Transfer window: Everton rule out selling Stones to Chelsea
Roberto Martinez says wantaway defender John Stones will be staying at Everton and not heading to Premier League champions Chelsea.
Roberto Martinez says wantaway defender John Stones will be staying at Everton and not heading to Premier League champions Chelsea.
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo has revealed his club is in talks with Chelsea regarding left-back Filipe Luis' possible return to the Vicente Calderon stadium this summer.
The Brazil international joined Chelsea in a £15.8million transfer last summer after four seasons at Atletico and is under contract with the Blues outfit for another two seasons.
"There are negotiations in place but I don't know how fruitful they will be," Cerezo said to the Spanish media. "Filipe Luis is a magnificent player.
"We would be delighted if he comes back and I think that in the end, we will find a solution.
"As always, the financial aspect takes precedence over the sentimental aspect but I believe a deal can be reached."
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