Why sell Dewsbury-Hall?

The sale of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall is particularly important as Uefa's recent punishment for financial control violations suggests Chelsea must sell players from their last Conference League squad to ensure a "positive transfer balance" this summer.

If not, they can't register new signings like Joao Pedro, Jamie Gittens and Liam Delap for the Champions League by September.

Chelsea are also still looking to strengthen their midfield options for next season, with talks ongoing for RB Leipzig's Netherlands international Xavi Simons.