Chelsea still in the dark over summer transfer plans as appeal process drags on

The Stamford Bridge club were handed a two-window transfer ban by FIFA in March after being judged to have breached rules over the signing of foreign minors. Chelsea’s plans for this summer’s transfer window have had to be put on hold while they await a decision. The club hope that they will at least have their ban delayed, as Barcelona did in the past, or reduced, as Real Madrid previously managed after going to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). However, the Evening Standard has reported that a source has said proceedings are “still ongoing” and a decision “isn’t imminent yet”, despite reports that a decision could be made this week. The Blues look set to lose star player Eden Hazard to Real Madrid at the end of the season, although Christian Pulisic will arrive from Borussia Dortmund after a deal was agreed in January. Maurizio Sarri’s side remain in the dark over whether they will be able to strengthen their squad in the summer, with the club currently fourth in the Premier League with two games remaining. Read more… Quiz! Can you name the PFA Premier League Teams of the Year from the last decade? Virgil van Dijk exclusive: “I’m not going to lie, I was pretty scared – I could have died” Topics Chelsea, Transfer news, Premier League Chelsea preparing bid after Brazilian youngster impresses Blues scout – report Kenedy joins Watford on loan from Chelsea Solanke completes Liverpool switch Chelsea defender Miazga rejoins Vitesse on loan Here’s how much Manchester United have paid Alexis Sanchez per start What is at stake in the Football League in the final week? “If it was up to me, he’d be gone” – Former Arsenal striker explains why club need to sell Mesut Ozil Vivianne Miedema targets Champions League glory with Gunners The major talking points ahead of Tottenham’s Champions League tie with Ajax Liverpool in pole position to sign winger ahead of Chelsea Tottenham star could be on his way to Manchester United this summer Paul Pogba has decided where he wants to play his football next season – report 5 things Manchester United must do to move forward as a club Virgil van Dijk exclusive: “I’m not going to lie, I was pretty scared – I could have died”
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