Chelsea appear close to signing 22-year-old Xavi Simons, who left PSG earlier this year, though Manchester City are reportedly also interested in the Dutch midfielder. Regardless of his destination,

RB Leipzig midfielder Xavi Simons has told the club that he only wants a transfer to Chelsea, despite interest from Bayern Munich and Manchester City, sources have told ESPN.

Chelsea have taken solid steps towards the 22-year-old's capture but the deal has stalled in recent days, giving City a great opportunity

That means that, in the first matchweek of the season, we’re down to our 6th choice option already. In this case, as he did in the Bayern Leverkusen friendly last week, Enzo Maresca has opted for Josh Acheampong playing as a centre back.

Manchester City could rival Chelsea for RB Leipzig forward Xavi Simons, Brighton want more than £100m for Manchester United target Carlos Baleba, Roma are in talks to sign Aston Villa winger Leon Bailey,

Manchester City are interested in Chelsea defender Josh Acheampong, according to The Guardian. However, the report adds that Enzo Maresca has no desire to let him go this summer.

Man City have made an offer of £250m for Chelsea superstar Cole Palmer as they look to bring him back to the Etihad Stadium, according to reports. The Citizens sold Palmer to the Blues in 2023 for £40m as Pep Guardiola struggled to find a place for him in his Man City starting XI.

Man City fans have a new hero to adore in the shape of Tijjani Reijnders. The 27-year-old Dutchman delivered an all-action performance on Saturday, contributing a goal and an assist, as City showed they mean business by thrashing Wolves away at Molineux.

Chelsea is thought to be reluctant to sell the promising young defender. But the report gives the impression that Manchester City will look to replace Rico Lewis if he does leave the club.