Here is your Chelsea transfer roundup on Saturday, January 7.
Enzo Fernandez message
Benfica midfielder Enzo Fernandez has told head coach Roger Schmidt he wants to leave the club to join Chelsea this month, according to Record. It comes as talks appear to have stalled over a potential switch to Stamford Bridge for the 21-year-old after opening discussions.
The youngster has a reported release clause worth £105million that the Blues are yet to trigger, with talks held over restructuring the deal to work in their favour. While that has been the case, Fernandez was not involved in his side's clash with Portimonense S.C. on Friday night, despite making himself available for their previous match.
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Bellingham offer
Real Madrid are ready to make an offer for Borussia Dortmund and England midfield star Jude Bellingham in the near future, according to Marca. The youngster has been linked with a switch to Chelsea to help bolster their midfield for both the current side and the future.
Los Blancos are said to be unwilling to be dragged into a bidding war though, with £97million set as the upper limit of a deal before add-ons are involved.
N'Golo Kante contract
Chelsea star N'Golo Kante is nearing a contract extension that will keep him at the club until 2026, according to reports from Foot Mercato. The Frenchman has been a key player for the Blues in recent seasons, but a mixture of his injury record and expiring contract have put doubt over his future at Stamford Bridge.
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