Chelsea will begin the 2017/18 Premier League season as champions, but where should they strengthen this summer?
Antonio Conte’s side romped home to the league title in the most recent campaign, finishing seven points above Tottenham and claiming a Premier League record of 30 wins in the process.
But the Chelsea boss will know that his squad needs strengthening as they prepare for their title defence and the return of Champions League football.
The 2017 summer transfer window is set to open on Friday June 9 for English clubs, but big-money deals have already been agreed with managers keen to do some early business.
Chelsea have been reportedly linked with moves for Alvaro Morata, Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez this summer with the future of Diego Costa yet to be decided.
But who would you like to see move to Stamford Bridge?
Ivan Perisic – Chelsea are interested in signing Ivan Perisic from Inter Milan, according to Sky in Italy.
Romelu Lukaku – The Everton striker is linked with a return to Chelsea after he told the club in March he would not sign a new deal.
Alvaro Morata – Spanish paper AS reports that Morata has offers from a number of clubs. The Real Madrid striker has been approached by Chelsea, Manchester United, Tottenham, Juventus, AC Milan, Borussia Dortmund and an unnamed Chinese club, but his preference is a move to Stamford Bridge.
Virgil van Dijk – The Sun reports that Conte will look to bring in Southampton defender Van Dijk as part of a £200m spending spree this summer.
Tiemoue Bakayoko – Chelsea have stepped up their bid to sign the Monaco midfielder, the Telegraph reports, in a move which could cost the Blues more than 50 million euros.
Alexis Sanchez – Sanchez continues to be linked with a move away from Arsenal with just one year left on his current deal. The Guardian reported back in March that Chelsea made the Chilean their number one target this summer.
Dani Alves – Conte is keen to bring in Juventus full-back Dani Alves, according to The Sun, with the Brazilian enjoying a stellar campaign for the Italian outfit.
Aleksandr Golovin – Chelsea will look to make a £20m move for CSKA midfielder Golovin this summer, the Daily Mail reports.
Kyle Walker – Manchester City lead the race to sign Tottenham right-back Walker, but the Daily Mirror reports that Conte is a huge admirer of the England international.
Jack Butland – The Stoke goalkeeper is wanted by Chelsea, Arsenal, Man Utd and Man City, according to the Daily Star.
Moussa Dembele – The Express claims Chelsea are keen to sign the Celtic striker, though AC Milan, Arsenal and Tottenham are also said to be interested.
Marco Verratti – Chelsea have offered PSG £55m to sign the Italy international, The Sun reports.
