Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Saturday, August 29.
Saturday morning's Premier League transfer talk news roundup:
Chelsea 'putting finishing touches to Kai Havertz deal'
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Chelsea have reportedly progressed to an advanced stage in discussions to sign Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Kai Havertz.
While the Blues have been linked with the Germany international for a number of months, the two clubs have struggled to reach a compromise over a fee.
However, with that hurdle having been overcome, The Guardian suggests that the Premier League giants are not far away from formally announcing the transfer.
The 21-year-old is already said to have agreed personal terms with the West Londoners, penning a contract which will keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2025.
Over the past 48 hours, Chelsea have announced the additions of Ben Chilwell and Malang Sarr, while Thiago Silva is also expected to arrive on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain.
How Chelsea could line up next season with Kai Havertz, Thiago Silva, Ben Chilwell
Chelsea have certainly been busy during this summer's transfer window, with deals for five new players already secured ahead of the 2020-21 campaign.
Thiago Silva has become the latest player to join the Blues, with the 35-year-old arriving on a free transfer, having left Paris Saint-Germain following the Champions League final.
Timo Werner, Ben Chilwell and Hakim Ziyech have also arrived this summer, while Malang Sarr has joined on a free transfer but will spend the 2020-21 campaign out on loan.
A deal for Bayer Leverkusen's Kai Havertz is also expected to go through, while Lille's Mike Maignan has seemingly emerged as the club's number one target between the sticks.
Here, Sports Mole looks at how Frank Lampard's side could line up next season.
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Lampard appears to have completely lost faith in the world's most expensive goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga and therefore it would not be a surprise to see a new stopper arrive before the transfer deadline.
As mentioned, Maignan could arrive from Lille, but the Blues have already improved their defence ahead of next season with the signings of Chilwell and Thiago Silva from Leicester City and PSG respectively.
Chilwell will take on the left-back spot next term, while it seems likely that Thiago Silva will be joined by Antonio Rudiger in central defence, although the likes of Kurt Zouma and Andreas Christensen are both options.
Reece James will battle Cesar Azpilicueta for the right-back spot, while N'Golo Kante and Mateo Kovacic could line up as the midfield two in a 4-2-3-1 formation, allowing those ahead of them to influence proceedings.
Christian Pulisic is the favourite to secure the spot on the left, while Ziyech could feature on the right, with the Morocco international enjoying an excellent 2019-20 campaign at Ajax, contributing eight goals and 21 assists in 35 appearances in all competitions.
Werner is expected to be Chelsea's first-choice striker despite the presence of Tammy Abraham, while Havertz would likely fill the number 10 position. The Bayer Leverkusen attacker has scored 38 times at club level over the last two campaigns and would certainly be a threat for Lampard's new-look side.
More transfer news from Premier League:
Liverpool have just over one week to secure a deal for Bayern Munich's Thiago Alcantara, according to a report. Read more.
Arsenal are reportedly still hopeful of signing Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar this summer, despite the French outfit putting a £53.5m asking price on his head. Read more.
Chelsea 'in talks over £50m Gianluigi Donnarumma deal'
Chelsea reportedly open talks with AC Milan over a deal for £50m-rated goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, who has less than a year remaining on his current contract. Read more.
Chelsea 'determined to sign Declan Rice this summer'
Chelsea are reportedly determined to secure a summer deal for West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice. Read more.
Everton 'agree £4m-a-year deal with James Rodriguez'
Everton agree personal terms with Real Madrid attacker James Rodriguez ahead of a proposed move, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester City 'will not include Gabriel Jesus, Bernardo Silva, Riyad Mahrez in Lionel Messi bid'
Manchester City will not be include Gabriel Jesus, Bernardo Silva or Riyad Mahrez in any bid to sign Barcelona's Lionel Messi, according to a report. Read more.
Galatasaray 'want to sign Fred from Manchester United'
Galatasaray want to sign Manchester United midfielder Fred this summer, according to a report. Read more.
Liverpool winger Sadio Mane 'open to Barcelona move'
Liverpool winger Sadio Mane is reportedly open to making a switch to Barcelona in the future, potentially as a replacement for Lionel Messi. Read more.
Aston Villa 'want Sergio Romero, Diogo Dalot from Manchester United in Jack Grealish deal'
Aston Villa could ask Manchester United to include Sergio Romero and Diogo Dalot as part of a bid for Jack Grealish, according to a report. Read more.
Lionel Messi's father 'informs Paris Saint-Germain his son wants Manchester City move'
Lionel Messi's father reportedly informs Paris Saint-Germain that the Barcelona attacker wants to join Manchester City. Read more.
