Real Madrid agree deal for Manchester City star, Chelsea lead race to sign £70 million Bundesliga superstar and more Premier League transfer news: December 4, 2018

By Shambhu Ajith

Modified Dec 04, 2018 15:17 GMT

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Chelsea make official offer for Christian Pulisic

Pulisic is looking for a move away from Dortmund

Chelsea have been monitoring Christian Pulisic's situation for a while now. They have now finally launched a bid for the United States international, according to Evening Standard.

According to the report, Chelsea have held talks with Pulisic's camp and are keen on getting him aboard in January. Pulisic has 18 months left in his contract and is unlikely to extend it as he has fallen down the pecking order at Borussia Dortmund following the emergence of Jadon Sancho.

Dortmund want £70 million for their player but they also insist that Pulisic will not leave in January. With Eden Hazard's future hanging in the balance and the duo of Willian and Pedro walking into the twilight of their careers, the Blues are in desperate need of reinforcements on the flanks.

The report also claims that Borussia Dortmund are getting prepared for life without Pulisic as well with Eden Hazard's younger brother Thorgan Hazard being on top of their wishlist as the youngster's replacement.

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