabrizio Romano took to Twitter tonight to share an update from Barcelona boss Xavi, after Frenkie De Jong was named on the bench in the club's 0-0 draw with Rayo Vallecano.
Fabrizio stated the following via Twitter:
"Xavi on de Jong deal: “No, Frenkie de Jong is not a substitute. I don't know what will happen with the market”.#FCB “I can guarantee that if he stays, he will be important for us."
- Lloyd Canfield
Havertz speaks ahead of Spurs
Kai Havertz spoke to Zac Djellab in front of the Chelsea FC cameras today, in an interview recorded for the club's social channels.
This is what he had to say on facing Spurs:
"It’s a proper derby. It’s a London derby and I know these games are always crazy and for the fans it’s a very big thing, for us as well it’s a lot of emotions in there. These are the games where you want to play as a player."
- Lloyd Canfield
Frenkie and Auba get minutes…
Neither Frenkie De Jong or Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang started for FC Barcelona in their LaLiga opener tonight…
Both players came on from the bench, with FDJ replacing Gavi after 60 minutes, and Auba replaces Alba with just eight minutes left to play.
Barcelona opened the season with a drab 0-0 draw to Rayo Vallecano, which saw a Sergio Busquets red card as the games highlight.
ex-Chelsea target Raphinha played from the beginning, but could not come up with a goal and was subbed off after 60 minutes, and Christensen was subbed off at the same time.
Frenkie De Jong had to make do with being a second half sub tonight…Credit: Reuters
- Lloyd Canfield
Romano gives Aubameyang update…
Fabrizio Romano has given an update on Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's potential move to Chelsea.
He claimed that Boehly is seriously pushing for a deal, because of Tuchel's relationship with the Gabonese frontman.
In the week, Tuchel claimed that he was very close with Pierre-Emerick, saying: “I enjoyed working with him. It was a pleasure. This has nothing to do with the situation now, but some players stay your players because you were very, very close. We have a very close relationship.”
“Chelsea are serious about Aubameyang,” the Italian transfer expert explained on his YouTube channel.
“The discussions are entering important stages.
“Todd Boehly is in direct contact with people who are close to the deal to prepare an opening proposal for the striker.
“Chelsea are pushing because of Thomas Tuchel, who is a big fan of Aubameyang — their relationship is great.”
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang could be the answer to Chelsea's problems…Credit: Reuters - Lloyd Canfield
Lukaku scores on Inter return…
Romelu Lukaku has put Inter Milan 1-0 up against Lecce in Serie A in his first game back since leaving Chelsea.
It was a cross from deep on the left hand side that reached Matteo Darmian on the right-hand side of the box.
The ex-Manchester United man found Lukaku with a header about two yards out, who headed into the back of the net.
Timo Werner also scored on his return to RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga with a strike from 30-yards.
It does make you wonder why they just could not seem to do it Stamford Bridge…
Romelu Lukaku scored on his Inter Milan return against Lecce.Credit: AFP - Lloyd Canfield
Tuchel answers the fans questions
Thomas Tuchel has been the subject to the questioning of Chelsea fans on social media today…
One such question was what is on the bucket list of the Chelsea boss, and his answer was as follows:
Very easy, Premier League title is definitely on the list.
Thomas Tuchel@ChelseaFC via Twitter
Thomas Tuchel answered the questions of Chelsea fans via social media.Credit: Getty - Lloyd Canfield
Xavi speaks on FDJ and Aubameyang
Xavi has spoken out on the future of Chelsea targets Frenkie De Jong and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
Frenkie is the same as Aubameyang. He is a big player and part of the squad, so if he can help us, then perfect. But from today until August 31, the window is open and we don’t know what will happen – not with Frenkie, not with Aubameyang, not with the great majority of the squad
XaviBarcelona manager
- Lloyd Canfield
"How much do they want?"
Brentford are currently 4-0 against Manchester United at half-time at the Brentford Community Stadium.
The Bees standout player last season, and in this game has been Ivan Toney, and Chelsea fans are all saying the same thing about him on social media.
Chelsea are, of course, linked with a number nine in the summer transfer window, and many fans feel that Ivan Toney could be the answer to their problems.
The Brentford striker has previously been linked with Manchester United as a Cristiano Ronaldo replacement should he leave.
And we are sure that the interest in him is going to ramp up, after the performance he has put in so far.
Ivan Toney could be the number nine that Chelsea are looking for…Credit: Reuters - Lloyd Canfield
One final goodbye?
After playing his part in a 4-2 loss for Leicester, Wesley Fofana went over to the away fans on his own, and clapped the supporters.
It looked very much like a goodbye from the Frenchman, who has been very heavily linked with Chelsea this week.
It looks as though he might know something we don't…
- Lloyd Canfield
Missed out on a star?
It seems many Chelsea fans are all saying the same thing, as ex-Chelsea target Gabriel Jesus is absolutely flying after making his big money move to Arsenal in the summer.
