NEWS NEWS BLOG SPORT brings you the latest transfer news coming out of Stamford Bridge.
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| Douglas Costa won't be leaving Bayern Munich anytime soon |
Chelsea have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Douglas Costa.
The former Shakhtar Donetsk star rejected offers from the Blues and Manchester United to seal a £25million switch to Bayern Munich in the summer.
Chelsea have been keeping tabs, as they seek to revamp their squad.
At the time, Pep Guardiola played a huge role in his decision to join the Bundesliga champions.
Although Guardiola will leave the Allianz Arena at the end of the season, Costa has no intention of following suit.
"No chance, I have a lot of goals here. It's true, I joined Bayern because of Pep," Costa said.
"The first six months with him have been outstanding; the next sixth months will certainly be outstanding too. I have learned a lot from Pep."
Arsenal and Chelsea have been given a timely boost in their pursuit of Lyon star Alexandre Lacazette, according to reports.
The Gunners have been tracking the 24-year-old striker to provide competition for Olivier Giroud, while Diego Costa's long-term future at Stamford Bridge is in doubt.
But according to French paper L'Equipe, Newcastle have had an £18m bid for Lacazette rejected.
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| Chelsea are still in the hunt for Alexandre Lacazette |
The paper claims Lyon are holding out for a fee closer to £25m.
Chelsea have reportedly emerged as the favourites to sign Jamie Vardy.
Vardy has tormented Premier League defences this term and his 15 goals have made the big clubs sit up and take notice.
Sky Bet have priced the Blues as favourites at 8/1 to complete a deal before the January window closes.
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