Chelsea's five priority deals before deadline

Chelsea have spent big but still need key moves before the window shuts.

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What happened. Chelsea's sporting leadership team need to prioritise five deals before the transfer window closes on September 1.

• New manager Xabi Alonso said the market is open and they have a plan.
• The Blues have already spent over £230m and sold players for nearly £160m.
• Business remains to be done in the coming days.

“We have to be ready. The market is open for a few weeks.”

— Xabi Alonso

Chelsea must finalise key transfers before the deadline to strengthen the squad.

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