City are reportedly prepared to bid Juve's asking price for De Ligt in a development that is good news for Chelsea in one regard.

If the Bundesliga champions beat Chelsea to De Ligt, it could cause one of their existing options to seek an exit - and he would interest the Blues.

Although they may miss out on the Dutchman, Chelsea could yet deliver a blow to Juventus in another €40m battle.

Chelsea and Bayern have both acted on their interest in Matthijs de Ligt by tabling offers, as the transfer tussle officially gets underway.

Chelsea suffer a blow in their Matthijs de Ligt transfer hopes as Bayern Munich advance, while Newcastle consider a Leeds swoop - all the latest Transfer Gossip.

Bayern have emerged as a contender to torpedo Chelsea's De Ligt plans, though that might help them land a fantastic consolation prize.

Juventus are reportedly hopeful that Liverpool or Man Utd will engage in a Matthijs de Ligt transfer bidding war with Chelsea

Chelsea and Juventus are meeting in the middle and De Ligt wants the move, and what that means for an Arsenal star has been revealed.

Arsenal are reportedly expecting transfer interest from Juventus in Gabriel Magalhaes if Chelsea progress their Matthijs de Ligt deal

Chelsea need a centre-back and Matthijs de Ligt looks like being available, if Todd Boehly can negotiate the right fee.

Chelsea now have something Liverpool and Man City have had for several years, and it looks to have paid dividends.

Juventus are gradually becoming more receptive to Chelsea's approach for Matthijs de Ligt, who is refusing to sign a new contract in Turin

Chelsea looking into a possible deal to bring Ake back from City - but one observer insists they must set their sights higher and has named an ideal signing

A comprehensive report from Italy has shed light on all aspects of a De Ligt deal, including who Chelsea may include as a makeweight.

Tuchel is hot on the prospect of a Man City raid, and it could represent a viable alternative to the stalling De Ligt and Kounde deals.

This summer will be the last chance for the Reds to recoup a decent fee for one of their top stars who is out of contract in 2023.

Chelsea are about to come to the party and the latest on De Ligt suggest they might have found their Rudiger replacement.

Lukaku's exit is expected to spark a major shopping spree at Stamford Bridge, beginning with Liverpool target De Ligt.

Liverpool are willing to splash out more than £60m and give a starring role to a Serie A centre-back, while Leeds are chasing the brother of a Man Utd attacker.

Erik ten Hag expects a £60m midfield signing to kickstart Man Utd's summer transfer business, while Leeds are after a PSG attacking star.

Liverpool are eyeing a huge signing from Juventus, Man Utd have the green light to sign a Porto midfielder, while Tottenham fancy a South Korea defender

Juventus may be about to cash in and three of England's biggest hitters are sizing up a huge move.

A risky strategy from Juventus threatens their prospects of keeping De Ligt, amid claims the player knows which club he wants to sign for next

The Dutchman's future at Juventus is unclear and he could end up in the Premier League if he leaves.

The Juve star has reportedly emerged as a target for Ten Hag in recent days amid claims a big reunion at Old Trafford could be on the cards

The 22-year-old has long been linked with a move to the Premier League and could leave Juventus even if he signs a new deal

Chelsea could use Juventus' interest in one of their squad players to move for an Antonio Rudiger replacement who previously cost €75m.

The centre-back is reportedly flattered by Chelsea's interest - and he could be sold by his current club so they can afford a Blues star

The two Premier League rivals could be on a collision course for a Dutch sensation who looks set to be on the move in the summer

Chelsea could land a Juventus star for a £37m discount this summer as his agent is 'looking for a new club' for him

Chelsea are confident that they can land a Serie A star for a £37million discount amid a seismic splurge for the potential selling club

Notorious agent Mino Raiola is reportedly pushing a Chelsea and Man City target to move amid a reduced transfer fee

Although the player himself has not commented, it seems he is in agreement with his representative over his next move

A Serie A star has revealed his career 'dream' amid transfer links with Chelsea, Manchester City and Tottenham

After links with Chelsea in recent weeks, he now has another suitor in the capital - where he could reunite with a familiar face

The defender's agent is now locked in talks with his current club about a deal that could either help or hinder the Blues' chances

Man City are willing to sell a £41m signing in order to help fund a huge Juventus bid, though they could face stiff competition from Chelsea

Chelsea reportedly have three names in mind as they look to replace veteran defender Thiago Silva in 2022

The Blues can't catch a break in their pursuit of reinforcements at the back and their latest target has now hit them with a big blow

Premier League teams Chelsea and Man City have acted on their interest in a £103million defender, according to reports

The Netherlands star has become a key player for Juventus, despite a difficult start to life in Turin.

Chelsea have switched their focus from a mooted PSG deal to the signing of a Dutch ace that would break the British transfer record.

“It’s a big clause. It will be really difficult to see any club ready to pay this money. But it means that the player could be available."

The defender has been touted for a possible move to Stamford Bridge after Raiola suggested the Dutchman could quit the Turin club.

Chelsea will be bringing a centre-back on board next year but there could be a big decision to make about who they sign

Chelsea are reportedly weighing up putting a huge cash-plus-player deal to Juventus to satisfy a Roman Abramovich demand.

The Netherlands bowed out of Euro 2020 at the Last 16 stage after a Matthijs De Ligt red card proved pivotal against the Czech Republic.