It had looked like Chelsea had finally parted ways with Nicolas Jackson, who was set to join Bayern Munich on loan. But that has been thrown into doubt following Liam Delap's injury. The Blues have called the striker back but he seems to be unhappy and reluctant to do so. Let's see how things play out but there is more business the club need to take care of s well.
Meanwhile, in terms of arrivals, the deal for Alejandro Garnacho is completed and officially confirmed. Facundo Buonanotte is expected to arrive on loan as well.
On that note, Fermin Lopez has recently emerged as a candidate and has been linked with Chelsea in the past few days. In fact, the club have already made an offer in the region of €40 million for the Barcelona youngster and are awatiing an answer.
Hansi Flick had a few things to say about the possibility of Lopez leaving for Chelsea. And while he thinks the midfielder will stay, nothing was ruled out either. According to Barcelona Blaugranes, the Barcelona manager said:
"He’s here for now. I’ve spoken to him, and I think he’ll stay. I’ll be very happy when the transfer window closes. I told him my opinion, but I’m keeping it to myself. There are people who know more about what’s going on. It’s a business, but I’m focused on my team. He’s shown many times how important he is to us. He can help us a lot.
“At the beginning of the week, he was different than now. I see him as more focused. I think he’s in a good position."
Hansi Flick suggests Fermin Lopez will stay at Barcelona despite Chelsea links
Lopez is yet to nail down a regular spot in Flick’s starting XI. However, despite that fact, the player scored 8 goals and provided 10 assists in 46 appearances last season.
The 22-year-old can operate in central midfield, on the left flank, or in his primary number 10 role. Chelsea, who are a bit short in the area, could use the player as a backup for Cole Palmer from time to time.
All things considered, it is unlikely that Chelsea will manage to bring in Lopez. That being said, it is hard to imagine that the Blues would have put in an offer unless they had gotten some encouragement from the player's camp that there was a willingness to make something happen before the deadline.