Chelsea transfer news: Leading Havertz race, Tomori to be used in Rice deal, Abraham demands

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.

Wednesday morning's headlines:

Chelsea in pole position for Bayer Leverkusen playmaker Kai Havertz?
Chelsea reportedly remain as the favourites to sign Kai Havertz after a number of clubs ended their interest in the Bayer Leverkusen playmaker. Read more.

Chelsea to use Fikayo Tomori as makeweight in Declan Rice deal?
Chelsea are willing to send Fikayo Tomori out on loan in order to aid their pursuit of West Ham United's Declan Rice, according to a report. Read more.

Tammy Abraham 'demanding £130k-a-week deal at Chelsea'
Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham is reportedly holding out for a contract offer of £130,000 per week to give him parity with fellow academy graduate Callum Hudson-Odoi. Read more.