chelsea transfer news

Blues boss Antonio Conte is in the market for a new striker as he does not trust Michy Batshuayi to provide capable back up to Alvaro Morata.

Andy Carroll, 29, is thought to have sustained a hairline fracture on his foot during the Hammers' 2-1 win over West Brom earlier this month.

Antonio Conte's wish of signing a left full-back and a striker during the January transfer window is nearing fruition after Chelsea reached an agreement with Roma.

New manager Paul Lambert has stressed the importance of veteran Peter Crouch to Stoke's Premier League survival push and says he has no intention of allowing him to join Chelsea.

Bayern Munich midfielder and Chelsea target Arturo Vidal has ruled out a January exit as he wants to win the Champions League this season.

Chelsea are closing in on the signing of Roma forward Edin Dzeko after reportedly agreeing to a basic fee of £28m.

Blues are keen to recruit Slimani, 29, on loan until the end of the season to provide back up to Alvaro Morata.

Roma sporting director Monchi claims the club are not interested in weakening their squad amid reports that Chelsea are interested in Edin Dzeko and Emerson Palmieri.

Dzeko is only interested in a move to Chelsea should a transfer be on the cards, with his agent recently stating that he is happy in Roma.

Antonio Conte refused to be drawn over recent reports linking Chelsea with AS Roma striker Edin Dzeko and Stoke City forward Peter Crouch.

Ray Parlour and Paul Merson believe that Olivier Giroud would strengthen Chelsea's strike force, if the France international leaves Arsenal and make a switch to Stamford Bridge.

Moyes reiterated his desire to bolster his central midfield options and moved to defuse speculation surrounding moves for Batshuayi and Andy Carroll, who was linked with Chelsea.

Nathan has joined Portuguese outfit Belenenses on loan for the rest of the campaign after being recalled from Ligue 1 club Amiens SC.

Crystal Palace boss Roy Hodgson has conceded that Ruben Loftus-Cheek's ankle injury is worse than first feared, although he does not see any benefit in sending him back to Chelsea.

Antonio Conte is desperate to sign a striker in January and after Andy Carroll's latest injury setback, he has set his sights on AS Roma's Edin Dzeko.

Chelsea midfielder Josimar Quintero returned from his loan spell with FC Rostov to join Real Betis for the rest of the campaign.

Dennis Wise has warned Chelsea that West Ham United forward Andy Carroll is not the answer to their current goal-scoring woes.

Antonio Conte is keen to sign Andy Carroll from West Ham United in January as he seeks an alternative avenue of attack. Morata is currently the first choice striker.

Nice star Jean-Michael Seri is a transfer target for Premier League winners Chelsea. The Blues will go head-to-head with Manchester City and PSG for the Ivory Coast international.

The Belgian has struggled to make a name for himself under Antonio Conte during his 18 months at Chelsea, making only two league starts.

Blues are unwilling to meet Juve's asking price of £60m for Sandro and have turned their attention to Emerson.

Chelsea are more in need of Alexis Sanchez than Manchester United if rumours of a possible deal hijacking are true, says Steve Nicol.

Conte is keen to sign a striker in January and has identified Carroll as a potential target. Chelsea's pursuit for a striker is delaying Batshuayi's desire to leave on loan.

Antonio Conte has addressed reports that emerged on Monday evening suggesting that Chelsea had joined Manchester United in pursuit of Arsenal contract rebel Alexis Sanchez.

Chelsea are rumoured to be keen on a short-term loan deal for Andy Carroll, but West Ham assistant manager Alan Irvine does not believe that such an offer would be entertained.

Chelsea will let Batshuayi, 24, leave if they can sign a replacement striker in the January transfer window.

West Ham forward Andy Carroll is reportedly intent on a loan move to Chelsea after the Blues recently displayed interest in the Englishman.

Blues boss is also keen on Red Star Belgrade's Richmond Boakye and Crystal Palace's Christian Benteke.

United boss Jose Mourinho has urged the club's hierarchy to meet Juventus's asking price for the Brazil international.

Eden Hazard and Thibaut Courtois are ready to commit their long-term future to Chelsea by signing new contracts.