Chelsea Interested in Rayan Cherki and Olutayo Subuloye Loan Agreement

Chelsea Football Club is reportedly interested in Manchester City's Rayan Cherki, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes. The France international was previously linked to a transfer to Stamford Bridge during his time at Lyon. With Manchester City facing potential penalties amid a financial misconduct case involving 114 charges, player exits could be imminent. Xabi Alonso is said to admire Cherki, and Chelsea is considering a bid of approximately €90 million.

In addition, Chelsea has allegedly reached an agreement to finalize a loan deal for academy defender Olutayo Subuloye during the January transfer window. The 18-year-old defender impressed during Chelsea's pre-season tour and has started strongly at the U21 level, prompting the decision to expedite his development through a loan. The Evening Standard notes that several European clubs have shown interest in Subuloye, who is currently the U21 captain and has more than three years left on his Chelsea contract.

Chelsea is also monitoring the situation of Jules Kounde at Barcelona. He has played a reduced role under coach Hansi Flick, starting only once in La Liga this season and having not featured in the last three league matches. Chelsea, along with Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City, and Manchester United, is reported to be a frontrunner for Kounde, although Barcelona has not yet received any formal offers for him.

Regarding Geovany Quenda, the Portugal U21 international is eager for more first-team opportunities, having played just 27 minutes since joining Chelsea. Quenda expressed that coaching decisions are out of his control but remains committed to improving his situation.

Trevoh Chalobah confirmed his move from Chelsea to Como, stating it was the right time for a change. He has already begun five games for Como, winning three, and has quickly become a key player under Cesc Fabregas. Chalobah reflected positively on his time at Chelsea, appreciating the experiences and opportunities he had while with the club.

Finally, Chelsea's pursuit of Manchester United's JJ Gabriel appears unsuccessful, as the 16-year-old is set to join a foreign club. Gabriel, who wishes to leave United, has not participated in training since requesting a contract termination. There has been significant interest from top European clubs, including Barcelona and Bayern Munich, complicating Chelsea's efforts to sign him mid-season.