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      Cesar Azpilicueta in shock transfer U-turn as he signs new TWO-YEAR Chelsea contract after snubbing Barcelona

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      CHELSEA captain Cesar Azpilicueta has performed a shock transfer U-turn by snubbing Barcelona and signing a new two-year deal. The Spaniard was entering the final year on his current deal which was only extended at the end of last season.
      Cesar Azpilicueta has signed a new two-year Chelsea dealCredit: Rex
      And Azpilicueta has spent the transfer window linked with a move back to Spain with Barcelona.
      And although it was previously claimed the defender favoured a move away, according to The Athletic, he has committed his future to Chelsea.
      Azpilicueta’s commitment eases the Blues’ need to recruit further defensive reinforcements.
      Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen already left for free in the summer, following their contract both expiring.
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      Only Kalidou Koulibaly from Napoli has been brought in as a replacement after the club missed out on Jules Kounde.
      The Frenchman instead joined Barca, creating tension between Chelsea and Nou Camp chiefs.
      And is was already suggested new Blues boss Todd Boehly was ready to deny Azpilicueta a move to LaLiga.
      Chelsea remain linked with Brighton left-back Marc Cucurella, Inter Milan wingback Denzel Dumfries and Leicester centre-back Wesley Fofana.
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      Azpilicueta has been at the club for a decade now, and has made 472 appearances in all competitions for them.
      His contract at the club was due to expire in this summer, but an extension clause in his deal was triggered when he hit 35 games last season.
      Azpilicueta has always appealed to Tuchel due to his ability to play in a back three or at wingback, suiting the German’s structure.
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      Barcelona boss Xavi dashes Chelsea’s hopes of sensational transfer for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

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      BARCELONA manager Xavi has reportedly shut down talk of Chelsea target Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang leaving this summer.The former Arsenal captain, 33, has been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge just eight months after arriving at the Nou Camp.
      The former Arsenal man has been linked with a move to Stamford BridgeCredit: Reuters
      Xavi is thought to have ruled out Aubameyang’s departure this summerCredit: Reuters
      It comes as Thomas Tuchel searches for a replacement for Romelu Lukaku – who returned to Inter Milan on loan after a difficult 12 months with the Blues.
      However, Xavi now appears to have poured cold water on an Aubameyang-Chelsea link-up.
      According to Sport, the club have no intention of selling him in the current window.
      Despite the arrival of Robert Lewandowski, Xavi believes the pair can co-exist within the squad and even link-up together in certain matches.
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      The report also states that Aubameyang does not want to leave as he fought hard to secure the move to Barcelona and wishes to fight for his place.
      Aubameyang netted 13 goals in the second half of last season, making him the club’s joint top scorer despite not being with them for the first half of the campaign.
      And he will have more firepower alongside him this season in the form of Lewandowski and Raphinha.
      But one man who looks set to be shown the exit door is Dutch forward Memphis Depay.
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      The former Lyon star seems to be surplus to requirements and has been linked with Juventus and Tottenham.
      Meanwhile, Chelsea are continuing to search for another attacker to add to the signing of Raheem Sterling.
      The Premier League side are rumoured to be interested in RB Salzburg man Benjamin Sesko.
      However, he will reportedly set them back around £55million, with Man Utd and Newcastle also in the race. More

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      Chelsea owner Todd Boehly BLOCKS Cesar Azpilicueta’s transfer to Barcelona and wants Spaniard to remain as captain

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      TODD BOEHLY has reportedly asked Cesar Azpilicueta to remain at Chelsea as captain after BLOCKING a transfer to Barcelona.Azpilicueta has been linked with a move to Barcelona for some time now.
      Cesar Azpilicueta wants to leave Chelsea after a decade with the clubCredit: Getty
      Azpilicueta has won the full set at Stamford BridgeCredit: Getty
      Todd Boehly has told the defender he doesn’t want to sell himCredit: PA
      But with a lack of defensive reinforcements this summer Boehly has prevented Azpilicueta from leaving Stamford Bridge.
      Instead, he wants the veteran to stay at Chelsea as he does not want to lose “his experience and leadership.”
      According to The Times however, Azpilicueta remains optimistic a deal can be struck between the two clubs.
      It is understood the Spaniard has his heart set on a move to the Nou Camp.
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      The versatile defender has completed a clean sweep of trophies at Chelsea, following on from The Blues’ victory in the Club World Cup earlier this year.
      Azpilicueta has been at the club for a decade now, and has made 472 appearances in all competitions for them.
      The 32-year-old’s contract at the club was due to expire in this summer, but an extension clause in his deal was triggered when he hit 35 games last season.
      This gave Chelsea some much-needed breathing room around potential player losses at the start of the summer due to the club’s operations being limited as part of sanctions levelled at ex-owner Roman Abramovich.
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      New owner Boehly has already brought in Raheem Sterling, Kalidou Koulibaly, and Carney Chukwuemeka as well as a host of youngsters.
      But a number of high-profile targets have slipped through their grasp, most notably Jules Kounde and Raphinha who were ironically snapped up by Barcelona.
      The Blaugrana also signed Andreas Christensen on a free transfer after he left Chelsea when his contract expired at the end of last season.
      Chelsea have identified Wesley Fofana and Marc Cucurella as targets.
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      However, the club’s £63m offer for Frenchman Fofana was rejected by Leicester.
      Meanwhile, despite reports stating an agreement worth over £50m had been reached for Cucurella, Brighton issued a statement shortly after denying the claims. More

