Chelsea speeds up the signing of Pep Chavarría at the request of Xabi Alonso

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The Chelsea has advanced in negotiations with Rayo Vallecano to sign Pep Chavarría, a 28-year-old left-back. Xabi Alonso has requested his addition during this transfer window, and the player would already have his personal conditions sorted with the London club.

Discussions between both clubs are ongoing after the Madrid team turned down an initial offer of 9 million euros plus add-ons. Chelsea has subsequently increased their offer to 15 million, although Rayo refers to a 50 million euro release clause, as reported by Fabrizio Romano.

🚨🔵 EXCL: Chelsea improve their bid for Pep Chavarría as negotiations with Rayo Vallecano are moving forward.

New proposal for the Spanish left back wanted by Xabi Alonso. 🇪🇸 pic.twitter.com/D1gLY3yzOW

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 1, 2026

Chelsea negotiates for a left-back with a contract until 2030

Pep Chavarría extended his contract with Rayo Vallecano until June 30, 2030, back in June 2025. This contract duration allows Vallecas to negotiate without the pressure of a potential free departure in the short term.

The left-back played 2,681 minutes in LaLiga during the 2025-2026 season, scoring one goal and two assists. Across all competitions, he participated in 44 matches, providing three assists, showing why there is interest from outside Spain.

His market value currently stands at 10 million euros, lower than Rayo's demands. Chelsea will need to come to an agreement with the Madrid club to ensure that the financial gap doesn't hinder a crucial transfer for their coach.

Chavarría arrived in Vallecas in August 2022 and has made 106 appearances in the top five leagues, all of them with Rayo. During this time, he scored two goals and provided six assists, contributing to 20 clean sheets.

Pep Chavarría fits in Xabi Alonso's system

Xabi Alonso's request is related to the system he aims to implement in London. The coach works with a formation of three center-backs and two wing-backs, a setup where Chavarría could occupy the entire left flank, balancing defensive duties with attacking contributions.

The coach has decision-making authority in the Chelsea transfers and aims to stabilize a squad that has undergone several changes during the summer. The departure of Marc Cucurella has created a specific need on the left side, heightening the urgency to secure another player for that position.

Chavarría, on his part, seems willing to make the leap to the Premier League if both clubs reach an agreement. The player's contractual terms are supposedly settled, with the main obstacle lying in the final transfer fee.

The next step will be a new negotiation between Chelsea and Rayo Vallecano. The disparity between the 15 million offer and the 50 million euro clause necessitates finding a middle ground, possibly through add-ons, before the English season officially kicks off.

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