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Chelsea handed £84.2m transfer reality as Mike Maignan 'determined' on Blues move
Football | June 10, 2025 6:39 AM CST

are keen to bolster their already star-studded squad, , ahead of tomorrow's transfer deadline.

A UEFA report placed Chelsea’s squad valuation at £1.39 billion as of the end of the 2024 financial year. Despite the club’s considerable depth, manager is eager to add further quality as the Blues prepare for a title challenge in the upcoming season.

While Chelsea have until 7pm on Tuesday (June 10) to register players for the Club World Cup, any deals not finalised in time . Here are the latest developments.

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Hugo Ekitike latest

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has revealed via that , but the 22-year-old is “currently too expensive” for the Blues.

Frankfurt’s £84.2m valuation is proving a stumbling block, especially after . While not out of reach, such a fee would require Chelsea to rethink their transfer strategy.

That said, the Blues are not entirely walking away from the situation. The club are expected to monitor developments closely over the coming weeks—especially with Frankfurt under pressure to raise funds and with Ekitike reportedly open to a Premier League move.

Mike Maignan update

According to , AC Milan goalkeeper has informed his representatives that he plans to leave the Serie A club for free next summer if no transfer is agreed this window.

Despite interest from , Maignan is reportedly “determined” to join Chelsea.

The 29-year-old is currently on international duty with France, producing a mixed run of form—shipping five goals in a loss to Spain, but keeping a clean sheet in a win over Germany.


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