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TRANSFER GOSSIP: Chelsea push back Romelu Lukaku return date, Declan Rice to Arsenal delay revealed, Tottenham close in on defender

The 2023-24 campaign is quickly approaching, with pre-season underway and managers across Europe scrambling to get their squads in shape.

The future of Chelsea forward Romelu Lukaku remains at the forefront of the transfer news, while Arsenal still haven't officially confirmed the signing of Declan Rice.

Scroll below as Mail Sport provides all the latest news and gossip on Tuesday.

Romelu Lukaku's future is unclear amid reports Chelsea have pushed back his return date

Chelsea have pushed back Romelu Lukaku's return to training as they look to secure the permanent switch to Inter Milan he is seeking. The Blues had originally given the Belgian striker July 12 as a return date for him to join up with new boss Mauricio Pochettino.