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Chelsea Dominate Milan in Pre-Season; Transfer News Heats Up

The Blues dismantle AC Milan and sharpen focus on strategic transfers.

Squad Insight

Chelsea continued their pre-season brilliance by dispatching AC Milan 4-1 at Stamford Bridge. Liam Delap capped off a resounding win with a late strike, signalling the strength of the squad's attacking ranks. Joao Pedro also found the back of the net, continuing his rich vein of form following goals against Bayer Leverkusen. With Pedro and Delap showcasing clinical instincts, Nicolas Jackson's seemingly inevitable exit appears less of a concern for Enzo Maresca.

Despite the attacking prowess, the club now faces defensive challenges. Levi Colwill's extended absence post-ACL injury has left a notable void. The gaffer is keen on reinforcing the backline, with Colwil's injury highlighting Chelsea’s urgent need for defensive solidity.

Transfer Watch

Chelsea’s summer dealings remain frenetic. Christopher Nkunku's potential return to RB Leipzig could play a pivotal role in prising Xavi Simons away from the German side. The emergence of a swap plus cash deal has dominated headlines, although competition for Simons is fierce, with Manchester City expressing interest.

Meanwhile, Alejandro Garnacho is edging closer to joining Chelsea, with personal terms reportedly agreed. However, Manchester United's hefty valuation is a sticking point, causing negotiations to linger. Supporters remain divided on Garnacho’s arrival, given doubts over his storied attitude issues.

Injury News

Trevoh Chalobah gave fans a scare after limping off against Milan but quickly reassured everyone via social media that his injury wasn't severe. Maresca humorously downplayed the concern, attributing Chalobah's exit to high temperatures rather than any significant injury. Nonetheless, defensive depth is clearly on the manager's checklist before the Premier League campaign kicks off against Crystal Palace.

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