Agent speaks out on failed Xavi Simons Chelsea transfer as update emerges after summer 'bid'

Chelsea had a bid for Kenan Yildiz rejected earlier this summer (Image: Getty Images)

Chelsea suffered their first Premier League defeat of the season, losing 2-1 to Manchester United on Saturday afternoon.

The setbacks began early when Robert Sanchez was sent off for a tackle on Bryan Mbeumo in the fifth minute. Enzo Maresca responded with three substitutions in the first half but Chelsea still trailed 2-0 at half-time.

Shortly after the break, goalscorer Casemiro was also sent off after picking up a second yellow card. By that point, Maresca had very little attacking firepower left on the pitch.

However, Trevoh Chalobah did manage to score a consolation goal.

Their focus will now turn to the Carabao Cup , with a trip to Lincoln City on Tuesday.

Arsenal have reportedly been the latest team to make an enquiry with Kenan Yildiz's entourage over a future transfer, following a summer bid from Chelsea.

According to Bianconera News, 'all advances' from Arsenal have been rejected, with the player said to be focused on Juventus. As a result, the Italian giants are thought to already be working on extending his contract, which currently expires in 2029.

His salary is also reportedly set to increase, with €6million (£5m) per season rumoured, up from his current €1.5 million (£1.3m).

Xavi Simons' agent, Ali Barat, admitted he has no regret about the collapse of his client's proposed move to Chelsea. The Blues missed out on the winger to north London rivals Tottenham .

"Tottenham and Chelsea are both fantastic clubs with solid projects, and there was real interest from both sides," Barat told RMC Sport.

"Chelsea were always clear with us. They had certain constraints that made it difficult to move forward with discussions."

Barat added: "When talks with Tottenham started, it became clear that this would be a project that would be a perfect fit for Xavi. PSG weren’t in their current phase of developing young players, even if he did play a few matches. In football, there is no place for regrets. You always have to look ahead of you."