Chelsea news and transfers live: Tchouameni claim, Tuchel’s title message, Hazard interest



Hello and welcome to football.london’s live Chelsea blog at the start of a new week!

The Blues went back to the top of the Premier League table following a 1-0 victory over Brentford on Saturday night.

Ben Chilwell’s strike gave Chelsea the lead just before half-time but it was the heroics of goalkeeper Edouard Mendy that helped Thomas Tuchel’s side take all three points.

The match was won without first-team defenders Antonio Rudiger and Thiago Silva. However, their absences provided an opportunity for Premier League debutant Malang Sarr, who put in a good showing as part of the back three.

Tuchel will now be gearing his side up for back-to-back home games as they first host Malmo in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday and then Norwich in the Premier League on Saturday.

Off the pitch, the transfer talk continues as Eden Hazard is linked with a return to Stamford Bridge while summer target Jules Kounde could also be on his way to west London, if reports are to be believed.

With that in mind, we will continue to bring you all the latest transfer news surrounding Chelsea, reaction to the Brentford victory and everything you need to know ahead of the week of fixtures.





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