Here is Sunday’s news and gossip concerning Chelsea:
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Chelsea Goals and Highlights
Former Arsenal man convinces Pedro to SNUB Gunners to JOIN Chelsea
Chelsea hold secret talks to hijack move for Man United target
Barcelona winger Pedro wants to join Chelsea, after speaking to both Cesc Fabregas and Jose Mourinho, according to the Metro.
The 27-year-old has had reassurances about a move to Stamford Bridge after having reservations about the potential language barrier.
Asmir Begovic is just days away from becoming a Blues player, according to Stoke City manager Mark Hughes, the Daily Star report.
The Bosnian is closing in on an £8m move to the Premier League champions.
Chelsea are leading the Premier League race to sign Chile midfielder Charles Aranguiz, according to the Daily Express.
The 26-year-old played a key role as his country won the recent Copa America, and may cost around £8m.
Although Nicolas Otamendi looked set to leave Valencia for Manchester United, it now appears that a move to the capital may be on the cards, the Daily Star report.
The player’s agent has brought in super-agent Jorge Mendes, who has offered the player to Chelsea.
Finally, Fenerbahce have reportedly pulled out of the race to sign John Obi Mikel, after the Blues demanded £25.2m for the midfielder, according to the Metro.