Chelsea Transfer Rumours and News Tracker: Week of September 22

The transfer window has closed, but that doesn't mean speculation surrounding potential signings will end.

If anything, it's going to intensify ahead of January, building to a crescendo when the window eventually reopens in the new year.

Chelsea are already among the clubs being linked with high-profile moves for some of Europe's finest talent, too.

As ever, Bleacher Report will be here to keep you up to date with the latest breaking news on the ins and outs at Stamford Bridge.

Stay tuned to keep on top of all the rumours surrounding your club.

Last update: Wednesday, Sept. 24

Ramires

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Real Madrid are reportedly interested in Chelsea's Brazilian Ramires again.

Only in June Jose Mourinho denied the rumours in Marca (via ESPN) and now the Guardian reports the European champions are preparing a £25 million bid ahead of the January window.

Chelsea seem well stocked in midfield, while Real lost Xabi Alonso to Bayern Munich in the summer, meaning they are on the look out for a replacement.

Chelsea and Manchester City in Race to Sign Ross Barkley

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He's not long signed a long-term deal to remain at Everton, but that hasn't stopped Chelsea and Manchester City from pursuing Ross Barkley.

According to the Express, both clubs remain interested in the 20-year-old and could make a move in January for him.

City see Barkley as a long-term replacement for Yaya Toure, although with Everton slapping a £50 million price tag on the player, it could be enough to keep them and Chelsea at bay for now.

Fabregas Tells Arsenal Fans They Should Move on After His Chelsea Transfer

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Cesc Fabregas has told Arsenal fans they should move on following his transfer to Chelsea this summer.

The Spaniard's move to Stamford Bridge was met with consternation by some sections of the Arsenal support, with the feeling Fabregas had damaged his reputation in north London by joining their fierce rivals.

Fabregas sees it differently, though.

"Changing clubs is part of the game and people must remember it was Arsenal who didn’t take up the buy-back option for me," he told Metro.

"[Arsenal] told me now [Mesut] Ozil was there, there was no need for me.

"That’s life. No problem. We move on. Life moves on. Football moves on."

Arsenal's loss has very much been Chelsea's gain, however, with Fabregas making a considerable impact at Stamford Bridge this season.

He already has six assists to his name and has become an instant success, proving a valuable member of Jose Mourinho's new-look team. 

Chelsea and Arsenal Chasing Ipswich Town's Tyrone Mings

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Chelsea look set to go head-to-head with Arsenal and Crystal Palace for the signature of Tyrone Mings.

The Ipswich Town youngster has been in impressive form for the Tractor Boys this season, attracting attention from a number of leading clubs.

The Daily Mirror reports Chelsea are watching the 21-year-old closely.

Born in Bath, Mings was formerly at Southampton before being released in 2009.

From there, he played non-league football before Ipswich snapped him up from Chippenham Town in 2012.

He has enjoyed more opportunities at Portman Road since the transfer of left-back Aaron Cresswell to West Ham United, flourishing under Mick McCarthy.

Should he move to Chelsea, Mings would be back-up to Filipe Luis and current first-choice left-back Cesar Azpilicueta.