Chelsea have completed the signing of Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund in a move that could lead to the acceleration of Noni Madueke’s potential exit to Arsenal.

Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has told any discontented players at the club that they are free to leave. Stamford Bridge is abuzz with activity this summer as recent signings Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, Dario Essugo and Mamadou Sarr have been joined by Jamie Gittens, with Estevao Willian set to arrive before the season kicks off.

Arsenal have agreed personal terms with Noni Madueke as they consider making an approach to Chelsea for the winger. Madueke, 23, has given his green light to the move but there have been no club-to-club talks yet.

Japan defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is leaving Arsenal by mutual agreement after playing only six minutes last season due to a knee injury, the club said on Friday.

Takehiro Tomiyasu will leave Arsenal after four years at the club. Getty Arsenal have announced the termination of defender Takehiro Tomiyasu's contract at the club. The Japan international leaves the club after an injury-hit four years in north London,