New Delhi, July 23 -- Chelsea are in talks to sign Ajax's Jorrel Hato and RB Leipzig's Xavi Simons. However, to follow UEFA's financial rules and manage their large squad, the Blues need to raise over £60 million to bring in new players for the 2025-26 Champions League season. This means selling or loaning out several players who were either on loan last season or not playing regularly under coach Enzo Maresca.

Jorrel Hato is a versatile Ajax defender who can play centre-back or left-back. The 19-year-old impressed last season with consistent performances. Chelsea's interest in the player signals their intent to strengthen the backline.

To make room for new defensive recruits, players like Ben Chilwell and Axel Disasi could be on t...