Express Sport rounds up the latest Chelsea transfer news ahead of deadline day (Image: GETTY)
could be set for a flurry of transfer business on the final day of the January window, with a number of deals said to be hanging in the balance.
They are yet to make any signings in the mid-season market but have been tipped to spring into life in the hours before tonight’s deadline.
A potential move for is still believed to be a possibility, while several players are likely to leave Stamford Bridge before the window slams shut.
Express Sport rounds up the latest transfer news involving on deadline day…
Ben Chilwell is likely to leave Stamford Bridge on loan before the window closes (Image: GETTY)
Garnacho saga takes late twist
‘s hopes of landing Garnacho could reportedly be about to take a hit, with one of their London rivals said to be weighing up a move of their own.
have emerged as late contenders to sign the forward, according to , with said to be keen on securing his services.
Garnacho will have a lot more competition at but may be reluctant to join Spurs given their dreadful form in the this season.
It remains to be seen how things will play out, with the saga poised to dominate headlines right up until the window closes.
Two deals set to be finalised
At least two players are expected to leave before tonight’s deadline, with Ben Chilwell set to join Crystal Palace on loan.
The exiled defender has not played in the all season but will get the opportunity to revive his career at Selhurst Park.
Axel Disasi is also set to depart Stamford Bridge, with pushing to sign him on loan following an injury to Radu Dragusin.
It remains to be seen where he will end up, though, with the Frenchman having already agreed terms over a move to Aston Villa.
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Blues want Man City starlet
could reportedly boost their youth ranks by raiding for one of their brightest academy talents on deadline day.
The west Londoners have enquired about a move for Nico O’Reilly with a view to securing his signature, according to .
It is said that City are reluctant to sell the 19-year-old as they do not want to lose ‘future control’ over him, believing he could develop into an important asset.
They often negotiate buy-back clauses into deals to sell young players, though, which could be an option to suit all parties if decide to submit a formal offer.