Chelsea transfer news: Poch wanted to keep star who’s just been sold

In today’s Chelsea transfer news – The one player Chelsea recently sold who Mauricio Pochettino wanted to keep, an update on Levi Colwill & much more.

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Chelsea transfer news – Mauricio Pochettino wanted to keep Mason Mount

Speaking on The Debrief podcast, Fabrizio Romano has revealed that new Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino actually wanted to keep Mason Mount. As we understand, Mount passed his medical to become a Manchester United player yesterday, meaning he will soon leave Chelsea.

Pochettino has a track record with players like Mason Mount, so it’s no surprise to see he had big plans for the English talent. Still, Mount had already made up his mind about leaving Chelsea.

Chelsea transfer news – Brighton lose hope in Levi Colwill deal

Chelsea have not budged on their stance with Levi Colwill. According to Romano, the young defender remains NOT for sale. Impressing on loan at Brighton, Colwill is thought to be a big part of Pochettino’s plans at Stamford Bridge, so despite De Zerbi’s best efforts, he will not be able to sign Colwill this summer.

Chelsea transfer news – Talks held with Southampton about Tino Livramento

According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea have held talks with the relegated Southampton about the possibility of signing of signing the 20-year-old Tino Livramento. Livramento spent his youth career at Chelsea, before being offered a senior contract at Southampton but now the Blues want him back.

Chelsea transfer news – Liverpool progressing faster for Romeo Lavia

If Romeo Lavia is part of Chelsea’s summer transfer plans, then they must act quick. According to talkSPORT, Liverpool have moved into first place in the race to sign Lavia, as they are expected to open bidding soon with Southampton demanding £50m.

What do you make of today’s Chelsea transfer news?