The Liam Delap transfer saga has seen many twists and turns in recent weeks, but it seems as though Chelsea are closing in on a deal for the Englishman. The Blues were one of several clubs linked with a move for Delap,

Chelsea are ready to sign Jadon Sancho on a permanent transfer from Manchester United but only if he takes a significant pay-cut. The Blues have been weighing up whether or not to sign Sancho permanently following his mixed loan spell at Stamford Bridge.

Reece James and Marc Cucurella combined for a terrific goal as Chelsea beat Manchester United 1-0 at Stamford Bridge on Friday, boosting their top-five hopes in the process.