Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Gaining tractionFootball.LondonUnverified source· 12 Aug 2026
Chelsea close in on Rayo Vallecano's Pep Chavarria
Chelsea's summer rebuild under Xabi Alonso is picking up pace as Pep Chavarria nears a move to Stamford Bridge.
Pep Chavarría
player
Player
Pep Chavarria
Current club
Rayo Vallecano
Linked club
Chelsea
Status
Medical reportedly ready
What happened. Rayo Vallecano's Pep Chavarria is reportedly ready for his medical to join Chelsea, according to Football.London.
- Chelsea have 12 days until their Premier League opener against Fulham.
- Xabi Alonso era begins with major squad changes.
- Jordan Henderson, Valentin Barco, and Maxence Lacroix already signed.
If completed, Chavarria would add depth as Chelsea finalize their squad before the season starts.
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