Former Chelsea, Southampton, and England defender Ryan Bertrand has announced his retirement from football, after 18 years in the game.
Defending Premier League champions Manchester City will kick off their 2024/25 campaign with an away game at Chelsea.
Chelsea have bolstered their defensive ranks with the acquisition of Fulham's Tosin Adarabioyo on a four-year deal.
Chelsea midfielder Connor Gallagher seems poised for a summer transfer, as he has just a year left on his deal and the Blues are eager to raise funds with Atletico Madrid reportedly setting their sights set on the 24-year-old.
Former Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino has said he left the club in a stronger position than he found it after his exit from Stamford Bridge.
Enzo Maresca has signed a five-year contract to take over the head coach role at Chelsea, following Mauricio Pochettino's exit.