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      Barcelona ‘planning to make £67m transfer offer for Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold to complete their squad’

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      BARCELONA are plotting a move for Liverpool star Trent Alexander-Arnold, according to reports.The right-back, 23, is under contract at Liverpool until 2025.
      Barcelona are planning to sign Trent Alexander-Arnold next summerCredit: Getty
      But that has not deterred Barcelona’s interest with the Spanish giants planning a transfer for the defender next summer, report Futbol Total.
      Barcelona are reportedly set to bid £67million for the England star who has a market value of £94m according to Statista.
      Many fans believe that is a laughable figure with some arguing Liverpool would not sell at any price.
      One football fan wrote on Twitter: “Never gonna happen in a million years.”
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      Another added: “67M for Trent? 🤣I’m sure Liverpool would stop picking [up] their call and block the number, Brokelona stop selling part of your club.”
      And a third sarcastically said: “Yeah because that’s going to go well for them ain’t it, definitely see Liverpool accepting this one!”
      Another tweeted: “Why would he downgrade from his childhood club?”
      Barcelona have big plans despite their precarious financial situation which has left them unable to register new signings.
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      The Blaugrana snapped up Franck Kessie and Andreas Christensen this summer but both are still awaiting registration.
      Barcelona also splashed the cash to sign Robert Lewandowski, Jules Kounde and Raphinha but need to sell before they can be registered.

      The club accepted a £72m bid for Frenkie de Jong from Manchester United but the midfielder is stalling over a move amid interest from Chelsea.
      The Blues also want to sign Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang with the striker’s Nou Camp future in doubt. More

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      Chelsea ‘considering shock Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang transfer after ex-Arsenal man slips down Barcelona pecking order’

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      CHELSEA are reportedly considering a shock approach for Barcelona’s Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. New Blues owner Todd Boehly started the window by signing forward Raheem Sterling from Manchester City.
      Chelsea are reportedly considering a shock approach for Pierre-Emerick AubameyangCredit: Getty
      But it appears Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel is still keen on bringing another striker to the club, after Romelu Lukaku returned to Inter Milan on loan.
      The Premier League side missed out on Robert Lewandowski, who left Bayern Munich for Barcelona.
      But as a result, it has left Aubameyang’s future in doubt at the Nou Camp.
      According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea are considering the former Arsenal captain as a target for the club.
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      No bid is said to have been made but the Gabon international has emerged as a shock option.
      Aubameyang was once linked with a move to Stamford Bridge when Frank Lampard was in charge.
      But he remained at Arsenal, only to leave for FREE last January after a falling out with manager Mikel Arteta.
      Aubameyang has scored 13 goals in 23 games but Barca have also brought in winger Raphinha from Leeds already this season.
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      Frenkie de Jong, who is faced with cutting his wages at Barca, is also rumoured to be a player Tuchel likes.
      The Dutchman has so far shown no interest in joining Manchester United but is understood to welcome a move to Chelsea.
      A loan move, which would help take his £470,000-a-week wages off Barca’s hands, has been mooted.
      Frenkie de Jong is linked with a move to ChelseaCredit: GETTY More

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      Man Utd ‘make contact over Sergino Dest transfer signing’ with Barcelona full-back targeted to replace Alex Telles

