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Most of the news surrounding Chelsea this summer is in regards to the managerial position, which remains vacant following Maurizio Sarri's move to Juventus. Today's Blues transfer roundup includes an update on a potential new boss and interest in bringing a former player back as part of the club's backroom staff. Also, there is a report of rejected bids for a Brazilian star.

Chelsea must pay £4m for Lampard

Chelsea will need to pay £4m to Derby County to bring in Frank Lampard as the club's new manager according to the Sun. The club's record goalscorer is set for talks with Roman Abramovich on his yacht in St.Tropez this week, but the Rams will not let their boss go for free.

Makelele to return

The Evening Standard is reporting that Claude Makelele will soon return to Stamford Bridge. The former Real Madrid man, aged 46, is being lined up to work with the club's loan players having left his position as manager of Belgian side KAS Eupen last week.

Willian bids rejected

The Blues have rejected bids from both Barcelona and Atletico Madrid for Willian according to Sky Sports. Both clubs are reported to have offered £35m for the Brazilian international, but Chelsea are reluctant to sell this summer due to their two-window transfer ban.