Chelsea launch bid for Matthijs de Ligt as Thomas Tuchel plots defensive rebuild - Evening Standard

Thomas Tuchel has identified Matthijs de Ligt as a possible transfer target as Chelsea step up plans to rebuild their defence.

Sources in Italy claim Chelsea have made an approach for the Dutch centre-back but could face competition from Manchester City. Chelsea are plotting a defensive rebuild this summer after losing Anto… [+1017 chars]

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