Murillo – Diomande – Bremer feature in Chelsea transfer news

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Chelsea are preparing a move for Gleison Bremer this summer, with Italian outlet Calciomercato — relayed by Caught Offside — reporting that Juventus could be tempted to sell the centre-back for a fee in the region of £60 million.

CHELSEA’s search for defensive reinforcements has intensified as the club continues to reshape its squad for the long term. The Blues pushed hard to sign young French defender Jeremy Jacquet in the final days of the January window, only for the teenager to choose a move to Liverpool at the end of the season.

Bremer, 28, has been one of Serie A’s most consistent and physically dominant defenders over the past few years. His performances for Juventus — marked by strong aerial ability, aggressive positioning, and reliability in one-on-one situations — have made him a key figure in Luciano Spalletti’s back line.

Despite this, Juventus are expected to entertain offers for several high-value players this summer as they reshape their squad and assess financial conditions.

CHELSEA view Bremer as an ideal fit for Liam Rosenior’s defensive rebuild, offering Premier League-ready attributes and leadership qualities that would complement the club’s younger centre-back options. With uncertainty surrounding some current defenders and the need for greater stability at the back, Bremer’s profile aligns closely with the club’s recruitment priorities.

No formal offer has been submitted, but Chelsea are said to be evaluating the financial feasibility of a move. Juventus, while not actively pushing for a sale, are believed to be open to negotiations if a bid reaches the £60m threshold, giving the Blues a potential opening ahead of other interested European clubs.

Would Bremer be a good signing for Chelsea?

A move for Bremer would represent a shift in Chelsea’s recent transfer strategy — prioritising an experienced, proven defender rather than another long-term project. It is a decision that makes sense. CHELSEA’s back line has lacked consistency, leadership, and physical presence, and Bremer would address all three issues immediately.

However, the question is one of balance. With significant investment already poured into young defenders, another large outlay — especially for a player approaching his prime years — must be weighed against needs in midfield and attack.

Still, stability at the back is foundational, and Bremer offers exactly that

MURILLO WANTED

Chelsea are ready to make a formal offer for Murillo amid growing expectations that the centre-back will leave Nottingham Forest this summer, according to TEAMtalk. The 23-year-old has emerged as one of the Premier League’s standout young defenders, drawing interest from multiple top clubs across Europe after an impressive debut season in English football.

CHELSEA are understood to have prioritised signing a centre-back in January but were unable to secure their preferred targets. The club had tracked promising defender Jeremy Jacquet, only for the teenager to agree a deal to join Liverpool at the end of the current campaign.

Missing out on Jacquet has accelerated Chelsea’s pursuit of Murillo, who is seen as a player capable of stepping immediately into the first-team squad, and Murillo’s stock has risen sharply since his arrival from Brazil last year.

His composure on the ball, strength in duels, and ability to break opposition lines with progressive play have made him a key figure for Nottingham Forest. However, with the club battling both on-pitch challenges and financial pressures, a high-value sale this summer is considered increasingly likely.

CHELSEA, meanwhile, view the left-sided centre-back position as a priority area. With the futures of several defenders uncertain and long-term squad planning underway, the club is targeting a younger profile capable of developing under Liam Rosenior while offering immediate depth. Murillo’s age, physical profile, and Premier League experience fit the club’s recruitment strategy.

Talks between the clubs have not yet begun, but Chelsea are reportedly confident they can meet Forest’s valuation, which is expected to exceed £50 million. Forest are prepared to listen to offers but will seek to spark a competitive bidding environment, with interest also coming from clubs in Spain and Italy.

Will Chelsea actually make a formal offer for Murillo?

CHELSEA’s interest in Murillo is logical — and also revealing. The club continues to invest heavily in emerging talent, aiming to assemble a squad built for long-term success. Murillo is tailor-made for that approach. He has already shown he can perform in the Premier League, and his ceiling is high.

The concern, however, is whether Chelsea risk overcrowding their defensive department without addressing more urgent structural issues elsewhere in the squad.

Another young centre-back adds potential, but not necessarily stability. At the same time, if Murillo evolves into the commanding defender many expect him to become, passing on him could prove costly.

DIOMANDE CONFIRMS CHANCE TO JOIN CHELSEA

RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande has revealed that he previously rejected the chance to join Chelsea, insisting that choosing a development-focused path through CD Leganés ultimately proved crucial for his career.

Speaking in an interview with German outlet Bild, the Ivory Coast international explained that, as a teenager, he was faced with what many described as an obvious choice — to sign for Chelsea — yet opted for what he believed was the better environment for immediate playing time and long-term growth.

“A lot of people told me I absolutely had to play for CHELSEA,” Diomande said.“A lot of people told me I absolutely had to play for Chelsea. Then I stopped everything and made a decision for myself. I knew the president of Leganes; he had helped with my move to the USA.

“Suddenly, I was faced with a choice: Leganes or Chelsea? It was risky, but luckily, it was the right decision. I think patience is very important in football. It’s not always just about money. If you play well, it will come naturally.

‘I’m young; I need to play to increase my sporting value, to improve. And I wouldn’t get that on the bench.”

Diomande’s decision to join Leganés proved the start of a rapid rise. After developing in Spain, he secured his move to RB Leipzig, where he has become one of the most highly rated young players in the Bundesliga. His performances have attracted attention from top European clubs, including reported interest from Bayern Munich, though Diomande remains focused on continuing his progression in Leipzig.

Reflecting on the path he took, he reiterated that bypassing a high-profile move early in his career was essential: “I’m happy I chose the road where I could play and grow. That’s what has made the difference.”

While the Premier League remains a dream destination for many young players, Diomande’s comments highlight the increasingly common belief that long-term development is best served through measured steps rather than premature big-club moves.

His decision appears vindicated: regular first-team football in Spain and Germany has allowed him to establish himself as one of Europe’s fastest-rising prospect

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