Wednesday's Chelsea transfer talk news roundup: Olivier Giroud exit latest

The transfer window may be closed, but rumours and speculation continue to swirl as Chelsea eye possible reinforcements.

The Blues are currently under a transfer embargo, which has forced them to turn to youngsters who have impressed during the first half of the season, but they are hopeful of overturning the ban in time to sign players in January.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings from Stamford Bridge.

Wednesday morning's headlines:

Frank Lampard expecting decision on Chelsea transfer ban "very soon"
The Blues' appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport was heard last month over their two-window transfer suspension imposed by FIFA. Read more.

Chelsea offer Olivier Giroud to AC Milan in January?
Chelsea reportedly offer AC Milan the chance to complete a deal for Olivier Giroud over the January transfer window. Read more.

Chelsea 'ready for Olivier Giroud exit'
Chelsea are reportedly prepared for Olivier Giroud to leave the club in the January transfer window, leaving them with just Tammy Abraham and Michy Batshuayi up front. Read more.