Saturday's Chelsea transfer talk news roundup: Ben Chilwell, Marcos Alonso, Olivier Giroud

The transfer window may be closed, but rumours and speculation continue to swirl as Chelsea eye possible reinforcements.

The Blues are currently under a transfer embargo, which has forced them to turn to youngsters who have impressed during the first half of the season, but they are hopeful of overturning the ban in time to sign players in January.

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

Saturday morning's headlines:

Ernesto Valverde addresses Pedro return rumours
Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde opens the door for Chelsea attacker Pedro to return to Camp Nou next summer. Read more.

Frank Lampard expecting to have "big say" in Chelsea transfer plans
Chelsea are able to dip into the January market after their transfer ban was lifted. Read more.

Olivier Giroud 'close to Inter Milan agreement'
Chelsea forward Olivier Giroud nears an agreement with Italian giants Inter Milan, according to a report. Read more.

Ashley Cole urges Chelsea to move for Ben Chilwell
Former Chelsea defender Ashley Cole calls on the Blues to sign Leicester City full-back Ben Chilwell. Read more.

Frank Lampard puts Chelsea contract talks on hold until January
The deals of Olivier Giroud, Willian and Pedro run out in the summer. Read more.

Atletico Madrid to make January loan bid for Chelsea defender Marcos Alonso?
Atletico Madrid are reportedly ready to launch an approach for Chelsea defender Marcos Alonso during the January transfer window. Read more.