Chelsea Football Club finds itself navigating a period of significant activity, both on the field and in the transfer market, marked by a blend of high-stakes competition and ongoing personnel changes. A recent Club World Cup match against Benfica, described by manager Enzo Maresca as a "joke" due to a two-hour suspension for severe weather conditions and a penalty deep into stoppage time that forced extra time, ultimately saw Chelsea emerge victorious after a flurry of late goals.

Amidst the on-field drama, confusing updates have emerged regarding the potential signing of Jamie Gittens. Initial reports indicated that Gittens was set to be announced as a new Chelsea player soon, joining Joao Pedro (expected from Brighton) and Liam Delap. However, Sebastian Kehl, sporting director at Borussia Dortmund, stated that Gittens' move to Chelsea is not yet finalized, despite the player being released for discussions and undergoing medical tests with Chelsea. Compounding the ambiguity, Dortmund manager director Lars Ricken confirmed that Gittens had rejoined the Dortmund camp and would not be in action for the immediate future to mitigate injury risks. Sport1, a German media outlet, corroborated that while the attacker's move to Chelsea is "imminent," it is "not a done deal yet," with final details still being sorted. Ricken further elaborated, emphasizing that "Nothing’s set in stone yet, and if anything, it will take a while," deferring any official announcement until a strong probability of the transfer materializes.

Concurrently, Chelsea defender Levi Colwill has offered a stark assessment of the club's ethos and his personal performance. The 22-year-old, already considered a leader by Enzo Maresca and his teammates, asserted that Chelsea should be a club for "winners only," reinforcing the club's long-standing culture of victory. Despite being a regular starter, including nearly all of Chelsea's Club World Cup matches, Colwill expressed significant dissatisfaction with his own displays during the 2024-25 season. He openly admitted that he is "nowhere near where I would like to be in the future," citing numerous areas for improvement, particularly in one-on-one defending and on-ball performance, where he acknowledged moments of laziness. Colwill revealed that he has even struggled during England duty and has sought self-improvement through reading "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, following advice from a staff member.

Looking ahead, Colwill is focused on the upcoming season, recognizing it as "a huge season" for him personally and for the club. With Chelsea's return to the Champions League and ambitions to push higher in the Premier League, he aims to elevate his game. His ultimate goal includes securing a place in England's World Cup squad next summer, building on his single appearance under Thomas Tuchel. Both the unresolved transfer saga surrounding Jamie Gittens and Levi Colwill's introspective commitment to excellence highlight Chelsea's ongoing evolution as they strive to meet the high expectations synonymous with a club built for winners.