Chelsea Nears £115m Deals for Joao Pedro, Jamie Gittens Amid Premier League Rivalry

Mohammed Kudus has attracted strong interest from Premier League clubs Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, and Newcastle United amid a reportedly negotiable £85 million release clause. Tottenham, under new manager Thomas Frank, could offer Kudus a system better suited to his winger style, especially if Heung-min Son departs. Chelsea, despite a large existing squad, are keen to strengthen their attacking options and may negotiate a deal potentially around £60 million, contingent upon offloading players like Raheem Sterling and others. Chelsea has been active in the transfer market, spending over £157 million this summer on signings including Joao Pedro, Jamie Gittens, and Liam Delap, with the club benefiting financially from participation in the FIFA Club World Cup. Joao Pedro's signing from Brighton highlights Chelsea's intent to bolster their forward line, with the Brazilian forward signing a seven-year deal and set to join the squad during the ongoing tournament. The competition among these clubs, with Chelsea's financial muscle and Tottenham's tactical approach, will shape the best fit for Kudus in the upcoming season.