Chelsea bidders set FINAL offer date, Reece James’ new role, Declan Rice UPDATE, Werner exit talks – takeover updates

CHELSEA’S ownership battle is set to take a swift conclusion according to reports.

The Raine Group have stated that final offers will need to be submitted by April 11 in order for the US merchant bank to present their preferred suitor by April 18.

Meanwhile, Thomas Tuchel’s plans on converting Reece James into a Dani Alves type defender is proving successful.

The full-back has contributed to 13 goals in 26 appearances despite struggling with injuries for large parts of the season.

Elsewhere, former West Ham striker Carlton Cole has urged England international Declan Rice to snub a potential move to Chelsea in the summer.

And Timo Werner’s exit plans are brewing up with reports suggesting that the Blues will not stand in his way come the transfer window.

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