Chelsea transfer rumours: Blues to make shock Aubameyang move?

Wrapping up the Chelsea transfer news, rumours and gossip in the 2022 summer window. Chelsea close in on Cucurella

Chelsea have reached an agreement in principle to sign Marc Cucurella from Brighton for £52.5m, but a deal has not been completed for the left-back.

Numerous sources involved in the deal have told Sky Sports News a deal has been agreed in principle.

Brighton have since denied a deal has been reached. The Seagulls' pursuit of Chelsea defender Levi Colwill is complicating a move.

Chelsea are now believed to be in the running for Frenkie de Jong, further frustrating Manchester United's attempt to sign the coveted Dutchman.

Chelsea have reached an agreement with Aston Villa for the permanent transfer of Carney Chukwuemeka for a fee in the region of £20m.

The 18-year-old has been given permission to travel to London to discuss personal terms and undergo a medical.

He made 12 Premier League appearances last season but only started twice and it is understood he is keen to get more top-flight game time.

RB Leipzig are growing increasingly confident they can agree a deal to re-sign Timo Werner from Chelsea.

Talks between the two clubs are running 'at full speed' and the Bundesliga club are exploring all possibilities, whether it be a loan or permanent deal.

Chelsea signed the 26-year-old two years ago from Leipzig, but he has been unable to replicate the goalscoring form which prompted the Blues to activate his £47.7m release clause.

Werner is said to be keen on the move as he wants to get regular game time to secure a starting spot in Hansi Flick's Germany team at the World Cup in November.

His relationship with Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel is also said to be an issue, although Tuchel is understood to be unwilling to