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Chelsea latest transfer news and updates: Interest from French side, Rice deal, Kepa replacements, Reguilon and more

Chelsea travel to Bayern Munich for the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie on Saturday evening, trailing 3-0 from February's first leg. Here are the latest Chelsea transfer news and updates ahead of the game.
Ilkay Gundogan has described Kai Havertz's potential as “unlimited” as the German starlet gets set for a move to Chelsea. The Manchester City ace told Bild: “I expect great things from him. Kai’s potential is unlimited, there are no limits. He brings a lot with him, and now it’s up to him to show off this enormous talent. He has this calm and serenity on the ball, and is a prudent type on the other side.”
Arsenal are set to confirm the signing of Willian on a free transfer, according to Sky Sports. Willian in action for Chelsea
Chelsea defender Fikayo Tomori is being targeted by French side Rennes, according to reports. L'Equipe says the Ligue 1 outfit have contacted Chelsea to begin talks over a potential deal for the 22-year-old. Petr Cech is reportedly leading Chelsea's “charm offensive” for Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre ter Stegen. According to ESPN, Cech has significantly helped pull the strings of the transfer negotiations as he views Ter Stegen as a “outstanding goalkeeper” and “leader”.
Former Chelsea target Gabriel is reportedly close to joining their London rivals Arsenal from Lille.
Chelsea target Sergio Reguilon has fuelled speculation of a potential switch from Real Madrid to the Premier League. When quizzed by Marca he replied: “Who knows what will happen?” Reguilon added: “If my year at Sevilla had not been good, then this would not be happening. These teams would not ring. I’ve been saying since quarantine that until the season is over I won’t be talking about my future. I have no complaints about anything, about the city, the club, my colleagues. I feel very loved. Who knows what will happen in the future.”
Declan Rice in action for West Ham United West Ham midfielder Declan Rice is still Chelsea's first-choice centre-back transfer target, reports The Athletic. Other names on Frank Lampard'soptions include Atletico Madrid’s Jose Gimenez, Brighton’s Lewis Dunk and Burnley’s James Tarkowski. Fikayo Tomori could be offered to West Ham in any deal to bring Rice to Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea have compiled a list of potential replacements for Kepa Arrizabalaga. The Spaniard will not be between the sticks for the Blues next season, according to Fabrizio Romano. Read more here Source: The Sun, Evening Standard 

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