Chelsea suffer blow in Moises Caicedo pursuit from Brighton as Robert Sanchez deal nears completion – Paper Round

Chelsea are close to finalising a deal for Brighton goalkeeper Robert Sanchez, according to various reports, but their ambition of luring Moises Caicedo from the Amex Stadium has been dealt a blow.

The Blues have been pursuing the 21-year-old Ecuador international throughout the summer and have reportedly had an £80 million deal turned down.

The report continues: “It’s understood the Seagulls have been impressed by the midfielder’s attitude while speculation about his future intensifies”, adding that they “expect” him to still be a Brighton player when the window closes.

Arsenal have lodged a formal offer for Brentford goalkeeper David Raya, claim the Daily Star, via Fabrizio Romano.

The 27-year-old is a surprise target for Mikel Arteta’s side with many now questioning the future of Aaron Ramsdale at the club.

The report states: “The offer is worth an initial £20m plus £3m in add-ons, which is more than the £18.5m Arsenal paid Sheffield United to sign Ramsdale in 2021.”

It adds: “It’s unlikely the bid will satisfy the Bees following reports earlier this summer that the club is seeking £40m to part ways with the player.

“The capital club may be expected to significantly revise their initial bid before Brentford will do business.”

Tottenham are reportedly interested in signing highly-rated forward Alejo Veliz from Rosario Central.

The striker, 19, is a youth international and has caught the eye for Rosario, and for Argentina at the Under-20 World Cup.

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is considering an offer to join Turkish side Besiktas after leaving Liverpool on a free.

Oxlade-Chamberlain, who joined from Arsenal for £35 million in 2017, made 146 appearances for The Reds, scoring 18 goals.

He won the UEFA Champions League and the Premier League during his time at Anfield.