Real Madrid and Barcelona to fight it out for the next 'Gerard Pique' and other transfer news and rumours of the day- 1st October, 2017

Premier League

Trouble at the home of the champions

Antonio Conte's Chelsea future in serious doubt

The Sunday Times has claimed that Antonio Conte will look to return to Italy as soon as next summer. His exit talks have been heightened after last night's loss to Manchester City. It is rumoured that the power struggle at the Stamford Bridge between the board and the manager has reached its peak since the summer. Conte is known to be a volatile character and is not expected to be a yes man to the Chelsea ownership. Inter Milan is expected to be his next destination.

Eden Hazard set for a bumper deal

Chelsea are set to offer Eden Hazard a huge new contract to fend off any interest from Real Madrid for their most valuable player. The Express reports that the new deal, if signed by Hazard, will see him become the highest earner in the Premier League. The Blues are set to table a £300,000 per week offer for the Belgian with Hazard currently earning £80,000 less.