With Aston Villa back interested in a Chelsea player, it raises the tantalising proposition of the Blues asking about striker Jhon Duran once again. Duran was a long-standing target for the Blues at the start of the window. With Victor Osimhen likely priced out of their reach for the moment, it would be little surprise if they were to ask about Duran once more.

Earlier in the transfer window, Chelsea showed interest in Aston Villa striker Jhon Durán, who could potentially be involved in a deal. Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca, despite having an excess of players, still hopes for a new striker.

Chelsea showed interest in Aston Villa striker Jhon Durán earlier in the transfer window. Durán could potentially be included in a deal involving Raheem Sterling, as Chelsea's coach, Enzo Maresca, despite having a surplus of players, is still hoping for a new striker.

Chelsea have rekindled their interest in signing Jhon Duran after West Ham turned their attention away from him. Duran has been on Chelsea's shortlist of striker targets since January.

Chelsea were also linked with Duran this summer but appear to have cooled their interest.

Jhon Duran finally looks set to leave Aston Villa this summer after months of speculation linking the striker to Chelsea. The Colombian was one of the names lined up by Chelsea to strengthen their frontline. Villa were thought to be holding out for a fee of around €50 million for the 20-year-old, which caused the transfer to stall despite Duran agreeing personal terms with Chelsea. Chelsea went on to sign Marc Guiu from Barcelona as depth up front but the 18-year-old could be loaned out.

Chelsea made an approach for Aston Villa's Jhon Duran earlier in the transfer window.

Chelsea has previously been interested in signing Jhon Duran.

Chelsea have retained an interest in Jhon Durán since joined Aston Villa from Chicago Fire in the MLS just 18 months ago. The Colombian international was predominantly an impact player from the bench last season but he displayed his promise, scoring eight goals. There were strong reports earlier this summer that Durán’s move to Chelsea was essentially finalised but that speculation has gone quiet.

Chelsea has talked with Aston Villa about signing Jhon Duran as an alternative option for their attack.

Chelsea are hoping to sign a striker this summer but deals for the likes of Jhon Durán have proven too costly to pursue.

Chelsea are in talks with Aston Villa for 20-year-old Colombian striker Jhon Duran.

Chelsea have not yet abandoned their interest in Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran.

Chelsea also remain interested in signing Villa striker Jhon Duran, who has been a long-term transfer target. However, the Blues are progressing slowly with the finer details of that deal while also evaluating the market for other options.

Jhon Duran has a future impression and Chelsea is reportedly treating him.

Chelsea have entered the race to sign Jhon Durán from Aston Villa. Todd Boehly looks to bolster new manager Enzo Maresca’s options in attack.

Chelsea are interested in Villa striker Jhon Duran.

Chelsea have been linked with a move for Aston Villa striker Jhon Durán.

Chelsea and Aston Villa are discussing a potential swap deal involving Jhon Duran. However, it is not guaranteed that Jhon Duran will be the player included in the deal.

Chelsea are following Jhon Duran of Aston Villa.

Chelsea have agreed the £42m transfer of Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran, according to reports.

Chelsea are struggling to agree terms of a transfer for Duran with Villa.

Chelsea is interested in Jhon Duran.

Chelsea have held talks over a move for Atletico Madrid striker Samu Omorodion even though the club remain in negotiations with Aston Villa's Jhon Duran.

Chelsea is considering a move for Jhon Duran if they are unable to tempt Atletico into a deal for Omorodion. Aston Villa may only approve if they can sign Conor Gallagher or Ian Maatsen in exchange - with a move for both also on the table. Unai Emery, who is preparing to lead Villa into the Champions League, is reluctant to lose Duran and believes his potential is unlimited.

Aston Villa marksman Jhon Duran is also of interest to Chelsea.

An agreement has been reached between Chelsea and Aston Villa for the promising Colombian striker Jhon Durán. Chelsea aims to strengthen their squad significantly for the upcoming season.

Aston Villa's Jhon Duran is also of serious interest to Chelsea. Villa striker Duran remains a target after interest was reignited during contact from Villa over Gallagher's availability.

Chelsea have agreed to the £42m transfer of Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran, according to reports.

Jhon Duran, a Colombian forward from Aston Villa, is enthusiastic about the idea of wearing Chelsea's jersey next season. He dreams of moving to Stamford Bridge, but the London club's position is not yet clear. Chelsea is confident of reaching an agreement with Villa after Duran's 8 goals this season, but no deal has been reached yet. Villa would speed up the operation if a Chelsea player is included in the deal.

Chelsea have agreed the £42 million transfer of Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran, according to reports.

Chelsea have agreed the £42 million transfer of Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran, according to reports.

