After a chaotic start to the Todd Boehly era, Chelsea finally look to be on the right track this season, sitting third in the Premier League table after 12 games.
Chelsea have spent a fortune building a squad that can compete for silverware in the foreseeable future, but they’re still expected to dip into their coffers in January or next summer.
The Blues have plenty of talent on their roster, and they’ve been exciting to watch. Many are even touting them as potential title contenders despite sitting nine points behind pacesetters Liverpool.
Both sides have already locked horns this season, with Chelsea vs Liverpool tickets selling out fast on Seatsnet.com as the Reds ran out 2-1 winners.
The Reds barely tweaked their squad last summer, but they established themselves as title favourites early on. Here’s a rundown of some of the latest transfer rumours around Chelsea and Liverpool.
Journalist confident that Mohamed Salah will sign a new deal with Liverpool
Mohamed Salah’s contract negotiations have dominated the headlines since the start of the season, yet Liverpool are no closer to tying the Egyptian winger to a new deal.
The 32-year-old has been at the heart of Liverpool’s success over the past few years, and he has shown no signs of slowing down, headlining the new era under Arne Slot’s leadership.
Salah has been in red-hot form this season, cementing his status as the lynchpin with 12 goals and ten assists in 18 appearances across all competitions.
Despite his staggering numbers, Liverpool have struggled to secure his status beyond the end of this season and risk losing him on a free transfer next summer.
Salah has already voiced his disappointment about the lack of progress on a new contract after firing Liverpool to a nail-biting 3-2 win against Southampton with a brace.
However, there’s growing optimism around the Egyptian’s future, with respected The Athletic journalist David Ornstein predicting that both parties will eventually reach an agreement.
Ornstein has confirmed that discussions with Salah’s camp have been positive, although the Reds are yet to make an official proposal.
Salah turns 33 next year but is still physically fit and performing at the highest level. The Reds must consider offering him a two-year deal with an optional third year.
Chelsea linked with loan move for Evan Ferguson in January
Chelsea have been linked with a potential January loan move for Brighton and Hove Albion striker Evan Ferguson.
The highly-rated Republic of Ireland international is currently struggling for game time under Brighton’s new manager, Fabian Hürzeler, despite being touted as one of the best young strikers in the league.
Ferguson has only started once in the Premier League this season, repaying Hurzeler’s faith with a goal in the 2-1 win against Newcastle in October.
However, he finds himself behind Danny Welbeck, Georginio Rutter, and João Pedro in the pecking order at the in-form Seagulls.
Back to full fitness after ankle surgery earlier this year, Ferguson is eager for regular first-team minutes, and the Telegraph reports that Brighton are open to sending him out on loan.
The Seagulls value their 20-year-old prodigy at around £60 million, but they’re reluctant to sell. They’re open to a Premier League loan to aid his development, and Chelsea are one of several teams on his trail.
Ferguson signed a six-year deal with Brighton last November, and Chelsea could offer him the opportunity he needs to revive his career.
However, they’ll likely demand a clause that paves the way for a permanent move in the summer if the young striker rediscovers his clinical edge in West London.
Chelsea set to sign 15-year-old wonderkid Mathis Eboue
Chelsea are on the cusp of finalising a deal to sign 15-year-old Watford wonderkid Mathis Eboue – son of former Arsenal and Ivory Coast defender Emmanuel Eboue.
The Blues are one step away from welcoming the youngster to West London and are negotiating compensation for the talented forward.
Chelsea want to add another promising talent to their academy in Cobham, and Eboue checks that box.
At just 15, he has already shown his potential by playing for Watford’s Under-21s.
He has also made his mark on the international stage, scoring the winner for England’s Under-16s in a 1-0 victory over France last month, which clinched the U16 Challenge Trophy in Spain.
Chelsea are following the Premier League’s five-step process for transfers involving young players, including exit interviews with the player’s parents and both clubs to ensure all rules are followed.
The process is designed to prevent misconduct, such as tapping up, and typically takes about three weeks to complete.
The Blues have a history of securing young talent from rival academies, with previous deals for Zak Sturge and Shim Mheuka from Brighton going to the tribunal after the clubs couldn’t agree on fees.
Those transfers cost Chelsea significant sums, but they remain committed to investing in future stars.
Chelsea plot shocking swoop for Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi
Chelsea are planning a surprising move to bring Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi back to Stamford Bridge next summer.
The 24-year-old left Chelsea for Palace in 2021 in search of regular first-team football, with the Blues pocketing around £18m from his departure.
Since then, the Cobham academy graduate has flourished, becoming a key figure at Selhurst Park and earning regular call-ups to the England squad.
He was a standout performer in England’s fairytale run to the final of the 2024 European Championship, stepping up alongside John Stones in defence during Harry Maguire’s absence.
Reports from talkSPORT suggest Chelsea are considering an audacious bid to re-sign the centre-back.
With Guehi’s current deal at Palace running until 2026, the Eagles aren’t under immediate pressure to sell. However, their poor start to the season – 19th in the Premier League – may influence his future.
A return to Chelsea would mark a significant step in Guehi’s career, potentially solidifying his place as a future mainstay in the England lineup. But competition for a spot in Enzo Maresca’s defence could be fierce.
Palace previously rebuffed Newcastle United’s interest in Guehi, turning down four offers – the last bid worth £70m – and will likely demand more than that for their star defender.
Chelsea’s sell-on clause, negotiated in the initial deal that took Guehi to Selhurst Park, could ultimately work in their favour, offering them a discount in their bid to lure him back to West London.
Chelsea’s interest highlights their ambition to strengthen their squad and possibly address gaps in their backline.
For Guehi, the decision could shape his trajectory as one of England’s leading centre-backs. A move back to Stamford Bridge might just be the challenge he needs to take his game to the next level.
