Chelsea transfer news: Declan Rice plans, Havertz latest, Milinkovic-Savic interest

The buildup to the summer transfer window has now begun, with rumours and speculation continuing to swirl as Chelsea eye possible reinforcements.

The Blues failed to bring in a single player during the January window, despite seeing their transfer ban cut short by FIFA.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings from Stamford Bridge.

Tuesday morning's headlines:

Bayern Munich 'allow David Alaba to make decision over Premier League move'
Bayern Munich are allegedly prepared to allow David Alaba to make the final decision on his future, amid speculation regarding a move to the Premier League. Read more.

Chelsea want to use West Ham United's Declan Rice as centre-back?
Chelsea reportedly intend to use Declan Rice as a centre-back if they are able to sign the England international from West Ham United. Read more.

Chelsea, Real Madrid to battle for Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic?
Chelsea and Real Madrid are reportedly contemplating whether to launch a bid for Lazio midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic. Read more.

Michael Owen claims Liverpool decided against Timo Werner due to Divock Origi
Former Liverpool striker Michael Owen questions whether the Reds were ever actually in for Chelsea-bound Timo Werner as they wanted to stay loyal to Divock Origi. Read more.

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hints at Nathan Ake transfer
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer seemingly hints that he is interested in Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake with comments made after Saturday's match. Read more.

Report: Chelsea step up £70m chase for Bayer Leverkusen star Kai Havertz
A report claims that Chelsea do not want to waste any time in snapping up Kai Havertz now that Bayer Leverkusen's season has officially concluded. Read more.