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Chelsea transfer news: Jules Kounde boost, Arsenal in Armando Broja battle, Kalvin Phillips move

Thomas Tuchel will be presented with a huge task this summer with Chelsea in need of reinforcements.

The Blues could lose three defenders this summer, with Antonio Rudiger, Andreas Christensen and Cesar Azpilicueta are currently all set to become free agents on July 1.

As well as adding defenders, Chelsea may look to reshuffle their squad - with a number of players struggling for game time whilst some world class talents are set to become available this summer.

Chelsea currently find themselves behind Liverpool and Manchester City in the title race, and will have to make incremental improvements ahead of next season.

And as we all know, they certainly have the finances available to do that.

Here's the latest Chelsea transfer rumours.

Sevilla look for Jules Kounde replacement amid Chelsea interest

It's no secret that Chelsea are heavily interested in bringing in French centre-back Jules Kounde.

Set to lose a number of players at the position this summer, Chelsea will be looking for a centre-back, after targeting Kounde this past summer.

And transfer journalist

that Sevilla are already replacements for Jules Koundé in case he leaves the club.

Kounde is seen as one of the better young defenders in world football, and would likely slot right into the starting line-up.

Preferred by France over the likes of Liverpool's Ibrahima Konate - who has made a fine start to life in the Premier League - Chelsea fans will be encouraged by the latest developments.

Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund join race for Armando Broja

The Sun have reported that the aforementioned German giants are the latest clubs to keep tabs on Chelsea loanee Armando Broja.

Broja has scored eight goals in 24 games for Southampton whilst on loan this season, whilst impressing with his overall game throughout the campaign.

Thomas Tuchel is a huge fan of Armando Broja amid Arsenal transfer links (Photo by Matt Watson/Southampton FC via Getty Images) (Matt Watson/Southampton FC via Getty Images)

And whilst he is said to be apart of Chelsea's long-term plans, the Blues have a wealth of options at the position - could also could be strengthened upon this summer.

If this is to be the case, Chelsea could look to cash in on Broja and use the money elsewhere, with Bayern Munich and Borussia Dortmund interested.

Arsenal have also been highlighted as a potential landing spot for the 20-year-old.

Chelsea given boost in race for Kalvin Phillips

Chelsea have been given an update on Kalvin Phillips' future, as Leeds are yet to hold contract talks with Phillips this year over his proposed new deal.

90min.com reported that no talks are currently in place, with the 26-year-old keen to given a significant bump in his wages, or could leave the club this summer.

His current deal expires in 2024, but Leeds have yet to come close to agreeing a deal with him.

Phillips is expected to be valued at around £55 million - could Chelsea look to pair him with England teammate Declan Rice?

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