The experienced England midfielder, 36, arrives at Stamford Bridge having made 32 Premier League appearances for Brentford during the 2025/26 campaign, following his arrival from Ajax from last summer.
Liverpool’s pre-season tour of the United States ended on a disappointing note as Leeds United fought back from two goals down to claim a 4-2 victory in Chicago, handing Andoni Iraola plenty to consider before the new campaign.
Arsenal have seen their opening bid for Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimarães rejected, with the Magpies determined to keep hold of one of their most influential players ahead of the new Premier League season.
The Blues have added experience and youth to their ranks, with Welbeck arriving from Brighton on a two-year contract, while Barco has joined from Strasbourg on a seven-year-deal.
Andoni Iraola maintained his perfect start as Liverpool head coach as Rio Ngumoha’s second-half strike earned the Reds a 1-0 victory over Wrexham in New York.
The 26-year-old centre-back has signed a contract at Stamford Bridge until 2032, becoming the latest addition to Xabi Alonso’s squad ahead of his first season in charge of the Blues.
The Premier League has rarely entered a new season with so many question marks surrounding its leading contenders.
The result will have frustrated Villa’s demanding head coach, who is known for his pursuit of high standards, but there is still time for his squad to develop ahead of the start of the campaign.
The Brazil international is one of the biggest names in world football, a Champions League winner and one of Real Madrid’s most important attacking players, but what are the chances of him joining the Premier League champions?
Chelsea are in talks over moves for Brentford midfielder Jordan Henderson and Brighton striker Danny Welbeck as the club look to add more experience to their squad this summer.
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