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Chelsea 'close to re-signing Nathan Ake after agreeing personal terms with the Manchester City defender' as Bayern Munich overtake the Blues in pursuit of primary target Matthijs de Ligt

Nathan Ake could make a sensational return to Chelsea this summer as the Premier League giants are believed to have agreed personal terms with the defender over a potential move from Manchester City.

The Blues have stepped up their pursuit of Ake amid fears Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt could choose Bayern Munich over a move to Stamford Bridge.

While Chelsea have all but agreed terms with Ake personally, they are yet to negotiate a fee with City, according to The Telegraph.

Chelsea are 'in advanced talks' with Manchester City over a deal to re-sign Nathan Ake

Thomas Tuchel is eager to add defensive reinforcements to his squad for the 2022-2023 campaign after Andreas Christensen and Antonio Rudiger left this summer.