Chelsea have signed Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez on a three-year deal ahead of the transfer deadline. The Argentina international, a 2022 World Cup winner, joins the Blues after six years at Villa, where he made 213 appearances for the club
Chelsea are reportedly prepared to sell midfielder Enzo Fernandez amid interest from Manchester City, provided their asking price is met. Fernandez’s omission from Thursday’s Carabao Cup game intensified speculation, though Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso dismissed suggestions it was transfer-related.
Morgan Rogers has said Xabi Alonso’s football philosophy and promise of freedom on the pitch influenced his decision to join Chelsea. The England midfielder, returning to his childhood club, is eager to begin a new chapter under the Spanish manager.
Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has signed a new contract that will keep him at Stamford Bridge until 2034. The Brazil international joined from Brighton in 2025 and helped Chelsea win the FIFA Club World Cup in his debut campaign.
He has made 27 appearances for the Blues so far, including four this season, most recently as a substitute in the FA Cup third-round win over Morecambe earlier this month.