Chelsea have agreed the £42m transfer of Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran, according to reports.

Chelsea have turned their attention to Jhon Duran, with Aston Villa reportedly giving Enzo Maresca’s side permission to speak to the 20-year-old. However, Villa’s asking price of around €50m could prove to be a stumbling block, with Fabrizio Romano stating that a deal will only happen if players are included as makeweights in any transfer.

Chelsea have been given permission by Aston Villa to discuss personal terms with Duran but a fee has yet to be agreed. Chelsea is reluctant to meet the 20-year-old’s €50 million asking price.

Chelsea are considering buying Jhon Duran as a younger and more unpolished striker instead of Victor Osimhen.

Chelsea is interested in Jhon Duran, who scored 8 goals in 49 matches for Aston Villa. An agreement around 47 million euros is close, but Chelsea hesitates due to his salary demands and attitude problems.

Chelsea have been granted permission to discuss personal terms with Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran, with a £40m deal 'broadly agreed'.

Chelsea have been given permission to discuss personal terms with Aston Villa's Jhon Duran.

Chelsea are reportedly 'unsure' whether to sign Jhon Duran, despite receiving permission to discuss personal terms with the 20-year-old. Unai Emery’s side are willing to sell Duran on a permanent deal this summer and have set their asking price at a reported €47.4 million (£40m). Chelsea were heavily linked with a move during the January transfer window but were unable to agree a deal with Villa. They have now rekindled their interest.

Chelsea is interested in Jhon Duran, a Colombian striker who scored 8 goals last season between the Premier League and Conference League.

Chelsea have been given permission by Aston Villa to speak to Jhon Duran. Personal terms are being discussed, and Chelsea are conducting background checks on the player. The transfer fee is broadly agreed but there are hurdles to overcome.

Chelsea have received formal permission from Aston Villa to speak to Jhon Duran. Chelsea are interested in signing him as a centre-forward. Duran is keen on the move.

Chelsea want Aston Villa's Jhon Duran but the Midlands outfit are keen to receive players as part of a swap bid. Midfielder Conor Gallagher is not expected to be involved.

Chelsea have reportedly agreed a sensational £42million deal to sign Jhon Duran from Aston Villa. The 20-year-old is pushing for the Stamford Bridge switch and is already in contract talks.

Aston Villa want to double their money on Jhon Duran, with Chelsea in talks to sign the 20-year-old.

Chelsea will only be able to sign Jhon Duran from Aston Villa if a player is involved with the transfer. Duran is thought to be a top target of Chelsea’s to strengthen up front but the 20-year-old is believed to be valued at around the €50 million mark. Negotiations are ongoing and Duran wants Chelsea but players need to be included as part of the deal.

Chelsea have reportedly agreed to the £42m transfer of Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran.

Chelsea and Aston Villa are locked in talks over the futures of Jhon Duran and Conor Gallagher. Aston Villa, meanwhile, though they also have concerns about spending regulations, are keen to bolster their side ahead of their first-ever season in the Champions League since its rebranding in the early 1990s. As part of the talks, Chelsea enquired about the availability of striker Jhon Duran, with the west London club keen to add a high-potential, young centre-forward this summer. Negotiations have accelerated in recent days and while a straight swap deal is highly unlikely, it seems possible that the two players could trade places in the next few weeks. Aston Villa are demanding north of €40 million for Duran.

Chelsea has reached an agreement with Aston Villa for the transfer of Jhon Durán. The Colombian international is expected to arrive for a check of 50 million euros. He has scored 8 goals in 49 matches with Unai Emery's team. All that's missing is a contractual agreement between the 20-year-old player and the Blues who were already interested in his profile last January.

Chelsea will reignite their interest in Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran.

Chelsea could make a concrete move for January target Jhon Duran of Aston Villa.

Chelsea were interested in Duran in January and retain their admiration of the 20-year-old, who netted eight goals across 37 appearances, ten of which were starts, last season.

Jhon Duran, who was already on Chelsea's radar in January, could be used as a technical compensation in the negotiation for Callagher's transfer. In this case, it would be two separate operations, but Aston Villa can play the Duran card.

Jhon Duran, 20, joined Unai Emery’s side for an initial €16.6 million from Chicago Fire in January 2023 - a fee that could rise to €22m with add-ons - but he has been forced to play a back-up role to Ollie Watkins since his arrival. Chelsea emerged as shock candidates to sign Duran in the January transfer window, with Mauricio Pochettino’s side reportedly interested in pouncing amid his lack of game time at Villa Park. Although Chelsea failed to reach an agreement to sign Duran in January, many of the club’s supporters believe a summer move could be on the cards following his most recent activity on X (formerly known as Twitter).