The England U21 international emerged as a transfer target for Chelsea in August. According to The Athletic, the Blues were prepared to dish out £50 million plus £10 million in potential add-ons for the services of the player.

Speaking to Evening Standard, Gordon asserted that an offer of such magnitude is unsuitable for any player in the world. He said:

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Gordon, who has three years left on his current deal at Goodison Park, has established himself as a first-team name for the Toffees after his impressive 2021-22 campaign. He netted four goals and contributed three assists in 40 matches across all competitions last season.

He has opened the ongoing season for Everton on a positive note, scoring two goals in seven Premier League appearances so far.

Meanwhile, Chelsea are currently seventh in the 2022-23 Premier League table with 10 points from six matches. The club will next face Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Saturday (October 1).

Chelsea preparing offer for Jude Bellingham

According to CBS Sports journalist Ben Jacobs, Chelsea are prepared to structure a permanent deal for Borussia Dortmund midfielder Jude Bellingham. The promising starlet has also been linked with Real Madrid, Liverpool, Manchester City and Manchester United.

Bellingham, 19, has three years left on his contract at Signal Iduna Park. He has registered 13 goals and 18 assists in 100 appearances across all competitions for the Bundesliga outfit.

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