It is all change at Chelsea this summer with manager Maurizio Sarri and star player Eden Hazard having left Stamford Bridge, despite a third-placed Premier League finish and Europa League glory last season.
A FIFA-imposed transfer ban has made recruitment even more difficult for new boss Frank Lampard, but that has not stopped the Blues from being linked with players and here Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings for the West Londoners.
Friday morning's headlines:
David Luiz: 'I needed new challenge at Arsenal'
David Luiz insists that his shock deadline day move to Arsenal from Chelsea was based on a desire to seek a new challenge. Read more.
Transfer deadline day: David Luiz, Romelu Lukaku, Alex Iwobi top the billing
Inter splashed out £74million to sign the wantaway Belgium forward from United. Read more.
Arsenal focus on defensive reinforcements on deadline day
The duo have joined from Chelsea and Celtic respectively. Read more.
Arsenal confirm signing of Chelsea defender David Luiz
Arsenal confirm that they agreed to sign Chelsea defender David Luiz, who has allegedly cost in the region of £8m. Read more.
Danny Drinkwater joins Burnley on short-term loan from Chelsea
The England international has joined the Clarets until January 6. Read more.
Arsenal 'on verge of David Luiz announcement'
Arsenal secure the signing of experienced centre-back David Luiz from Chelsea, according to a report. Read more.
Dyche admits Burnley working on loan deal for Danny Drinkwater
The midfielder has not played a first-team game since last season's Community Shield. Read more.
Wolverhampton Wanderers hoping to sign Reading forward Danny Loader?
Wolverhampton Wanderers are reportedly attempting to sign Reading forward Danny Loader before the close of play on Thursday. Read more.
Chelsea defender David Luiz to sign two-year deal at Arsenal?
David Luiz will reportedly pen a two-year contract at Arsenal, providing that he completes a transfer from Chelsea on deadline day. Read more.