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been in contact with Barcelona over the possibility of signing Sergino Dest, according to reports.The 21-year-old full-back has been eyed as a replacement for Alex Telles, who has been linked with a move to Sevilla.
      Sergino Dest is reportedly wanted by Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Alex Telles is set to leave the clubCredit: Getty
      Bringing Dest to Old Trafford could cost the club a minimum of £17million, claim Sport.
      The American international is predominately a right-back but can also cover on the left flank.
      Prior to his move to Barcelona he was at Ajax and worked with Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag.
      Under the Dutchman’s guidance Dest produced his best attacking season chipping in with two goals and six assists in all competitions in the 2019/20 campaign.
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      His good form took him to Barca the following season and he has since made 72 appearances for the club.
      But with the Catalan giants’ boss Xavi looking to re-build the side this summer he could reportedly choose to cash in on Dest even though his contract runs until 2025.
      The team is currently undergoing a defensive overhaul with Barca having already signed Jules Kounde and Andreas Christensen.
      They also want a left-back and have been linked with Marcos Alonso of Chelsea.
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      Dest is not the first player with Ajax links to be rumoured with a move to Man Utd.
      The club are still hopeful of completing a deal to sign Dest’s Barcelona team-mate Frenkie de Jong even though Chelsea have entered the race for him.
      United are also keen on Antony but are reportedly prepared to pull out of a deal unless two demands are met.
      Ten Hag’s first competitive game in charge of the club will be on Sunday in their Premier League season opener versus Brighton. More

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      Bournemouth preparing transfer bid for Barcelona keeper Neto as boss Scott Parker wants to add experience at the back

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      BOURNEMOUTH are preparing a move for back-up Barcelona keeper Neto with Scott Parker keen to add experience at the back, according to reports. The newly-promoted side have made impact on the transfer window so far despite a gruelling Premier League season ahead.
      If the move goes through, Neto could be switching the sights of Barcelona for Bournemouth beachCredit: Alamy
      But they could be about to change that with a move for Barcelona’s No2 goalkeeper.
      Neto plays second fiddle to Marc-Andre ter Stegen at the Nou Camp and the Mail report he is attracting the interest of the Cherries.
      The report says that Parker wants to add some experience between the sticks ahead of what will likely be a challenging year for the club in the top-flight.
      Bournemouth’s current No1 Mark Travers is only 23-years-old but played all but one Championship game last season.
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      The club also conceded the fewest goals in the league last term.
      Meanwhile his back-up Will Dennis, 22, has only made one appearance for the club.
      In contrast Neto’s senior career began in 2009 and along with Barcelona, he has also played for the likes of Juventus and Valencia.
      The Brazillian’s arrival is expected to bring some more know-how to the defence as Bournemouth look to scrap their way to Premier League survival.
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      So far the club have bought in two free signings in the form of Joe Rothwell and Ryan Fredericks from Blackburn and West Ham.
      And yesterday they confirmed their first purchase which has cost cash in the form of Middlesbrough midfielder Marcus Tavernier for £10 million.
      Parker has previously bemoaned the lack of signings Bournemouth have made this summer. More

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      Barcelona being held to ‘ransom’ by Martin Braithwaite who is refusing to rip up contract with two-years left

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      BARCELONA are being held to “ransom” by Martin Braithwaite who is refusing to rip up his contract, according to reports. The out-of-favour striker has two years left on his deal but faces little chance of regular football at the Catalan club this season.
      Martin Braithwaite faces a stand-off over his contract with BarcelonaCredit: Getty

      Barcelona are keen to get him and other back-up players off the wage book to make space for their summer of luxury signings.
      But it appears Braithwaite and Barca are now at a stand-off over his contract situation.
      Sport report that with no buyers for the 31-year-old, the club’s hierarchy were hoping to rip up his contract.
      This would allow him to leave on a free contract and Barcelona were hoping to reach a compromise on the salary he would be due after rescinding his deal.
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      But Braithwaite is reportedly insisting he be paid the full amount, with Praiz Sport labelling the situation a “ransom”.
      He is reportedly paid £98,000-a-week.
      Reports say it is more beneficial for Barcelona to thrash out an agreement as otherwise his “salary will still count towards the LaLiga limits both this season and next”.
      Former Middlesbrough striker Braithwaite was a surprise purchase in 2020.
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      He has scored five goals in 44 appearances since arriving at the Nou Camp.
      The situation presents a tricky issue for a club looking to clear out deadwood before the window closes.
      Manager Xavi reportedly wants to get rid of seven players before the window closes.
      The LaLiga giants have already seen Philippe Coutinho join Aston Villa on a permanent deal, while also allowing defender Clement Lenglet to move on loan to Tottenham.
      Dani Alves also left on a free but was damning in his view of the club as he left.
      Along with Braithwaite, the club are also believed to want to get rid of Neto, Samuel Umtiti and the academy pair of Oscar Mingueza and Riqui Puig. More