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Antonio Conte targets signings at Chelsea as 'crazy' transfer market draws to a close

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After beating Burnley 3-0, Antonio Conte says he is still looking to add new players to the Chelsea squad, but described the current market as 'crazy'

Chelsea are working tirelessly to bring new signings in before the transfer window closes, manager Antonio Conte has revealed.

The Blues have already captured N'Golo Kante, Michy Batshuayi and Dinamo Zagreb goalkeeper Eduardo arrive at Stamford Bridge so far this summer.

But, speaking after Chelsea's assured 3-0 victory over Burnley, Conte confirmed the club were still in the market for players.

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"There isn't a specific number," the Italian told Sky Sports.

"The club and I are working very hard every day to find the right solution in transfer market because we all know that this transfer market is very crazy.

"I am very pleased to work with the players I have because the attitude and work-rate I see every day is fantastic.

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Burnley manager Sean Dyche admitted that the 3-0 defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge showcased the gulf in class between the two sides

"But we are working together to find the right solution to improve this squad."

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Chelsea coasted past newly-promoted Burnley with ease on Saturday thanks to goals from Eden Hazard, Willian and Victor Moses.

The result sees the Blues enter the international break with maximum points from their first three games.

Antonio Conte shouts from his technical area at Stamford Bridge
Image: Antonio Conte shouts from his technical area at Stamford Bridge

And Conte, who was pleased with to see his side keep a clean sheet, was wary the forthcoming intermission could hinder his side's progress but urged his team to continue improving.

"It was a good performance and a good game," he added. "I'm pleased to see the team play very well and create a lot of chances.

"After 13 games we haven't conceded a goal, the clean sheet is very important because that increases our confidence in what we are doing. Now we must continue.

Eden Hazard of Chelsea scores his sides first goal
Image: Eden Hazard of Chelsea scores his side's first goal

"It is a pity there is an international break because I would prefer to continue these games, but I am pleased for my players because I see their behaviour every day in training. I am happy."

Asked specifically if there was still room for improvement, Conte said: "Usually when we play a game - win, lose or draw - I like to show my players the good things and the bad things.

"I think we can improve a lot but we are improving. Today we decided to win the game. I repeat, I am pleased but we must continue about this way."

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