Chelsea 'to sell N'Golo Kante for Declan Rice funds'
Chelsea are reportedly open to selling £60m-rated World Cup winner N'Golo Kante in order to raise funds to sign Declan Rice from West Ham United this summer. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur 'see £45m Nicolo Zaniolo bid rejected by Roma'
Tottenham Hotspur fail with a £45m offer for Roma attacker Nicolo Zaniolo, according to a report. Read more.
Chelsea complete signing of Thiago Silva following Paris Saint-Germain exit
The Brazil defender has joined on a free transfer after leaving Paris St Germain. Read more.
Lionel Messi 'requests meeting with Barcelona'
Lionel Messi reportedly requests a meeting with Barcelona officials to thrash out an exit plan before the start of the new season. Read more.
Arsenal 'open to Emiliano Martinez sale'
Arsenal are reportedly open to parting ways with goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez before the end of the summer transfer window. Read more.
Josep Maria Bartomeu 'will only sit down with Lionel Messi to discuss new deal'
Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu will reportedly only hold fresh talks with wantaway talisman Lionel Messi if he is willing to sign a new contract at the club. Read more.
Manchester United 'make approach for Sandro Tonali'
Manchester United hold talks with Brescia over a potential move for Sandro Tonali, according to a report. Read more.
Mikel Arteta defends Arsenal spending following behind-the-scenes redundancies
Gunners boss insists job cuts were required to protect the future of the club. Read more.
Aston Villa enquire about reunion with Chelsea forward Tammy Abraham?
Aston Villa reportedly enquire about the availability of Chelsea forward Tammy Abraham, who faces more competition for his place at Stamford Bridge. Read more.
Wolverhampton Wanderers considering Unai Nunez swoop?
Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly considering a £26.8m bid for Athletic Bilbao centre-back Unai Nunez, who has previously been linked with Manchester City. Read more.
Leeds sign teenage forward Sam Greenwood from Arsenal
The 18-year-old forward, who has represented England at youth level, has signed a three-year contract at Elland Road. Read more.
Manchester United 'were never interested in Gabriel Magalhaes'
Manchester United were never serious about signing Lille centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes this summer, according to a report. Read more.
Newcastle United join race for Liverpool's Rhian Brewster?
Newcastle United reportedly join a growing list of Premier League clubs interested in signing 20-year-old Liverpool forward Rhian Brewster this summer. Read more.
How Manchester City could line up with Lionel Messi
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester City could line up next season if Lionel Messi joins the club. Read more.
Shirt numbers available to Lionel Messi at Manchester City
Sports Mole looks at the shirt numbers available to Barcelona attacker Lionel Messi at Manchester City. Read more.
Juventus make Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin top target?
Juventus are reportedly ready to prioritise an approach for Arsenal defender Hector Bellerin over the coming weeks. Read more.
Fiorentina 'to make loan bid for Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira'
Fiorentina are reportedly prepared to pay £7.5m in order to push through a season-long loan deal for Arsenal midfielder Lucas Torreira. Read more.
Rhian Brewster part of Jurgen Klopp's first-team plans for new season
The Liverpool boss does not want to rush a decision on whether the striker should be loaned out again. Read more.
Jurgen Klopp: 'No chance of Liverpool signing Lionel Messi'
However, the Liverpool boss would like to see the Barcelona star move to the Premier League. Read more.
Ovie Ejaria joins Reading on permanent basis from Liverpool
The 22-year-old midfielder made eight appearances for the Premier League champions. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur given chance to sign Atletico Madrid's Diego Costa?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly provided with the opportunity to sign former Chelsea forward Diego Costa, who has been made available by Atletico Madrid. Read more.
Paris Saint-Germain make opening bid for Sergej Milinkovic-Savic?
Paris Saint-Germain reportedly identify Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic as one of their priority transfer targets. Read more.
Angel Di Maria joins Neymar in wanting Lionel Messi at Paris Saint-Germain?
Argentine compatriot Angel Di Maria reportedly contacts Lionel Messi in a bid to convince the Barcelona forward to join Paris Saint-Germain. Read more.
Wolves accept Tottenham's £15m bid for defender Matt Doherty
Matt Doherty has played 302 times for Wolves in 10 years. Read more.
Leeds United confirm club-record Rodrigo Moreno signing
Leeds United confirm the club-record signing of striker Rodrigo Moreno on a four-year deal from Valencia. Read more.
Roberto leaves West Ham for Real Valladolid
The 34-year-old made 10 appearances for the Hammers. Read more.
Brighton midfielder Aaron Mooy joins Shanghai Shenhua
The 29-year-old made 32 appearances for Albion. Read more.
Crystal Palace sign Eberechi Eze from Queens Park Rangers
England Under-21 forward Eberechi Eze fired 14 goals in 46 QPR appearances last term. Read more.
