Chelsea prepare £50m offer for Crystal Palace star as Cesc Fabregas lines up move for Blues defender at Como... while role Xabi Alonso played in convincing Marco Palestra to join club over Inter Milan is revealed: WINDOW WATCH

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It's that time of the year again - the transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period with clubs looking to make big signings ahead of next season.