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      Fans only just realising who Paul Merson supports as shocked Gooners say ‘this has completely spun me’

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      ARSENAL fans have been left shocked by who Paul Merson REALLY supports.The Sky Sports pundit went public with his support of Chelsea in a tweet yesterday – although he has never truly hidden his support of the West London club.
      Paul Merson nailed his colours to the mast when covering Burnley vs ChelseaCredit: Twitter @PaulMerse
      The former Arsenal midfielder came through the ranks at Arsenal and spent 10 years at the club between 1985 and 1997.
      His affiliation with The Gunners has always seen him be famously pro-Arsenal in his views.
      But Merson grew up as a Chelsea fan after being born in Harlesden in North West London.
      Merson nailed his colours to the mast yesterday with a tweet that read: “Come on you Blues” alongside a blue love heart emoji.
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      He was covering Chelsea’s game against Burnley which finished in a 4-1 away win for the West London outfit.
      Fans on Twitter expressed their shock at Merson’s affiliation, with one saying: “Paul Merson not being an Arsenal fan has completely spun me.”
      Another said: “I always thought he was an Arsenal fan! Surprising to see!”
      While a third wrote: “He’s Chels???”
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      But some were aware of Merson’s allegiances, as he’s never exactly made his Blues loyalties a secret.
      One said: “I am surprised a lot of people don’t know he’s said it so many times even when he was playing.
      Another wrote: “Really? He’s never hidden it.”
      Merson played 386 games for The Gunners, winning two league titles, an FA Cup and a league cup at the club. More

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      Bruno Guimaraes signs five-year contract at Newcastle with eye-watering release clause to ward off admirers

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      NEWCASTLE have tied star man Bruno Guimaraes to a new five-year contract. The Magpies have also ward off Bruno’s admirers by adding a staggering £100million release clause to his deal.
      Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes has signed a new five-year contractCredit: Rex
      Newcastle added a £100million release clause to Bruno’s dealCredit: Getty
      According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, the midfielder put pen to paper and extended his stay at St James’ Park until 2028.
      And any potential suitors would have to force the Toon to a record sale if they wish to land the 25-year-old.
      The Brazil international has previously attracted interest from the likes of Real Madrid as well as Premier League rivals Liverpool and Chelsea.
      This comes after Bruno revealed in July that there were “doubts” over an extension.
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      The former Lyon star also admitted he had held “conversations” with Real.
      The Reds and the Blues are also believed to have enquired over the summer, only to be told that the Samba star is not for sale.
      Los Blancos went on to sign Jude Bellingham for an eye-watering £115million sum from Borussia Dortmund, which made him the most expensive British player of all time.
      Plus Real manager Carlo Ancelotti has the likes of Luka Modric, Toni Kroos, Eduardo Camavinga and Aurelien Tchouameni at his disposal.
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      Chelsea, on the other hand, landed Moises Caicedo for a Premier League record £115m from Brighton.
      That was just seven months after Enzo Fernandez’s £107m move to Stamford Bridge.
      Liverpool, though, could come back for a defensive midfielder with Wataru Endo and Stefan Bajcetic their best choice at No6. More

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      Chelsea and Liverpool to fight Man Utd for £80m-rated striker who has ‘unusual release clause’

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      CHELSEA and Liverpool are reportedly ready to go head to head in a battle to sign a new £80m-rated striker alongside Man United.The Premier League giants are all said to be keen on securing the services of RB Leipzig’s Lois Openda.
      Liverpool and Chelsea are reportedly set to battle Man United in their pursuit for Lois OpendaCredit: Getty
      According to BILD journalist Christian Falk, Liverpool are looking to try and sign the 23-year-old after their success in signing Dominik Szoboszlai from Leipzig this summer.
      But the Reds will face competition for his signature as Chelsea have also been linked with the Belgium international.
      Fichajes have reported that the Stamford Bridge outfit are keen on signing Openda as they look to put an end to their striker woes.
      The Blues have had issues finding the right centre forward for their squad in recent seasons, but Mauricio Pochettino is understood to be keen on the idea of bring Openda to London in January.
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      Openda has bagged four goals in just six Bundesliga appearances this season and is rumoured to be valued at around £80m by Leipzig who know the talent they have on their hands.
      The forward joined the Germans this summer from RC Lens after he helped the Ligue 1 side come within just one point of PSG in the league last season.
      But despite only just coming through the door at Red Bull Arena, he could be snatched away with reports of a release clause in his contract.
      It is said that a release clause worth more than £65m has been inserted into his current deal but unusually, it won’t become active until 2025.
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      This would mean that if Chelsea and Liverpool are keen on signing the rising star any sooner than 2025, then they may have to pay over the odds to get a deal over the line.
      On top of this they could face even more competition in their pursuit with Fichajes also suggesting Manchester United are eyeing the former Club Brugge man.
      Erik ten Hag and Man United are keeping a keen eye on OpendaCredit: EPA More

