Marcus Bettinelli set to join Chelsea; Blues make advance for Jules Kounde

Former Fulham goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli will be signing up for Chelsea in the next 48 hours. The Blues have agreed on a deal for the goalkeeper and the medical is expected to be done in the next few days.

Chelsea have parted ways with third-string goalkeeper Willy Caballero. The Argentine has left the club after recently winning the UEFA Champions League and then Copa America with Argentina.

Marcus Bettinelli will be filling up for Caballero’s place coming in behind first choice Eduoard Mendy and Kepa Arrizabalaga. As the Fulham goalkeeper is free Chelsea will be saving money on the deal.

This will be Chelsea’s first incoming signing this summer transfer window with Marc Guehi, Fikayo Tomori, Victor Moses and Olivier Giroud all departing on permanent deals.

EXCL. Chelsea have opened official talks with Sevilla for Jules Koundé. He’s the main target as centre back, negotiations ongoing to reach an agreement. ? #CFC

Koundé is open to accept Chelsea as next clubs as he wants Champions League football. Now it’s up to the two clubs. pic.twitter.com/M4bVua2NU7
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 27, 2021

Fabrizio Romano reports that Chelsea have opened talks with Jules Kounde

The Blues have also been linked with Sevilla defender Jules Kounde. Chelsea are ideally in for a big striker this season but are also interested in a defender. Jules Kounde has been linked with Manchester City as well.

The London club has started talks with Sevilla for Jules Kounde. The club has decided to enter into negotiations. They are reportedly ready to offer £100k/ week to Jules Kounde.