Kurt Zouma plays 45 minutes for Chelsea U23s on return from injury

The 21-year-old had been sidelined since suffering a cruciate knee ligament injury back in February, forcing him to miss Euro 2016 and the start of the new Premier League season. The Frenchman played the first half against Derby County at Aldershot's Recreation Ground but it was not a straight forward evening for the defender as he gave away a penalty in the 35th minute of the 2-2 draw.

PSG ask Chelsea for £38m for David Luiz

Paris Saint-Germain have told Chelsea that their initial offer for David Luiz is not enough and are demanding £38 million for him. The Blues' bid of £32m fell short of the French champions' valuation of him and PSG won't sanction the sale until they find a replacement. The Brazil international wants a return to Stamford Bridge, but the money on offer from the Blues is below the French champions' valuation. However, Les Parisiens have been looking into options from their shortlist since Tuesday night, but are yet to put in any formal offers on replacements with the transfer window due to close at 23:00 BST on Wednesday.

I'm definitely not leaving Chelsea, Mikel Obi insists

Chelsea midfielder John Mikel Obi says he will 'definitely stay' at Stamford Bridge for the 2016-17 season. The 29-year-old midfielder has been linked with a move from the Blues this summer, but he insists he will not be leaving Stamford Bridge amidst transfer speculations. following the arrival of new manager Antonio Conte, pledged his future to the London outfit despite the fact his contract at the club will run out in 2017. "I am definitely staying at Chelsea and I will try to give my best to the club, like I have always done," Mikel told Evening Standard. "I want to help the team fight for every point, win and trophies. I also want to help the team qualify for the CL again. "For 10 years I have been going to the same training ground and locker room. It is an amazing club, with an amazing owner. "I have a year left and then we will see what happens. If I play well this season, it will help me earn a new contract. "I will give 120 per cent every time I’m on the pitch or come off the bench. I will always give my best.

Debate: Is it the right time for John Obi Mikel to leave Chelsea?

Nigeria's John Obi Mikel has been heavily linked with a move away from Chelsea this summer. The Nigeria midfielder has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge; should he cut his losses and try his chances away from West London, or remain with Jose Mourinho? The 28-year-old has been linked with a move to Turkish champions Fenerbahce, but United Arab Emirates heavyweights Al Ain appear favourites for the player's signature. Ghana striker Asamoah Gyan, who currently features for the reigning UAE Pro-League champions, has expressed his conviction that the Nigerian will definitely be heading to Abu Dhabi this summer. Following an indifferent season, in which the midfielder claimed his second Premier League title, but only made six starts in the top flight, the Super Eagle may have come to the end of the road at Stamford Bridge.