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Haaland 'can imagine' Chelsea move as outgoing Giroud set for medical

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All eyes are on the Euro 2020 final between England and Italy at Wembley on Sunday as the summer of international football draws to a close.

There is little time to rest however with the Premier League season getting underway in five weeks and clubs are now under pressure to shape their squads ahead of the new campaign.

Chelsea have enjoyed a shorter break than most due to their triumph in the Champions League final and multiple players starring late into the European Championships this summer.

Thomas Tuchel is keen to strengthen his squad for the new campaign with Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland a number one target – even if that deal may be forced to wait until next summer – and a series of player exits also required.

With that in mind, Mirror Football rounds up the latest Chelsea transfer news.



Erling Haaland of Borussia Dortmund is on Thomas Tuchel's wanted list at Chelsea
Erling Haaland of Borussia Dortmund is on Thomas Tuchel’s wanted list at Chelsea

Tuchel wants Haaland immediately

Blues boss Thomas Tuchel wants to sign Erling Haaland this summer and the player is open to a move to Stamford Bridge, according to a report in Bild.

It is claimed that any deal this summer is fraught with complications with next year being a much more likely date for a move.

Indeed, Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc is reported as telling Bild on Friday: “Nothing has changed. We are planning with Erling for the new season!”

The report adds though that Tuchel is keen for the Norwegian to be added to his ranks this year – although his €75million release clause in Germany will not kick in until 2022.

Chelsea are said to be one of three clubs – alongside Manchester City and Real Madrid – where Haaland could see himself playing his football in the future.

The Blues may need to be patient to get this deal over the line, but the club and the player appear to be indicating they are open to a move.



Olivier Giroud has been linked with a move away from Chelsea this summer
Olivier Giroud has been linked with a move away from Chelsea this summer

Giroud medical set

Olivier Giroud looks set to be leaving Chelsea to join Italian club Milan this month and there are now reports that a medical date has been set.

According to a report from Italian media outlet Tutto Mercato Web, as cited by Sport Witness, it is claimed that Giroud is set to fly to Milan on Sunday before undergoing a medical the following morning.

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There is said to be an agreement between all parties with Giroud agreeing to a contract at the Italian giants while reports have indicated a deal will be worth around €2million.

The France international striker started only eight Premier League games last season and is keen for more regular first-team football – which is likely to come at Serie.

He renewed his Blues deal until 2022 in April to ensure that the club could attain a fee for his services and avoid him joining a direct Premier League rival.



Emerson Palmieri is set to leave Chelsea this summer to return to Serie A
Emerson Palmieri is set to leave Chelsea this summer to return to Serie A

Emerson suitors emerge

Chelsea are keen to offload players this summer with Emerson Palmieri one of those likely to be moved on.

It is claimed that the club are seeking €20million up front for the left wing-back alongside a further €5million in add-ons.

Emerson is set to start in the Euro 2020 final against England on Sunday night and Calciomercato say Napoli are hopeful of negotiating a deal after the tournament.

It may be ambitious for the Serie A club to match the Blues valuation but the player appears to be nearing a return to Italy this summer.



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