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Chelsea youngster Henry Lawrence is to follow in Reece James’ footsteps and join Wigan on loan, with Conor Gallagher also expected to spend another season away from Stamford Bridge.
Juventus have reportedly entered the race to sign Blues target Erling Haaland – but only when his alleged £65million release clause comes into play next summer.
If Chelsea fail to sign the Borussia Dortmund striker, they will make a £50m bid for Bayern Munich hitman Robert Lewandowski.
France international Olivier Giroud has finally completed his move to AC Milan after months of speculation – and will wear the No9 shirt for the Serie A giants.
Gareth Bale will NOT be returning to Tottenham this summer after new manager Nuno Espirito Santo confirmed the Welsh winger won’t be part of his Prem squad.
Arsenal are reportedly interested in signing Aston Villa skipper Jack Grealish, although Manchester City are still thought to be leading the race for his signature.
Manchester United are closing in on two defenders: Raphael Varane and Kieran Trippier, with the latter in talks to buy Raheem Sterling’s Cheshire mansion.
Atletico Madrid star Saul Niguez could be on the move this summer as he reportedly has offers on the table from several Premier League sides.
And Raul Jimenez was named in Wolves’ starting XI for their pre-season clash against Crewe on Saturday – the striker’s first game since suffering a fractured skull eight months ago.