Sources: Chelsea could move for £287k-p/w star; world-class ace tempted by Stamford Bridge exit

Chelsea’s takeover means the start of a new era at Stamford Bridge, so it will be interesting to see how the Blues attack the market during the summer transfer window.

The new owners have to show they are giving boss Thomas Tuchel their full backing. Defence is the priority but they are going to have to adapt throughout the summer to other situations that arise.

Jules Kounde of Sevilla remains a top target on the back of their pursuit of him last summer, when Sevilla stood firm over his €80m (£67.8m) release clause, and he should be added.

Other central defenders linked are Napoli’s Kalidou Koulibaly and Villarreal’s Pau Torres, while it is understood Presnel Kimpembe of Paris Saint-Germain is of some interest.

There could be need for a new defensive midfielder, too. Aurelien Tchouameni and Declan Rice have been monitored over the past year but conditions and competition to sign them are tough around both players so the Blues may need to find a more smart answer.

These are the most obvious positions for Chelsea to recruit but will not be the only ones. There will be departures that have to be replaced and they also need to check whether the likes of Connor Gallagher and Levi Colwill are up to being a main part of the squad.

As an outside bet, look out for a move for £287,000-a-week star Ousmane Dembele if he does not re-sign with Barcelona.

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As the defence from this season crumbles, Chelsea’s dream would be to entice a player of the profile of Matthijs De Ligt from Juventus.

He’s one of the best in the world in his position, he is still young enough to be moulded into exactly what Tuchel wants from his defenders, and Chelsea have liked him for