Chelsea’s hunt for a centre-back during the recently closed January transfer window is reported to have included a failed approach for Nottingham Forest revelation Murillo.

A former Premier League defender has slammed Chelsea for not signing Victor Osimhen in the summer, listing the things they missed out on with the forward.

Chelsea reportedly attempted to snap up a "composed" Premier League defender during the January transfer window.

Chelsea can boost their top four hopes on Monday when they face West Ham United in the final Premier League match of the weekend. The Blues head into the game in sixth place in the Premier League, though they are just one point behind fourth-place Manchester City and boast a better goal differential than Pep Guardiola's side.

Chelsea open the month looking to turn around their fortunes in the Premier League when they host West Ham United at Stamford Bridge.

Follow live coverage as Chelsea face West Ham United today in the Premier League. Another top-flight season will be covered in full right here with The Independent, as reigning champions Manchester City look to make it an unprecedented five titles in a row come the end of 2024/25.