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Here are the latest Chelsea FC news updates:
Latest News
- Chelsea FC have announced that they will be playing a friendly match against Arsenal FC at the Emirates Stadium on August 1st. [Source: BBC Sport]
- The Blues have also confirmed that they will be playing a pre-season friendly against Lyon in France on July 24th. [Source: Chelsea FC Official Website]
- Chelsea FC have signed 18-year-old defender Malo Gusto from Lyon for a reported fee of £26.3 million. [Source: Sky Sports]
- The Blues have also signed 20-year-old midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka from Aston Villa for a reported fee of £15 million. [Source: BBC Sport]
Transfer News
- Chelsea FC are reportedly interested in signing 22-year-old midfielder Declan Rice from West Ham United. [Source: The Telegraph]
- The Blues are also said to be monitoring the situation of 25-year-old striker Lautaro Martinez, who is reportedly unhappy at Inter Milan. [Source: Sky Sports]
- Chelsea FC have been linked with a move for 24-year-old defender Dayot Upamecano, who is currently playing for RB Leipzig. [Source: The Guardian]
Injury News
- Chelsea FC defender Reece James has been ruled out for several weeks after suffering a knee injury during a pre-season friendly match. [Source: Chelsea FC Official Website]
- The Blues have also confirmed that midfielder N'Golo Kante will miss the start of the new season after undergoing surgery on his hamstring. [Source: BBC Sport]
Other News
- Chelsea FC have announced that they will be hosting a charity match at Stamford Bridge on August 14th, with proceeds going to the Chelsea FC Foundation. [Source: Chelsea FC Official Website]
- The Blues have also launched a new kit for the 2022-23 season, which is available to purchase now. [Source: Chelsea FC Official Website]