Chelsea Transfer News and Rumours Tracker: Week of March 17
Chelsea are still chasing two major trophies this season, but Jose Mourinho will be keeping one eye on the transfer market ahead of the summer window.
With a full squad out on loan and several key players coming to the end of their contracts, let's take a look at the latest ins and outs rumoured at Stamford Bridge.
---UPDATED FRIDAY MARCH 21---
Fernando Torres Set for Atletico Madrid Return
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Friday
Chelsea's record ยฃ50 million signing could be returning to the club where he began his career, according to Sky Sports. Torres has been linked with a move to Atletico Madrid, and he would be "receptive" to working under Diego Simeone. While the Blues are likely to take a big hit on their investment, there is a chance that El Nino could be used as a makeweight in a deal for ยฃ32 million-rated striker Diego Costa.
Inter Milan Chasing Fernando Torres
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Thursday
Carles Reynolds at The Independent has reported that Inter Milan are interested in bringing Fernando Torres to the San Siro this summer.ย
Chelsea to Sign Southampton Starlet Sam Gallagher in Summer
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Thursday
The Metro's Jamie Sanderson has reported that Chelsea's scouts have been watching Southampton striker Sam Gallagher in the hope of signing him in the summer.
Eden Hazard Offered Improved Contract
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Thursday
John Payne at The Metro has reported that Chelsea are preparing to offer Eden Hazard a two-year extension to his current deal. If accepted, the new contract would see the Belgian paid ยฃ200,000 a week for the next five years.
Chelsea to Challenge Liverpool for Hoffenheim Midfielder
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Tuesday
Didier Drogba Back on a Free Transfer
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Tuesday
Martin Lipton at The Mirror has reported that Didier Drogba could be on his way back to Stamford Bridge this summer. According to the report, Jose Mourinho rates Didier Drogba above the three strikers currently available to him, and would be open to signing him on a free transfer to help Chelsea's Financial Fair Play compliance.
Frank Lampard to LA Galaxy
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Monday
Frank Lampard has long been a target for MLS side LA Galaxy, and the latest from Liam Prenderville at The Mirror suggests that a deal could be done this summer.
According to the report, LA Galaxy are prepared to offer the midfielder a ยฃ4 million-a-year deal to tempt him to see out his career in the States.ย
Ashley Cole to Real Madrid
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Monday
Tom Hopkinson at The Mirror has reported that Ashley Cole could be on his way to Real Madrid when his Chelsea contract expires this summer.
Cole has seen his playing time severely limited, with Cesar Azpilicueta continuing to impress at left-back.
The Englishman would be reunited with former Blues boss Carlo Ancelotti at the Bernebau.ย
