"Did I believe that? Of course, because Conte has played with two attackers all his career, except at Chelsea with me. I do not understand."

The Belgian moved to west London in 2016 in a deal worth £35million but failed to ever establish himself as regular starter.

The attacker was hoping to stay in the Premier League but Chelsea didn't act quickly enough, which saw the transfer fall through.

The Blues are set to lose two peripheral players on deadline day with one finally ending his unsuccessful stint at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea appear desperate to capture Anthony Gordon from Everton and have given the Toffees the chance to sign two players in return.

Chelsea are expected to return with another offer for Anthony Gordon and a player in exchange is understood to be part of the deal.

Wolves are in the market for a new centre-forward and may have found their solution via Chelsea, who are happy to help.

A Man Utd insider speaks of the reaction to Cristiano Ronaldo's early exit from Old Trafford on Sunday, while Everton get a boost in a Chelsea raid - all the latest Transfer Gossip.

The Belgian has suffered a tough time at Chelsea, however, could now be offered a chance elsewhere in the Premier League

The Blues are open to selling all six flops, and their inability to find buyers has already had a tangible impact on the club's rising stars.

A Chelsea striker will leave Stamford Bridge for good this summer and a host of Prem sides are keen at ensuring he stays in England.

They say all strikers have a selfish streak, but one player's desire to improve his stats is said to 'drive his teammates mad'

Chelsea have sealed the exit of another first-team forward, though the player first signed a new contract to stop him becoming a free agent

The outcast looks to have been handed fresh hope of a new chance at first-team football with talks underway

The German currently has 42 players in his first-team squad at Stamford Bridge and needs to get that list down to 25 for the new Prem season

The forward has amassed less than 50 Premier League appearances in a Blues shirt and it may be best for all parties to move on

Bielsa's side have seemingly gone cold on a potential Chelsea recruit - but they are very much warming to the signing of a Fulham star

Marcelo Bielsa is plotting his summer recruitment drive and may opt for a man he knows well from their time together in France.

The home side took the lead in the second-half through James Rodriguez before sub Batshuayi struck four minutes from time.

The forward's career has stalled since moving to Stamford Bridge in a similar scenario to that of Romelu Lukaku and Kevin De Bruyne.

The Belgium forward has moved across London and back to Selhurst Park and looks set to line up alongside Wilfried Zaha for the Eagles

The striker has fallen down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge, but several clubs want to keep him in the Premier League

The untold story of Chelsea's summer window has been their departures, and further business could actually see the club turn a profit.

The winger impressed on loan at West Brom last season, and now he is close to returning - but he may not be the only attacker they sign

Leeds are reported to be considering their options after Chelsea reportedly put a price on the head of striker Michy Batshuayi.

Patrick Bamford has divided opinion among Leeds fans, but with promotion now achieved, attacking reinforcements may soon be on the way.

The Blues are looking to get creative in their efforts to land the West Ham man - and have reportedly offered three stars in exchange.

The Blues are understood to be very keen on the 21-year-old England international, who is under contract until 2024.

Chelsea are planning to offer a fitrst-team attacker as part of a deal to get their hands on West Ham star Declan Rice, claims a report.

Three Chelsea stars look poised to leave the club to fund moves for striker Timo Werner and left-back Ben Chilwell this summer.

Newcastle United are reportedly ready to make a move for a West Ham striker target ahead of the summer transfer window.

Roma have become the latest side to show an interest in signing an unsettled striker from Chelsea, according to reports.

Following the news of centre-forward Wesley's long injury layoff, Villa could look to raid Chelsea for reinforcements.

Frank Lampard described his Chelsea substitutes as “second to none” after their impressive 1-0 Champions League win at Ajax.

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez has urged Michy Batshuayi to leave Chelsea if he continues to be overlooked by Frank Lampard.

Napoli have been offered Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi on loan, according to a Naples radio station.

An out of favour striker is being lined up for another loan move away from Chelsea, according to reports in France.

One Premier League manager has admitted that the future of an on-loan Chelsea star may be out of his hands if his club can't afford him

Michy Batshuayi has vowed to produce his best form for Crystal Palace after having an immediate impact on his debut.

Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi has joined Crystal Palace on loan after they beat London rivals Tottenham to his signature.

Tottenham and Chelsea are locked in late negotiations over a late striker deal, according to a shock report

Tottenham have pulled the plug on a deadline day loan move for Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi, according to a report.

Everton are reportedly attempting to sign a striker from Chelsea, who is expected to cost around £35m, while West Ham are also keen.

Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi's loan at Valencia is to be terminated, with the Belgium striker's exit being negotiated.

Real Madrid are reportedly interested in a shock transfer swoop for a Chelsea misfit to solve their goalscoring issues.

Out-of-form Chelsea loanee does not plan to quit La Liga in favour of an early return to Stamford Bridge.

The 24-year-old spent the second half of last season on loan at Borussia Dortmund, having found his opportunities at Stamford Bridge limited