Chelsea ramp up Mike Maignan and Jamie Gittens talks before first transfer deadline - Blues want duo signed before summer window briefly closes ahead of the Club World Cup

Mike Maignan (29) wants to complete a move to Chelsea. As per L’Équipe, the France No.1 has told AC Milan that he will not be renewing his deal with the club. There is therefore an ultimatum:

Chelsea have made an initial €35m transfer offer for Jamie Gittens, but as expected, it’s been rejected. As per Sky Germany and BBC Sport, Borussia Dortmund are holding out for a bid in the range of €50m-60m.