Liam Delap's untimely hamstring injury impacted not only Chelsea but sent out a ripple effect across the transfer market in Europe.
Bayern Munich felt the brunt of the disruption as Chelsea withdrew permission for their striker Nicolas Jackson to undergo a medical on Saturday afternoon. Chelsea also simultaneously made contact with both Sporting Lisbon and striker Conrad Harder's entourage after the 2-0 win over Fulham.
It was here that the games began between the two clubs as Chelsea asked Bayern to make a permanent offer to help fund a move for Harder.