Chelsea step up more talks with Barca in Aubameyang chase
Chelsea are also still battling for the signatures of Barcelona duo Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Frenkie de Jong.
Ex-Arsenal captain Aubameyang has been targeted for a shock return to the Premier League just six months after heading to Barcelona, who wouldn’t mind getting him off the wage bill as they continue to navigate tricky financial waters.
"I think he's going to end up at Chelsea … Aubameyang is a player they need." 🗣@LukeEdwardsTele and @MaisieAdam discuss a potential move from Barcelona to Chelsea for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
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Chelsea step up talks with Barcelona in pursuit of ex-Arsenal hitman Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang https://t.co/KODbgZzShW
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The Daily Mail say Chelsea held more talks with Barca over the weekend, while Mundo Deportivo claim that a £12m bid was rebuffed by the LaLiga giants.
Per Gerard Romero, a £23m fee will be required for the deal to get done, with Thomas Tuchel keen on a reunion with a player with whom he shares a close bond following their time spent together at Borussia Dortmund.