Midfielder told he is free to move and join Chelsea today- £35M offer will be accepted

by STANLEY · Published 1 September 2023 · Updated 1 September 2023

Arsenal have told Emile Smith Rowe he can complete a permanent move before the window shuts, and CHELSEA have made an offer.

A couple of seasons ago – Smith Rowe was a member of the squad that Mikel Arteta loved to play on a weekly basis – but a series of injuries and some big signings by the Gunners means that he is no longer part of the side.

That has led to many reports in the media that West Ham are interested in a potential deal for the man – but it now seems that Chelsea have contacted Arsenal over a potential deal for Smith-Rowe, according to the Football Insider.

The report says Arsenal could accept a £35-40million offer for Smith Rowe, who has three years left on his contract.

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Chelsea are hoping to swoop in and sign Bayern Munich star Jamal Musiala this summer, according to the latest reports.

The Bayern starlet notched 16 goals and assists apiece across all competitions last term and is easily regarded as one of the most exciting young players in world football right now, and a man that Bayern have big plans for.

CHELSEA are keen to splash some more money this transfer window and keep on adding to a squad that is simply too big as it is, with recent claims suggesting they are ready to pay close to £70 million to try and sign Musiala.

But despite the transfer speculation – transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has revealed why the Blues’ move for the German is ‘absolutely impossible’ in an interview with GIVEMESPORT.

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Speaking exclusively to GIVEMESPORT, he said: “For the other names, at the moment, I’m not aware of any negotiations between Chelsea and Barcelona for Raphinha.

‘Then let’s see if at the end of the window they’ll decide to do but at the moment, they are not negotiating for Raphinha and Jamal Musiala, I think is impossible. I think for Bayern Munich to sell Musiala with two days left of the window is absolutely impossible.”

BARCOLA DECISION MADE –

Paris Saint-Germain have completed the €40m (£34.2m) signing of Lyon forward Bradley Barcola, who Chelsea were keen on signing this transfer window.

Barcola will replace Brazilian superstar Neymar following his move to Al-Hilal in Saudi Arabia earlier this month. He scored seven goals and laid on a further 10 assists for Lyon in all competitions last season.

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CHELSEA were heavily tipped to sign the exciting forward this summer after making contact with the French side over a possible deal for the striker – but then PSG made their moves to sign the lad and the player only wanted to move to PSG.

The 20-year-old French forward fits in with the new PSG strategy of buying young, hungry players.

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— Paris Saint-Germain (@PSG_English) August 31, 2023

PALMER TO CHELSEA MAKES SENSE –

Gabby Agbonlahor believes Cole Palmer’s move to CHELSEA from Manchester City ‘makes sense’.

Over the past few days – it has been claimed that Cole Palmer is a player that the board are keen to bring to Stamford Bridge in a deal that could cost the club a massive £45 million.

He is regarded as one of the finest talents in the Premier League right now – and is a player that Pep Guardiola has big hopes for, but simply cannot find space for in his side for the upcoming season, and for the money that is being offer, cannot be turned down.

And ahead of his move to the club and Speaking on talkSPORT, Agbonlahor assessed the pros and cons of Palmer’s imminent £45million move to Stamford Bridge.

“If I’m Cole Palmer, it makes sense!” ✅
“He walks into that Chelsea side. #MCFC probably have to sell, to bring in Nunes.”
Gabby Agbonlahor claims Cole Palmer moving to #CFC is perfect for all parties. 🤝 pic.twitter.com/CnkqYYebdC
— talkSPORT (@talkSPORT) August 31, 2023

ZAK SURGE CLOMPLETES PETERBOROUGH MOVE

Zak Sturge has completed a season-long loan to Peterborough United.

CHELSEA posted on the club website: ‘The young defender heads to the League One side for his first taste of senior football, having impressed for both our Under-18 and Under-21 sides since joining from Brighton.

‘Sturge, who can play in the centre of defence or as an attack-minded left-back, will team up with Darren Ferguson’s side and could make his debut against Portsmouth this weekend.

‘Best of luck with Posh, Zak!’

MERSON HAS COLE PALMER MESSAGE.

Paul Merson has offered his thoughts on Chelsea’s summer move for Manchester City star Cole Palmer.

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Palmer has made 41 appearances for Pep Guardiola’s side and has scored two goals in three appearances this season – in the Super Cup and Community Shield.

The England U21 international is keen on the move to Stamford Bridge and considering he has reportedly passed his medical, he will be unveiled as a Chelsea player very soon.

WHAT HAS BEEN SAID –

Merson has now shared his opinion on CHELSEA’s deal for Palmer as he said on Sky Sports: ‘I think he is a good player.

‘I thought after the Community Shield, I thought he would get a little bit more time at Man City, the way he came on and scored the goal.

‘Yeah, a bit shocked, if I am being honest, a bit shocked, but good signing, good player. He has got a goal about him.

‘He’s not so much of a dribbler but he can find that pass and he can score a goal. It’s a good signing.

‘I’m pretty shocked, but it just shows you at the moment that Man City don’t think that Chelsea are that much of a threat to them.’

Cole Palmer has completed his Chelsea medical.

The winger had no issues with his tests and the move is expected to be made official by tonight, according to the Daily Telegraph.

Palmer is now set to sign for the Blues from Manchester City in a deal worth up to £45million.

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LUKAKU CANT WAIT TO GET STARTED –

Romelu Lukaku is ready and raring to go at Roma.

Speaking to after his loan move from CHELSEA, he said: “The welcome I’ve received from this club and its fans has excited me and given me even more motivation to give my all for my new team.

“As an opponent, I felt the atmosphere of the Stadio Olimpico, and felt the warmth of the Romanisti.

“It’s nice to know I’m a part of it today. I recently got the opportunity to speak with the owners, and I was impressed by their ambition.

“Now we must work, be humble, and grow game by game. For my part, I can’t wait to be available to my teammates both on and off the pitch.”

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POCHETTINO COMMENTS ON CUCURELLA FUTURE –

Mauricio Pochettino has commented on Marc Cucurella’s CHELSEA future, but has failed to give anything away.

The Spaniard has been in the transfer headlines alot over the past few months as he is a player that is not part of the Blues bosses plans this season, and not Man United are closing in on a potential deal.

The Red Devils are keen to improve that left-back area after an injury to Luke Shaw and it is claimed that they want Cucurella on loan to help fill the void of the English International.

WHAT HAS BEEN SAID –

“I know nothing, maybe you know better than me,” said Pochettino. “All the players that are involved everyday at the training ground with us, training with us, are in our plans then things happen.

“It is the decision of the club and player, player and club, if something happens in the next few days we will communicate to you.”