Chelsea's €15‑€25m bid for Rayo Vallecano left‑back Pep Chavarria stalls over price

Chelsea have agreed personal terms with Spanish left‑back Pep Chavarria and are preparing an improved offer that could rise to €25 million, including bonuses. Rayo Vallecano, however, value the defender at €25 million and have rejected Chelsea’s initial €15 million proposal. The Premier League club has warned it may walk away from negotiations if the Spanish side does not lower its asking price, leaving the transfer at a critical juncture.

Chelsea are seeking to replace outgoing left‑back Marc Cucurella and have already sold several players for a total of over £110 million this window. The outcome of the Chavarria talks will determine whether the Blues secure a new left‑back before the next season begins.