Pep Chavarria

Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso is reportedly keen on Arsenal midfielder Martin Zubimendi, a development that coincides with Arsenal's significant acquisition of Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United, raising questions about Zubimendi's future role.

AS Roma is reportedly preparing a €30 million offer for Strasbourg winger Diego Moreira, but the French club's valuation is significantly higher, with Chelsea opting not to exercise their buy-back option.

Chelsea has reportedly entered the pursuit for Werder Bremen's highly-rated 19-year-old defender, Karim Coulibaly, facing stiff competition from several top European clubs. The London side aims to bolster its defensive options following a challenging season.

In a tense, low-scoring battle at Estadio de Vallecas, Rayo Vallecano secured a precious **1-0** first-leg victory against Greek leaders AEK Athens, leveraging home advantage and tactical discipline to take control of their UEFA Europa Conference League quarter-final tie.