Chelsea have submitted a new bid for Pep Chavarria

Chelsea has made a new, improved bid for Rayo Vallecano left-back Pep Chavarria as talks move quickly between the clubs. Xabi Alonso is now at Stamford Bridge, and the London side wants to complete a deal for the 28-year-old defender, seen by Alonso as reinforcement for the Blues’ defensive unit ahead of the new campaign. Chelsea is prioritizing the position after Marc Cucurella’s move to Real Madrid earlier in the summer window. Reports say the first offer was rejected, but Chelsea’s latest financial package has brought negotiations to an advanced stage, with both clubs optimistic. Chavarria, praised for his high-energy, disciplined wide defending and tactical flexibility, is expected to have no major issues with personal terms.