Fresh talks between Chelsea and Bayern Munich are planned as the two clubs try to reach an agreement for Christopher Nkunku to leave Stamford Bridge. There is still work to do following talks this weekend, and one side would need to budge for a deal to be struck. Chelsea have ruled out a loan, which was Bayern’s preference.

RB Leipzig’s rising star Xavi Simons has made it clear to his club that “he only wants a transfer to Chelsea, despite interest from Bayern Munich and Manchester City, sources have told ESPN .” It is a bold stance from a 22-year-old who knows his value and his preferred destination.

Chelsea have been warned that the current conditions of a move for a Bundesliga star will not allow them to sign him

Chelsea want Xavi Simons – a player apparently also on Bayern’s radar – and the possible sale of Nkunku could help fund a move for the Netherlands international. The reporter suggests Chelsea are expecting a fee of around €40 million (£34.5m) plus add ons for Nkunku.

Aston Villa are the latest club to register an interest in wantaway Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson. According to Florian Plettenberg, Villa are closely monitoring the Senegalese striker, who is expected to leave Stamford Bridge this summer. Plettenberg reports that talks have already taken place between both clubs over a potential deal.

Chelsea appear close to signing 22-year-old Xavi Simons, who left PSG earlier this year, though Manchester City are reportedly also interested in the Dutch midfielder. Regardless of his destination,

Saudi Pro League club Al Nassr have confirmed the signing of forward Kingsley Coman from Bayern Munich. The Athletic reported on Monday that Al Nassr had reached an agreement with Bayern in a deal worth between €25million and €30m.