Latest chelsea news updates

Here are the latest Chelsea FC news updates:

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: The Guardian)

Team News

• Chelsea have confirmed 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 2025. (Source: Chelsea FC)
• Goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga has been given a chance to prove himself as the club's number one goalkeeper, with Edouard Mendy set to start the season on the bench. (Source: The Athletic)

Manager News

• Chelsea manager Frank Lampard has been given a vote of confidence by the club's owner Roman Abramovich, despite a disappointing end to the previous season. (Source: The Times)
• Lampard has been working on a new training regime and tactics ahead of the new season, with a focus on improving the team's defensive solidity. (Source: The Guardian)

Other News

• Chelsea have announced a new partnership with sports drink brand Gatorade, which will see the brand become the club's official sports drink partner. (Source: Chelsea FC)
• The Blues have also launched a new away kit for the 2021-22 season, which features a bold blue and white design. (Source: Chelsea FC)

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