Transfer speculation continues to mount as Jude Bellingham has been linked in recent days with a move to Chelsea. The midfielder, currently playing for Real Madrid, could add a new dimension to the squad if the rumoured interest turns into an official approach before the end of the transfer window. Chelsea remain optimistic, but the deal is not without hurdles. Birmingham and Manchester City continue to monitor developments and could yet re-enter the race if negotiations stall or valuation gaps remain unresolved. Chelsea look balanced this season - 1.67 goals scored and 1.06 goals conceded per game. Jude Bellingham would be expected to bring control and consistency to help push them to another level. Real Madrid continue to be linked with Marcos Senesi, Bruno Fernandes and Nicholas Williams while Chelsea are also rumoured to be tracking Jeremy Jacquet, James John McAtee and Darryl Bakola. More on this story as it develops. Need more Chelsea transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Chelsea.