Thomas Tuchel's transfer activity for Chelsea this summer has been impressive given the work that was needed on his squad following on from last season.
Working with Todd Boehly in an unnatural interim director of football role the pair have come together along with the very capable work of Behdad Eghbali to sign two world class players in Raheem Sterling and Kalidou Koulibaly in key areas of the pitch. The news that Jules Kounde is close to becoming Chelsea's third male signing of the window has only furthered demonstrated the quick understanding that has developed between Chelsea's key trio.
Along with the opening negotiations for players, the Blues have also so far been able to keep their prize young players and are building a squad that Tuchel plans to mount a serious challenge for the Premier League with.