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Chelsea have suffered a blow in their attempt to bolster their attacking options after Antione Griezmann signed a new deal with Atletico Madrid.
Concerns over Diego Costa's hamstrings and Radamel Falcao's ability to rediscover his form has meant the Blues targeted a new forward.
However Spanish newspaper AS say the 24-year-old has improved his deal through to 2019 after an excellent debut season at the Vicente Caleron.
The Blues must pay £34m if they want to sign John Stones from Everton, according to the Sunday Mirror.
The war of words between the two clubs has strengthened the resolve of the Toffees to keep the young England defender.
Chelsea have already had two bids of £20m and £26m rejected and are said to preparing a third of around £30m.
Chelsea have been told they must pay at least £21m if they want to sign Baba Rahman.
Following the exit of Filipe Luis, the Blues targeted the Ghana left-back as his replacement but are yet to reach an agreement with Augsburg.
Jose Mourinho has made it clear he wants to make defensive signings before the transfer window closes.
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