Injuries to Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia left Erik ten Hag short of options in the position last term, but the manager still wants more cover despite sealing a deal for Noussair Mazraoui

Ornstein has explained how Man Utd could land a classy Inter star in a swap for Wan-Bissaka, while Romano has discussed their chances of signing a pair of left-backs

United have struggled massively in the position, and Ten Hag knows it needs strengthening, potentially with one of three options drawn up

The defender is showing little interest in joining Man Utd and his current club are not pressuring him to leave, even if there could yet be more twists

United have reportedly made a formal approach to Barcelona over the signing of an unwanted defender - but their prospects of a deal rest entirely on a potential swap deal with another LaLiga side

Two of the three left-backs Man Utd have eyed as short-term cover appear unlikely to sign, though the third option has received the go ahead to move, albeit in a costly deal

Three targets for the left-back position have been finalised by Man Utd - with enquiries made for two already - after injuries to Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia

The former Chelsea man has fallen down the pecking order at the Camp Nou and hasn't been involved in the Catalan's first two matches of the season

The former Arsenal striker is heading back to the Premier League - with details of his move to Chelsea revealed and the Blues sacrificing a star to get it done

After weeks of waiting, he has been promised he will get the move he desires, although it is being dealt with separately to a second operation.

The Blues are keen on the striker but any move to bring him to Stamford Bridge will not be straight forward.

Man Utd's search for a new striker has now taken them to France, while Leeds have joined the mix to sign a Benfica star and Barcelona are eyeing yet another signing.

Chelsea are clearing the deck for more arrivals and two stars they're poised to axe will generate the club hefty losses on their outlays.

Barca remain hopeful of landing the Blues defender after he openly requested to quit Stamford Bridge for a move to Catalonia.

The main casualty from Chelsea's purchase of Marc Cucurella will be Marcos Alonso, who could take a flight to his next destination this weekend - even if he'll have to wait a while for confirmation after.

Chelsea have retaliated against Barcelona, who now look set to snap up long-term Blues target Jules Kounde

Chelsea and Barcelona seem to be intertwined with transfers this summer and there has been a fresh twist when it comes to Marcos Alonso's future.

Three Blues defenders are on focus and new owner Todd Boehly has big plans for one in particular.

United look to be fading from the De Jong picture with reports in Spain now claiming it is Chelsea who hold all the ace cards

Barcelona are encountering difficulties pursuing Cesar Azpilicueta, but look set to get their way for his teammate - for less than the Blues hoped for.

Both defenders have agreed personal terms, however, the asking price may be holding up the deal as Barcelona struggle financially

Marcos Alonso wants to go back to Spain this summer and Barcelona have offered Chelsea a 17-cap international in return

The left-back's time at Stamford Bridge appears to be drawing to a close with the details revealed over his ongoing talks with Barcelona

Cesar Azpilicueta will meet again with Chelsea officials to hammer out his future, claims a reliable source.

Chelsea and Barcelona could be involved in a four-player swap deal this summer, as soon as the Blues get their takeover done

“It was normally a free day and of course maybe some felt it was a punishment but it wasn’t."

Thomas Tuchel hauled one Chelsea player off at half-time on Saturday, but the club have denied their was a bust-up.

Chelsea have reached a surprising stance on Alonso's future in a move that could see a current loanee handed a greater role next season.

Barcelona are already pursuing Chelsea stars Andreas Christensen and Cesar Azpilicueta - now a third name can be added to the list

The Manchester City legend has been running the rule over the remaining teams but one man has seen it all before.

He has reiterated his desire to play in a different league, but the answer to a follow-on question provided a twist regarding his focus

Describing Chelsea as the "most important club" of his career, the wide man has made no secret of his "only target" in the blue shirt

The Blues player has taken on an added significance recently, to the extent that a long-term admirer remember he is their dream target

The duo have told their representatives of their plans, despite still having decent chances for gametime at Stamford Bridge

"Is that possible? Maybe not," he admits when contemplating how to react to a new issue that has arisen

One Chelsea star could join Barcelona in January as he supports the Catalan giants, according to a report

Chelsea will have to fend off a Serie A giant to keep hold of one of Thomas Tuchel's favourite first-team members

Thomas Tuchel could be on a collision course with Chelsea over a star he favours that the club tried to offload this summer.

In moving to Stamford Bridge, the midfielder will team up with a couple of fellow Spaniards - one of whom is particularly enthusiastic

The Blues have a battle on their hands to keep a player who Thomas Tuchel reportedly asked to stick around

The Blues will not grant the player his apparent wish to leave the club this summer and it seems he is also warming to the idea of staying

The duo have plans to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, with a next destination touted by a report

David Beckham is keen on a Baggies defender with Sam Allardyce struggling to recruit a potential replacement.

"A lot of things have been said out there but I like to work, be quiet and talk on the pitch so that was for the fans."

The home side dominated throughout and won courtesy of strikes from skipper Cesar Azpilicueta and the returning Alonso in either half.

The Spanish giants are reportedly planning a raid on a player whose future at Stamford Bridge looks highly uncertain

The Spaniard has fallen down the pecking order under Frank Lampard and may have played his last game for the club