Chelsea latest news now update

Here are the latest news updates about Chelsea FC:

Transfer News

• Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano for £55m, according to reports. (Source: The Telegraph)
• The Blues are also interested in signing Inter Milan midfielder Christian Eriksen, who is available on a free transfer. (Source: Sky Sports)
• Chelsea have been linked with a move for Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho, but a deal is unlikely to happen this summer. (Source: BBC Sport)

Team News

• Chelsea have announced that midfielder N'Golo Kante will miss the start of the new season due to a hamstring injury. (Source: Chelsea FC)
• Defender Antonio Rudiger has signed a new five-year contract with the club, keeping him at Stamford Bridge until 2026. (Source: Chelsea FC)
• Goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has been given a new role as the club's third-choice goalkeeper, behind Edouard Mendy and Marcus Bettinelli. (Source: The Guardian)

Pre-Season Friendlies

• Chelsea have announced their pre-season friendly schedule, which includes matches against Peterborough United, Bournemouth, and Arsenal. (Source: Chelsea FC)
• The Blues will also play a friendly against French club Lyon on August 1. (Source: L'Equipe)

Manager Thomas Tuchel

• Thomas Tuchel has spoken about his expectations for the new season, saying that Chelsea need to be more consistent and improve their away form. (Source: Chelsea FC)
• Tuchel has also praised the club's new signings, including Romelu Lukaku and Marcus Alonso. (Source: The Telegraph)

Other News

• Chelsea have launched a new kit for the 2021-22 season, which features a bold new design and a nod to the club's history. (Source: Chelsea FC)
• The Blues have also announced a new partnership with sports drink brand Gatorade. (Source: Chelsea FC)

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