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.
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✍️ Pochettino wanted to keep Mount at CFC but Ten Hag was CRUCIAL to bringing him to Man U 🔴
✍️ Meanwhile, Rasmus Hojlund remains on #MUFC's list but we await the next move as Atalanta want €60-70m 💰
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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.
Brighton have already started contacts for Calvin Bassey as new centre back. Levi Colwill deal looks complicated as Chelsea don't change their position: he's not for sale. 🔵 #BHAFC
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 4, 2023
De Zerbi appreciates Bassey, waiting for Ajax to clarify potential asking price. pic.twitter.com/5jjdJbv3Z7
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?