Chelsea have extended new contract offers to Andreas Christensen and Antonio Rudiger.
The Blues are still hoping to sign Sevilla defender Jules Kounde before the transfer window closes on August 31.
But they also want to secure the futures of centre-back duo Christensen and Rudiger, who have both entered the final year of their contracts.
According to The Telegraph, Chelsea have put forward new deals for both players.
After being frozen out by Frank Lampard, Rudiger has once again become a defensive lynchpin for Chelsea under Thomas Tuchel.
Christensen has also played an important role, making 27 appearances across all competitions last season.
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