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Chelsea transfer round-up: Gary Lineker's Harry Kane claim, Romelu Lukaku's exit decision

Chelsea officials are making plans for the summer transfer window after becoming European champions, and are set to continue splashing the cash in order to continue building a strong team for Thomas Tuchel.

The Blues are eager to sign a new centre-forward, with the club eager to improve Tuchel's options up top.

Frank Lampard signed Kai Havertz, Timo Werner and Hakim Ziyech last summer, but the club is still without a number nine.

Chelsea are also set to continue offloading players, with a number of fringe assets likely to be sold.

Here are today's latest Chelsea transfer rumours, including updates on Romelu Lukaku and Harry Kane...

Lukaku commits himself to Inter

Romelu Lukaku had been of Chelsea's top targets this summer (SIPA USA/PA Images)

Romelu Lukaku has decided to stay at Inter Milan next season, putting an end to growing speculation he would depart this summer.

The Belgian striker fired Inter to the Serie A title but was tipped to follow Antonio Conte out of the San Siro amid a time of great upheaval for the financially-stricken Nerazzurri, with Chelsea heavily linked with the former Manchester United striker.

But he has committed himself to the club and said late on Wednesday: "I am staying. I feel good at Inter."

Lukaku also confirmed he has been in touch with incoming Inter boss Simone Inzaghi as he spoke to Belgian outlet VTM.

"I've already had contact with the man who becomes our new manager," he added. "Maybe I shouldn't say that yet. It was a very positive conversation. There's also the challenge of doing it again (winning the league)."

Ross Barkley update

Ross Barkley could be on the move from Chelsea this summer (GETTY)

Ross Barkley is set to be one of the players on the move from Stamford Bridge this summer.

The midfielder spent the year on loan at Aston Villa, but is unlikely to be signed permanently.

As a result, he's back on the market, with West Ham reportedly interested in making a move of their own.

Whether the Hammers step up their interest depends on the future of Declan Rice, who has strongly been linked with a summer exit.

Lineker's Kane claim

Kane seems to be an ambitious target for Chelsea, considering the rivalry they have with Tottenham.

And Gary Lineker believes it's unlikely that he'll sign for the west London side.

He said: "I think it is more likely that one of the Manchester clubs can afford him outside of Chelsea. I don’t think he would go to Chelsea and do that to the Tottenham fans but who knows?"

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