Chelsea are advancing with their interest in RB Leipzig forward Xavi Simons. Talks over personal terms for the 22-year-old are under way, with Simons understood to be open to a move to Stamford Bridge and the Bundesliga club aware of the Blues' interest.

Hato, meanwhile, has attracted interest from Arsenal, while the Ajax defender was spotted during a game at Anfield in January, sparking speculation over a possible move to Liverpool. However, Fabrizio Romano now reports that Chelsea are in the driving seat to sign both Simons and Hato this summer.

Equally notable is the sale of Noni Madueke to Arsenal, a transfer officially announced on Friday. The winger has moved for £48.5 million, potentially rising to £52 million with add-ons. Chelsea initially signed Madueke from PSV Eindhoven for around £29 million.