FootballTransfers runs through the biggest rumours from the day, including the latest on Bukayo Saka and Rafael Leao.

Chelsea have been handed a triple injury boost ahead of their trip to Tottenham. Enzo Maresca made 10 changes as the Blues beat Wolves 4-3 to reach the Carabao Cup quarter-finals on Wednesday, resting a number of key players.

Chelsea return to Premier League action against Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday and Enzo Maresca has been speaking to the media ahead of the tie. The Blues were beaten by Sunderland in their last Premier League outing, dropping down to ninth in the Premier League table as a result.

Chelsea and Sunderland head into this Premier League round level on points — here’s everything you need to know about the match.

Chelsea were close to capturing Aghehowa in 2024. GOAL detail how the Blues “had even agreed to pay £35 million” before the move collapsed following a medical concern. That decision now looks expensive.

A deal with Chelsea worth a reported £40 million ($52.8 million) was belatedly wrapped up at the end of August. Maresca has used Garnacho sparingly since which—as he is at pains to outline—was a direct consequence of the summer standoff.

The Berekum-based side, who had gone three games without a win, showed greater purpose and control throughout the encounter, dominating possession and creating several scoring opportunities.

Adverts for two gambling firms, Kwiff and Betway, were banned after a complaint was lodged to the Advertising Standards Authority

Chelsea vs Ajax will kick off at 3 p.m. ET/ 12 p.m. PT in the United States. The match will start at 8 p.m. local time in London, England, at Stamford Bridge. The match is not on TV in the U.S., but it will be available through streaming services. The match will also be available in the UK and the Netherlands.

Chelsea Women return to Stamford Bridge tomorrow lunchtime for a first-ever Women’s Super League meeting with newly promoted London City Lionesses. The Blues top the table after six games in the competition and remain unbeaten under manager Sonia Bompastor, but will want to sharpen up to showcase why they’re still the team to beat in England.