Chelsea make summer transfer window U-turn after £238m deals

Chelsea’s £238m summer spending spree, while their lowest in four years under new ownership, still addresses key squad gaps. Unlike last year’s scattergun approach, the 2025 additions target specific needs like left-wing and midfield, with Gittens, Santos, and Essugo bolstering those areas. While some transfer fees remain inflated, the focus on filling holes and adding versatility suggests lessons learned from the previous season’s struggles.

Read full story on Football.London