Spurs tried to arrange a high-profile deal for the Dutchman before learning he would be beyond their means, new information has revealed.
Having lost out on Matthijs de Ligt to Bayern Munich, Chelsea are getting to work on signing a La Liga defender instead
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
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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