Chelsea 'reluctant' to go for Benzema & 2 other under-radar stories

New deal for Kerr

The Athletic report that Chelsea Women star forward Sam Kerr has verbally agreed to sign a new deal with the club. Her current contract expires this summer.

Chelsea 'reluctant' to go for Benzema

According to the Evening Standard, Chelsea are reluctant to make an approach for Al Ittihad striker Karim Benzema.

The former Real Madrid star reportedly earns around £172 million per season in Saudi Arabia, and there are big concerns over his salary demands elsewhere.

Wolves pause Broja talks

The Daily Mail claims that Wolves have paused talks over a move for Armando Broja from Chelsea.

The clubs were discussing a loan deal with an obligation to buy for ₤30m. However, they've revised their plans due to Premier League spending rules.