Progress in Kudus talks
Chelsea are 'close' to agreeing personal contract terms with Mohammed Kudus following an initial round of talks with Ajax, according to The Athletic.
The 22-year-old winger, who has two years remaining on his deal with the Eredivisie giants, is among the options the Blues are considering this summer.
Chukwuemeka set for loan move
Carney Chukwuemeka is likely to become yet another Chelsea player to move to Ligue 1 side Strasbourg on loan, according to Dean Jones of GiveMeSport.
The 19-year-old midfielder could work under Patrick Vieira but the transfer will depend on whether the Blues are planning to bring in more midfielders.
Hudson-Odoi latest
Fulham have made a £4m bid to sign Callum Hudson-Odoi but it's short of Chelsea's £8m valuation, the Guardian report.
Reece sends message to supporters
"Forever grateful," Reece James tweeted, adding several pictures of himself posing with Chelsea fans. "I wish you could all feel the effect you have on me.
"You help me more than you could ever imagine. One day I'll explain a bit more. Ps. looking forward to the start of the season."
Jackson relishes Mudryk connection
"The link ups I am having with my team-mates feels natural, it feels promising. With Misha [Mudryk] we are working so hard on our movements, our understanding. And remember, practice always makes perfect. Just know that we are grinding," the forward told Chelsea's official website.
