Updates on transfers and Chelsea LIVE: £172m deal completed, Neymar transfer, Kante agreement, Havertz cost

Mauricio Pochettino’s first signing, Kai Havertz going to Real Madrid, and Moises Caicedo are among the most recent Chelsea transfer stories that are being reported live.

Before the summer transfer window formally opens on June 14th, Chelsea had yet another busy day. Mauricio Pochettino is working quickly to wrap up the Blues’ transfer business while players fly off on vacation and take a break from football.

Chelsea has withdrawn from the race to sign Sporting CP midfielder Manuel Ugarte as Moises Caicedo has emerged as a top target. As a result of Caicedo signing a new long-term contract earlier this year, Brighton is still in a strong position to negotiate a price for the Ecuadorian star.

With Chelsea announcing that an agreement has been reached to sign young talent Kendry Paez, Pochettino has already made his first signing at Stamford Bridge. When the young Ecuadorian turns 18 and becomes a member of the Blues in 2025.

Once more speaking out about his future at Napoli is Victor Osimhen. Real Madrid has reportedly contacted Kai Havertz’s representatives as they step up their efforts to sign the Chelsea forward, while Todd Boehly is reportedly putting in a £52 million bid to sign AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan.

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Agreement on the Kante deal.

N’Golo Kante, a star for Chelsea, is expected to move to Saudi Arabia this summer on a free transfer, according to Fabrizio Romano. A two-year contract with the midfielder will pay him £86 million annually.

N’Golo Kanté is on the verge of joining Al Ittihad on free transfer! Final details are being discussed then proposal will be accepted 🚨🟡⚫️🇸🇦 #CFC

Al Ittihad directors just arrived in London to link up with PIF Saudi delegation to prepare documents.

€100m per year until 2025. pic.twitter.com/el7VDaiaq5

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 6, 2023

Madison’s interest.

James Maddison, a star for Leicester City who is expected to leave the club this summer, is reportedly a target for Chelsea. The playmaker is reportedly valued at £40 million by the Foxes, who are beginning a massive purge after being demoted from the Premier League.

Understand James Maddison has been discussed internally at Chelsea, as a replacement if Kai Havertz & Mason Mount were to leave, as is currently expected.

Told lots of No. 10s on the list, in case Mount & Havertz leave. pic.twitter.com/f9K0eMugvP

— Felix (@FelixJohnston_) June 6, 2023

Havertz consent.
As the summer transfer window approaches, Kai Havertz, a star for Chelsea, appears more and more likely to spend the rest of his career playing outside of Stamford Bridge. The forward has had trouble finding a role for the Blues; he is frequently used as either a number nine or a ten, not knowing for sure which position his skills are best suited.

Nottingham Forest are in advanced talks to sign Dean Henderson on a permanent deal — terms almost agreed also on the player side. 🔴🌳 #NFFC

Man United are not intentioned to give final green light until David de Gea signs new deal. pic.twitter.com/CMeF1IxoNb

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 6, 2023

Veiga latest 

Gabri Veiga, a young player for Celta Vigo, is well-liked by Chelsea, but going into the summer transfer window, other players are currently Chelsea’s top priority. Following a breakthrough season in La Liga, the 21-year-old midfielder has been linked with a summer transfer to the Blues.

Neymar move.

Le10Sport reports that Chelsea and PSG have spoken about a possible summer transfer for Neymar. Brazilian player has been strongly linked with exiting Paris, including a shocking switch to Manchester United in the upcoming weeks.

Colwill made a bid.

Xavi on Leo Messi’s decision expected soon: “Messi has the frying pan by it’s handle — it’s up to him”. 🚨🔵🔴 #FCB

“The situation is in the hands of Laporta and Jorge Messi, we’ll see how it ends”. pic.twitter.com/nG6IObzaqf

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 6, 2023

According to Fabrizio Romano, Brighton is getting ready to submit a second offer for Levi Colwill.

Brighton is currently preparing a new, record offer for Levi Colwill that is expected to be submitted soon and will be close to £40 million.

“Last week, Chelsea rejected a £30 million bid. Colwill is a long-term project, and Chelsea has never intended to sell him, has always been their stance. “.

Kante and Boehly coincident.
As the Blues continue to focus intently on signing players this summer, Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has been spotted in Saudi Arabia.

The timing of the photo may be coincidental, but transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed on Tuesday that N’Golo Kante was receiving offers from a number of teams in the Saudi league.

Lastest Messi.

After leaving PSG as a free agent, Lionel Messi is still being linked to moves to Barcelona and Saudi Arabia this summer. Chelsea have also been mentioned, but it is still unclear whether a firm offer will be made for the forward.

Xavi on Leo Messi’s decision expected soon: “Messi has the frying pan by it’s handle — it’s up to him”. 🚨🔵🔴 #FCB

“The situation is in the hands of Laporta and Jorge Messi, we’ll see how it ends”. pic.twitter.com/nG6IObzaqf

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 6, 2023

Pulisic makes a noise.

Christian Pulisic has said he is unaware of the transfer rumors swirling around him this summer, as the USMNT star appears destined to leave Chelsea.

He has hardly played this season for the Blues under three different managers, and it is now widely anticipated that he will be one of the many first team stars leaving the organization. Despite Mauricio Pochettino’s hiring, Pulisic’s contract has just over a year left and no new terms have been presented.

It has been by far his worst season in terms of output, scoring just one goal in 30 appearances—mostly from the bench—and it has coincided with the team’s precipitous decline, which saw them finish the season in 12th place. The American winger is currently attracting attention from all over Europe.