Chelsea edge closer to signing Premier League star and other Premier League transfer rumours of the day - 14th August

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Chelsea boss Antonio Conte will be desperate to strengthen his squad before the transfer window ends

Chelsea edge closer to signing Leicester City star Danny Drinkwater

It is no secret that Conte is unhappy with the transfer business conducted by the Chelsea board this transfer window, but there might finally be some good news for the Italian manager as reports in Telegraph claim that the Blues are ready to make an improved bid for Leicester City midfielder Danny Drinkwater.

Chelsea reportedly make £50 million bid for wantaway Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk

Antonio Conte has decided that it is time to blow the whistle on trials and tryouts and bring Van Dijk to Stamford Bridge to fortify their defense, according to ESPN.

The Blues are preparing a formal offer for the Southampton central defender and the figure they are willing to offer is reportedly in the region of £50m. They are, however, expected to face stiff competition from Liverpool.

Chelsea reportedly enter race to sign Manchester United target Ivan Perisic

Inter Milan winger Ivan Perisic has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United, but now latest reports in The Sun state that the Premier League Champions are favourites to complete the signing of the wantaway Croatian star.

Chelsea fans will enjoy the prospect of getting one over their rivals Manchester United, especially after the Romelu Lukaku saga this summer.