Chelsea news: Rayan Cherki transfer decision made as Roma 'close' to Romelu Lukaku agreement

All the latest Chelsea news and transfer gossip including updates on Rayan Cherki, Romelu Lukaku and

Your morning Chelsea digest on Monday, August 28.

Lyon make final Rayan Cherki decision as Mauricio Pochettino confirms Chelsea transfer plan

Chelsea look set to miss out on the signing of Lyon star Rayan Cherki this summer. football.london reported earlier this month that the Blues had contacted Cherki's representatives in order to understand how they would feel about a transfer.

L’Équipe have reported that despite interest from Chelsea, Newcastle United, Aston Villa and West Ham United, Cherki will remain at Olympique Lyonnais this season. Newcastle, Aston Villa and West Ham are all continuing in their attempts to sign the 20-year-old, as the transfer deadline nears, but the most likely outcome is that he remains with Lyon for a further year.

Chelsea make huge contract demand as Romelu Lukaku 'confirms' Roma transfer agreement

Chelsea have demanded that Romelu Lukaku reduces his salary for the remainder of his contract at Stamford Bridge. The Belgian striker is not part of Mauricio Pochettino's plans for the 2023/24 campaign.

Speaking to Het Laatste Nieuws on his son's match in a youth tournament, Lukaku said: "I’m nervous [about his son’s debut]. I’m going to Rome tomorrow to sign."

Chelsea set to announce £40m deal as Mauricio Pochettino plots final transfer

Chelsea are expected to announce a new sponsorship deal worth around £40million per year in the coming days. The Blues have started the Premier League season without a shirt sponsor after Three's contract expired at the end of last season.

Mauricio Pochettino has made it clear that he wants at least one more signing before the summer transfer window closes. Chelsea are