Aston Villa have spent a reported £37.5million to sign Netherlands international Ian Maatsen from Premier League rivals Chelsea.
Young Barcelona forward Marc Guiu appears destined for a move to Chelsea, with the English giants prepared to activate his €6million release clause.
Former Chelsea, Southampton, and England defender Ryan Bertrand has announced his retirement from football, after 18 years in the game.
Defending Premier League champions Manchester City will kick off their 2024/25 campaign with an away game at Chelsea.
Chelsea have bolstered their defensive ranks with the acquisition of Fulham's Tosin Adarabioyo on a four-year deal.
Chelsea midfielder Connor Gallagher seems poised for a summer transfer, as he has just a year left on his deal and the Blues are eager to raise funds with Atletico Madrid reportedly setting their sights set on the 24-year-old.