Pep Chavarría
LB • Linked from Rayo Vallecano
A specific request from Xabi Alonso, who values his versatility and tactical intelligence. Rayo hold his contract to 2030, so are under zero pressure to sell.
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Discussions with Rayo Vallecano over Pep Chavarria are ongoing, but Chelsea are also looking at other options for the left-back role, with the two clubs struggling to agree a fee.
Simon Johnson & Cerys Jones, The Athletic Tier 1
Chelsea prepare an improved offer as negotiations with Rayo Vallecano continue.
Yahoo Sports Tier 1
Chavarría agrees personal terms and is reportedly willing to take a pay cut to join, but Rayo remain in no rush to sell.
Yahoo Sports Tier 1
Rayo reject Chelsea's opening offer and raise their asking price from £12.8m to £21m.
FootballTransfers Tier 1
Chelsea open talks with Rayo Vallecano over left-back Pep Chavarría, described as a specific request from Xabi Alonso.
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