Football rumours from the media: Chelsea looking to put final touches on Kai Havertz deal

Kai Havertz/ Felipe Anderson

Just a day after reports emerged that Bayer Leverkusen were refusing to budge on their £90m asking price for Kai Havertz, Chelsea are believed to be looking to finalise a deal for the midfielder within the next 10 days. Citing a report in Bild, the Daily Express says the Blues are desperate to secure the 21-year-old before Leverkusen return to training on August 28, and are willing to pay up to make it happen.

Lazio have reignited their interest in West Ham midfielder Felipe Anderson, according to the Daily Star. The Italian club had originally dropped their interest in the 27-year-old in order to pursue David Silva. However Silva’s decision to join Real Sociedad has forced Lazio to visit alternatives, with Anderson believed to be leading the way.