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      Man Utd & Chelsea striker Falcao in burglary gang raid as he has family dinner… days after Ramos’ mansion ransacked

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      FORMER Manchester United and Chelsea striker Radamel Falcao has become the latest footballer to become the victim of a burglary gang.Last night it emerged that Colombian striker Falcao’s house in an upmarket suburb of Madrid had been targeted by criminals.
      Radmael’s home was the latest to be targeted as many other footy stars have been robbedCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      The father of five had been eating nearby when the burglars entered his homeCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Falcao had scored a last-gasp penalty earlier in the day to secure his current side Rayo Vallecano a valuable point at home against LaLiga rivals Mallorca.
      As the footy legend enjoyed dinner nearby his home, intruders are said to have taken designer bags, watches and some jewellery before being surprised by an employee and fleeing the scene.
      Spanish police have begun an investigation to try to identify and catch those responsible.
      Last week, it was announced that former Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos’ home was raided while his four children were inside and he was away on Champions League duty with Sevilla.
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      A gang of robbers had broken into the property while the 37-year-old was enjoying dinner with his wife at a nearby restaurant on Saturday night, El Mundo reports.
      They terrified Ramos’ kids, aged between three and eight, and the two nannies looking after them, but left them unharmed during the burglary on September 20.
      He shares the home near Seville with his model and TV presenter wife Pilar Rubio.
      The star couple celebrated their wedding at the country property in June 2019 after a religious ceremony at Seville Cathedral.
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      Reports in Spain said the burglars only targeted their bedroom after accessing it via the roof and took watches, jewellery, designer clothes and shoes worth more than £300,000.
      They also stole five Louis Vuitton bags and four suitcases of the same brand valued at nearly £40,000 – though no one has been arrested in relation to the crime.
      Falcao initially struggled at Manchester United during 2014 before transferring to Chelsea and then finding his footing at Monaco.
      He signed for Rayo Vallecano in September 2021 after two injury-plagued years at Galatasaray.
      Other LaLiga players who have suffered break-ins at their homes include Real Madrid striker Rodrygo and former Barcelona stars Jordi Alba and Gerard Pique.
      In June 2019 former Chelsea frontman Alvaro Morata’s wife Alice Campello was confronted by armed intruders while she was alone at their home north of Madrid with a nanny and twins Alessandro and Leonardo.
      The Italian beauty admitted afterwards she would be “afraid for a long time to come.”
      She said in a social media message: “I think this is one of those things that are not easily forgotten, one of those things that makes you realize how much love and life is worth.
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      “Knowing that you have your children at home and thinking they can touch them or do something to them is really an inexplicable emotion.
      “Fortunately we are all well and know it could have been much worse.”
      Real Madrid defender Ramos was targeted in a burglary as wellCredit: INSTAGRAM
      He and his family weren’t at home at the timeCredit: INSTAGRAM
      The family were eating dinner nearbyCredit: INSTAGRAM
      A member of staff approached the burglars, and they fledCredit: INSTAGRAM More

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      Chelsea ‘consider RECALLING wonderkid from loan’ after just one start after fans blasted ‘pointless’ move

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      CHELSEA could recall Andrey Santos from his loan after making just one start so far this season. The Brazilian wonderkid was loaned out to Nottingham Forest at the start of the campaign after joining The Blues from Vasco da Gama last January.
      Chelsea could recall Andrey Santos from Nottingham ForestCredit: Alamy
      Santos is yet to play a Premier League minute under Steve CooperCredit: Alamy
      He has played just one game in the Carabao CupCredit: Getty
      But since he arrived at The City Ground, Santos is yet to play a single minute in the Premier League with his only appearance coming in Forest’s Carabao Cup loss to Burnley.
      Chelsea fans have been growing frustrated with the his lack of minutes after they were excited by his pre-season form.
      Some supporters have even called for the club to immediately bring the 19-year-old back to Stamford Bridge in wake of his starvation of game time.
      And their prayers could be answered with The Athletic reporting that Chelsea have the option to bring him back in January by activating a break clause in his contract.
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      But regardless, fans are still reeling that their promising young talent isn’t getting any minutes in the tank and have fumed online about the situation.
      One wrote: “Most pointless loan out.”
      While another added: “Completely unacceptable! We should be terminating the loan.”
      A third chimed in writing: “Waste of time!”
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      Santos impressed Chelsea fans in pre-seasonCredit: Getty
      But it’s not just a situation that is harming Chelsea, but one that could have huge consequences for Forest as well.
      Steve Cooper’s side are said to had agreed to pay financial penalties for not playing Santos when he is fit and available.
      Santos wasn’t included in the matchday squad for Forest’s trip to Man City last month which sparked even more debate about the decision to loan him out.
      But there is understood to be no indication that there is any problems between the youngster and his manager.
      One reason for his absences could simply be the midfield arrivals that came in for the Tricky Trees on deadline day.
      Ibrahim Sangare joined from PSV while Nicolas Dominguez left Bologna to sign for the Premier League outfit.
      Both stars play in central midfield like Santos and have been preferred over him for now.
      Things could change in due course though with Forest travelling to Crystal Palace this weekend and the Chelsea loanee fit and available for selection.
      Ibrahim Sangaré has been the regular starter in defensive midfield for Forest this seasonCredit: Getty More

