Chelsea not pursuing Nwaneri and Bergvall transfers despite summer rumors

Chelsea have decided against signing Arsenal forward Ethan Nwaneri and Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall this summer, ending weeks of transfer speculation surrounding both players. New head coach Xabi Alonso will officially take charge on July 1 as the club prepares for the upcoming season. Despite being linked with multiple targets since the transfer window opened, Chelsea has yet to complete any signings. Nwaneri spent the second half of last season on loan at Marseille, while Bergvall made 33 appearances for Spurs including 23 Premier League starts. The Swedish midfielder reportedly wants to leave Tottenham but won't be moving to Stamford Bridge. For Nigerian football fans, Nwaneri's limited playing time at Arsenal and potential moves have been tracked closely since his senior England call-up. Both players remain linked with European clubs despite Chelsea's withdrawal from negotiations.

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