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Friday's Chelsea transfer roundup revolved around contract news in regards to a 20-year-old midfielder, an expected La Liga bid for a player that has now left the Blues and the confirmation of a Belgian's loan move. Today's edition contains Frank Lampard's desire to add a former teammate to his backroom staff, Premier League interest in a striker and eyes on a 19-year-old defender.

Potential Cole return

According to the Mirror, new Chelsea manager Lampard could add Ashley Cole to his backroom staff at Stamford Bridge. The 38-year-old is without a club following a short spell at Derby County.

Palace interest in Batshuayi

The Times is reporting that Crystal Palace are looking to re-sign Michy Batshuayi, who spent part of last season on loan at Selhurst Park. The 25-year-old former Marseille attacker scored six goals in 13 games for the Eagles during his time there.

James also on Eagles' radar

Palace are also targeting right-back Reece James according to the Sun. The England U20 international, who was carried off on a stretcher at the Toulon Tournament in June, was with Wigan Athletic for the duration of the last campaign.