Tottenham eye Gallagher deal as Chelsea battle for Johnson transfer

Chelsea transfer news: Catch all the latest Chelsea transfer news, including updates on Conor Gallagher, Brennan Johnson and Callum Hudson-Odoi
Here is your Chelsea transfer roundup on Tuesday, August 22.
Conor Gallagher to Tottenham transfer
Tottenham have held internal talks over a potential move for Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher this summer, reports CaughtOffside. The England international has received a whole host of interest over the summer, including links with a switch to West Ham and Crystal Palace.
The Blues have been claimed to be open to a move for Gallagher this summer, but at a substantial fee if he were to make an exit in the coming weeks.
Brennan Johnson battle
Chelsea are continuing to push for Nottingham Forest star Brennan Johnson this summer, with the Daily Mail claiming that the Blues are preparing an offer that will include a loan deal for Andrey Santos. Forest are believed to value the Wales international at £50million, something that the Stamford Bridge outfit are looking to reduce.
However, they face a battle to land the youngster against rivals Tottenham, who are believed to be the preferred destination for Johnson.
Callum Hudson-Odoi exit
A host of clubs are in the race to sign Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi this summer, with the youngster looking to make a move away. According to the Evening Standard, the likes of Fulham, Everton and Nottingham Forest are all showing interest landing the Cobham academy graduate.
Hudson-Odoi spent last season out on loan with Bayer Leverkusen, but doesn’t appear to be in the plans of the squad long-term, having been absent from the opening two games.
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