Chelsea transfer news: Mason Mount eyed, Ten Hag plan, frontrunners for £50m move

Thomas Tuchel will be disappointed with how his side have returned from the international break this week, slumping to defeat against Brentford and Real Madrid back-to-back. While focus will remain on Champions League qualification alongside the quarter-final second leg and an FA Cup semi-final, the Blues may be keeping one eye on potential developments for next season.

The side started off their Premier League campaign in fine form but have since slipped to third and next season presents another opportunity to put together a consistent title challenge. Several positions remain as potential problem areas for the Blues, with a number of players linked.

With that being said, has taken a look at the latest transfer rumours emanating out of Stamford Bridge.

Barcelona are eyeing a move for Chelsea midfield star Mason Mount, according to Footmercato. The 23-year-old has been a stalwart in the side since making his breakthrough in 2019, playing 25 Premier League games this season with eight goals and seven assists.

His performances have caught the eye, with new Blaugrana boss Xavi Hernandez monitoring a transfer in the summer. The former midfielder has begun a rebuild of sorts at the Nou Camp, with a number of signings in January helping them reach second in La Liga.

Chelsea are among the sides interested in Ajax defender Jurrien Timber for the summer, reports the Daily Star. The Blues have been linked with a number of centre-back targets for the end of the season, with as many as three of their own defenders set to leave as free agents.

Timber, 20, is one of those linked, however Premier League rivals Arsenal and Manchester United are also keen. Given the Red Devils reports approach for Ajax manager Erik ten Hag,