Chelsea 'in talks' over Randal Kolo Muani transfer as Bayern Munich threaten Enzo Maresca plan

The transfer window is heating up - and Chelsea's Premier League rivals are already strengthening their ranks. Top-flight champions Liverpool have just shattered their club-record transfer fee with the arrival of Florian Wirtz, while the Blues continue their efforts in the Club World Cup.

Enzo Maresca's side have learned their Premier League schedule and their campaign gets underway against the FA Cup holders, Crystal Palace. But their efforts in the United States may come to an end if results go against them and they lose to Esperance.

Liam Delap is one of their high-profile arrivals at Stamford Bridge, this summer, joining for £30m on the eve of the tournament alongside Dario Essugo and Mamadou Sarr.

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The transfer window reopened last week and while Chelsea's focus has been on the events in the USA, that hasn't stopped rumours surrounding the activity in west London.

football.london takes a look at the latest speculation surrounding Chelsea;

Bayern Munich rival Chelsea for attacking hotshot

According to Fichajes, Bayern Munich have joined the race to sign Borussia Dortmund attacker Jamie Gittens.

The English prospect has captured the attention of Chelsea, who tried to test the Bundesliga club's resolve prior to the tournament. However, Dortmund stood firm leaving the Blues with limited options in wide areas.

Gittens' future at Signal Iduna Park looks uncertain with reports elsewhere suggesting that he has already, verbally, agreed a contract in west London.

However, the outlet has now claimed that Bayern are looking to the winger as an alternative after seemingly losing out on Nico Williams, who is reportedly on the verge of making the move to Barcelona.

football.london says: Bayern Munich are increasing their pursuit of attacking options - especially after losing out on Florian Wirtz to Liverpool. It comes as no surprise that they are looking to sign Gittens followings reports that Bayern are looking at Luis Diaz and Cody Gakpo. Chelsea have earmarked Gittens as an option and would not wish to pursue an option, only to miss out weeks later.

Randal Kolo Muani 'talks' emerge amid Chelsea call

In a report from L'Equipe, Chelsea are reportedly tracking Paris Saint-Germain striker Randal Kolo Muani.

It remains to be seen whether the France player has a future with the Champions League holders after spending time on loan at Juventus this season. The outlet has suggested that talks have been opened over the 26-year-old after a successful short-term period with the Serie A club.

Juve are reportedly keen on making the move permanent, but face competition from Chelsea - who would have undoubtedly been impressed by his showing in the Club World Cup after his brace helped the Italian club past Al-Ain.

There is no mention of a specific price-tag, but reports have emerged in light of doubts that have been cast over Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson.

football.london says: Cashing in on Nicolas Jackson might be a good idea if doubts have already crept in. Kolo Muani is coming into form on the back of a torrid spell with the Parisians and signing a player of his calibre while they're enjoying a purple patch, may be a stroke of genius. The only pitfall for Chelsea would be the financial demands they may be burdened with, especially with the stock rising in the former Eintracht Frankfurt forward, as well as this Jackson's poor run of form may not make him so desirable.