Transfer News: Chukwuemeka Set to Undergo Chelsea Medical; Chelsea Are Monitoring Jamie Vardy

Star player set to undergo Chelsea medical

Highly-rated Aston Villa youngster, Carney Chukwuemeka is set to undergo his medical with Chelsea ahead of a move to Stamford Bridge, according to Fabrizio Romano. The player will travel to London tonight and will undergo his medical tests on Wednesday. Chelsea and Aston Villa have agreed on a fee of around £15 million plus add-ons. The player will sign a six-year deal, valid until 2028. The move comes as a big surprise.

Chelsea are monitoring Jamie Vardy

According to 90min reporter Graeme Baily, Chelsea are closely monitoring Jamie Vardy’s situation as the Blues have picked up an interest in the striker.

The 35-year-old striker is yet to begin talks over a new deal at Leicester and he only has one year left on his contract. Man United are also reportedly monitoring the striker’s situation.

Chelsea are considering options for right-back

According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea are considering many options for the right-back position, to be discussed after the signing of Cucurella. Kyle Walker-Peters is one of the options alongside Denzel Dumfries.

Dumfries is at the top of their list but Inter want to keep him, still no bid. Walker-Peters is being discussed internally.

Reims sign Folarin Balogun on loan

According to Fabrizio Romano, Reims have completed the signing of Folarin Balogun on a season-long loan deal. The deal is signed with Arsenal and the player, a loan move until June 2023.