Chelsea dealt Michael Olise release clause blow as transfer target makes Enzo Maresca wait

Although the summer transfer window has only just open for business, Chelsea have been working behind the scenes to get ahead of competition as they look to make additions to their squad.

Enzo Maresca is keen to put his own stamp on the squad since his arrival from Leicester City to ensure Chelsea finish in the top four next season. The Blues finished sixth in the Premier League and will compete in the Europa Conference League next season.




However, some deals may be complicated to complete given players will be involved in tournaments with both the European Championships and the Copa America set to get underway. Nonetheless, football.london has taken a look at the latest media reports and views from in and around Stamford Bridge.

Nico Williams stance

The Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams will reportedly wait until the end of the Euros to make a decision on his future. After being dealt the blow of Benjamin Sesko, Chelsea have reportedly turned their attention to the 21-year-old Spain international.

The Metro suggests that Williams could be available for just £43million this summer after having the release clause inserted in his contract back in December of last year. When quizzed about his future ahead of Spain’s Euro campaign, he told Cope radio station: “I am very happy at Athletic.

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“It is the club that has given me everything, it is the club that has bet on me 100 per cent. I am very happy in Bilbao and that is what I have to say. I have it quite clear.

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