Graham Potter got up and running as Chelsea manager on Saturday - and now turns his attention to the Champions League.
The Blues edged a 2-1 win away to Crystal Palace in Potter's first Premier League outing in charge, with Conor Gallagher scoring a last-minute screamer to snatch all three points from his old club. Chelsea's next task is to welcome no other than AC Milan to Stamford Bridge on Wednesday, hoping to get their first win of the Champions League campaign at the third time of asking.
But it seems that owner Todd Boehly and co are also already planning for next season, as the Blues have reportedly come to an agreement with RB Leipzig over the signing of Christopher Nkunku for a fee worth more than his £52.8million release clause. It's all part of the plan to build a new dynasty in west London and have Potter rule the land.
Here's a round-up of the latest news from Stamford Bridge.
Potter's dream lineup after Nkunku transfer
As every good manager should do, Graham Potter is planning for the future. The 47-year-old wants to ensure that he stays in the Stamford Bridge dugout for longer than some of his unfortunate predecessors, and success in the transfer market will be crucial in doing so.
With French forward Christopher Nkunku lined up, Potter can focus on upgrading other areas of Chelsea's squad. Goalkeeper is one position which Blues fans have speculated could do with a refresh, while it's sorely evident that the club's long-term striking issue must be addressed.
Here's now Chelsea could line up with Potter's dream signings.
Chelsea battling Liverpool for MLS starlet
Chelsea and Liverpool are in the race to sign MLS wonderkid Jhon Duran from Chicago Fire, according to reports. The 18-year-old only made the move to North America in January, having burst onto the scene in his native Colombia. Duran made his debut for Categoria Primera A side Envigado aged just 15 and went on to score 10 goals in 49 appearances for El Equipo Naranja.
The striker has bagged eight goals and registered six assists in all competitions so far this season in a struggling Chicago side. That's led to interest from the Premier League, reports in the United States claiming that both Liverpool and Chelsea are eyeing the £10million-rated Colombia international.
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Aubameyang recalls "fat" Ronaldo memories
Though you may not know, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang had a spell at AC Milan during the formative years of his career. There, now Chelsea striker briefly played alongside the legendary Ronaldo, considered one of the greatest strikers to ever play the game.
Sadly for Aubameyang, the Brazilian icon wasn't in the greatest shape by the time they shared the pitch. "I was just trying to improve and looking at him to learn as much as I could. To tell the truth, he was a bit fat by then," the 33-year-old joked. "But he was still the best. I will always remember when Carlo Ancelotti had a go at him about his fitness, he said, ‘What do you want me to do, run or score goals?"