Gabby, as he is affectionately known, has now scored two goals and got two assists in two Premier League games for Arsenal.
It is no secret that The Blues are in need of a number nine who scores goals, as they have let Timo Werner and Romelu Lukaku go, who both failed to do the job in the Premier League.
Many fans are left unhappy that Arsenal secured the Brazilian in the summer window, and feel that he is exactly what Tuchel needed to spearhead his attack.
Chelsea are now linked with ex-Arsenal hitman Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who was let go by The Gunners due to disciplinary issues…
- Lloyd Canfield
Personal terms agreed with Fofana
According to reports, Chelsea have agreed personal terms with Leicester defender Wesley Fofana.
The 21-year-old has been linked with The Blues excessively over the past few weeks, as they seek to replace Champions League winners Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen.
The signing of Koulibaly seems to be the ideal replacement for Rudiger, a commanding center-half who is a leader in the dressing room, and it seems Fofana is the Christensen replacement.
They have been linked with a few defenders with whom they couldn't get deals done for, namely Jules Kounde, but this Fofana deal seems to be edging closer as personal terms are agreed.
Fofana is expected to earn a hefty wage increase to around £200,000 a week if he completes the move, but Chelsea are yet to meet Leicester's asking price with a bid.
Wesley Fofana (Right) has agreed personal terms with The Blues…Credit: Getty - Kieran Davies
Werner rubs salt in the wound
Timo Werner completed his move to RB Leipzig during the week after the misfiring striker's disappointing stint at Stamford Bridge.
To make matters worse, the German forward rifled in a 30-yard screamer in his first game back for his old club.
It really makes you wonder why things didn't pan out for Werner at Chelsea as the talent is there for all to be seen.
- Kieran Davies
Blues need to be patient
After having such a testing season last year with government imposed sanctions brought against the club due to their Russian ownership, the new regime was welcomed into Stamford Bridge with open arms.
However, all clubs now know that Chelsea are armed with the chequebook of their new owners and could be held to ransom over their immediate need for players.
The classic example is the price tag slapped on Aubameyang after news of Chelsea interest was declared by a club struggling to pay their staff what they are owed.
Now is the time for Chelsea to be patient and to buy the right players and not just ones convenient for today.
- Kieran Davies
Midfielder looking set for move
Ross Barkley looks set to be leaving Chelsea before the transfer window closes this summer.
The 28-year-old midfielder has seen his career stagnate at The Blues as he has failed to make the step-up after his transfer from Everton.
Celtic have made an offer for a permanent transfer but the player also has other offers from Brighton, Newcastle, West Ham, Aston Villa and Everton.
Either way it seems Barkley will be leaving Stamford Bridge shortly.
- Kieran Davies
Cascarino worried by Klopp actions
Former Chelsea striker, Tony Cascarino, has warned Chelsea over their pursuit of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang:
He is a great finisher and a fabulous footballer, but my only concern is that Jurgen Klopp never went after him. He worked with Aubameyang a lot at Dortmund, but Jurgen was never interested in re-signing him. He was brilliant for Klopp as well, but never chose to bring him in – what does that tell you?
Tony Cascarinoex-Chelsea striker
- Kieran Davies
Barca slap price tag on striker
With plenty of Premier League clubs desperately in search of a striker for the forthcoming season, Barcelona have put a €25m price on forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
Having acquired the player from Arsenal on a free transfer, the Catalan club seem willing to do business, but only for the right price.
With pressure on them from La Liga to balance the books in order to register players, Barcelona have struggled to do just that with some of their new signings and offloading Aubameyang may ease their worries further.
The big question will be whether the price tag scares a lot of sides off considering the player is 33-years-old.
Credit: Rex - Kieran Davies
Interest builds in Chelsea attackers
Since the signing of Raheem Sterling, the vultures have been circling around Stamford Bridge looking to pick off their squad players.
Two of those players creating interest are Christian Pulisic and Hakim Ziyech with Newcastle and Man Utd being the interested parties.
With a World Cup in Qatar looming, players will be looking for as much game time as possible this season more than any other.
- Kieran Davies
Defender deal would be world record fee
As things seem to move towards Wesley Fofana becoming a Chelsea player, the fee being mooted would result in the player becoming the world's most expensive defender.
If you were to ask most people down your local pub who the best defender in the world was, not many people would reply Wesley Fofana.
Chelsea seem to have faith in both he and Marco Cucurella with the fees they are willing to pay or is it the size of the need of the purchase that the club are paying the price for.
A heavy burden will fall on the shoulders of these players as they try to live up to their price tags.
- Kieran Davies
Fun in the Cobham sun
As the players prepare for the visit of Tottenham tomorrow, the hot weather does not seem to be phasing the Chelsea players.
In what will be an important game for so many different reasons, Tuchel is putting his squad through their paces.
With the opposition sitting top of the table after the first weekend of Premier League action, the German will be looking to make a statement against former Chelsea manager, Antonio Conte's Tottenham.
Credit: @ChelseaFC
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