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      Chelsea fans convinced ‘agent’ Drogba is working on bringing Victor Osimhen to Stamford Bridge in stunning transfer

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      CHELSEA fans are convinced that club legend Didier Drogba is trying to tempt Victor Osimhen to Stamford Bridge.Osimhen, 24, has been heavily linked with a move to West London in recent weeks.
      Chelsea legend Didier Drogba has revealed that Osimhen is his favourite active playerCredit: AFP
      Victor Osimhen has been linked with a move to Stamford BridgeCredit: Reuters
      Doubt was cast over the striker’s future at Napoli last month when the club mocked him on social media.
      His agent threatened to sue the Serie A champions, but Osimhen has since called for unity.
      Although the 24-year-old has seemingly put the controversy behind him, Mauricio Pochettino and Todd Boehly still believe they can bring him to the Premier League.
      And fans think that Drogba is also trying to talk him around.
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      During a round of quickfire questions with Sports Illustrated, the former Chelsea star was asked about his favourite active player.
      He revealed that it was Osimhen, leaving fans stunned.
      One person commented: “Our agent for Osimhen OMG.”
      Another wrote: “He needs to have a word with Osimhen and get him to the bridge.”
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      A third fan added: “Didi tell Victor Stamford bridge is home.”
      While a fourth said that Drogba is “100% texting Osimhen and telling him to join us in January.”
      Chelsea is just one of several clubs interested in signing Osimhen.
      Arsenal, Manchester United and Bayern Munich have also been linked with a swoop for the striker. More

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      Chelsea captain Reece James handed one-match BAN for insulting referee after match he didn’t play in

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      REECE JAMES has been slapped with a one-match ban for his post-match rant after Chelsea’s defeat to Aston Villa – a match he didn’t play in.The Blues skipper was last week charged with using “insulting or abusive” language to referee Jared Gillet in their 1-0 loss to the Villans last month.
      Reece James has been slapped with a one-match banCredit: GETTY
      James was charged with using “insulting or abusive” language to referee Jared Gillet in Chelsea’s 1-0 loss to Aston Villa last monthCredit: REX
      The incident took place after the match, which the defender missed through injury.
      And FA chiefs have punished him with a one-game suspension for his violation of FA Rule E3.
      Chelsea chief Mauricio Pochettino refused to be drawn on the charge when questioned about it last week.
      The Argentine said: “I don’t know what is going to happen.
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      “But I think he can be involved with the team again as soon as possible.
      “I have nothing to say about that.
      “I didn’t see the situation. I cannot say nothing.”
      James’ one-match ban means he won’t be available for selection for Chelsea’s trip to Turf Moor on Saturday to take on Burnley.
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      James, however, was already set to miss the game with the hamstring injury that kept him on the sidelines for the Villa match last month.
      Initial assessments of James’ injury estimated a return to light training later this month.
      But according to reports, the 23-year-old could make a fasted-than-expected return to the starting XI.
      The Daily Mail recently claimed the right-back’s rehab is going better than first expected.
      So he could very well be back on the pitch for the Blues’ London derby with Arsenal a fortnight on Saturday. More

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      Jamie Carragher says Chelsea’s best XI still needs another FOUR players.. despite ‘flabbergasting’ £1BILLION spend

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER insists that Chelsea’s starting XI still needs another FOUR new players – despite Todd Boehly’s “flabbergasting” £1BILLION transfer outlay.New manager Mauricio Pochettino secured a much-needed victory on Monday night, which he hopes will finally kickstart their season.
      Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino secured a much-needed win at FulhamCredit: Getty
      Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher says the Blues still need at least another four playersCredit: Getty
      Mykhailo Mudryk, a £88m arrival from Shakhtar Donetsk in January, finally opened his account for the Blues before Armando Broja celebrated his return from injury with the other in the 2-0 win over Fulham.
      That was only Chelsea’s second victory from their opening seven Premier League matches and leaves them sitting 11th in the table.
      There is no disguising it is a disappointing return for owners Boehly and Clearlake Capital after they have forked out over a BILLION quid on new players over the past year.
      And, Liverpool legend Carragher is adamant that they squad are still way off being able to compete at the top of the table.
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      After seeing the starting line-up last night, Carra believes Poch needs at least four more players in his team in order to have any chance of challenging Manchester City.
      The pundit told Sky Sports: “You rarely get your best 11 on the pitch, they have injuries but if you get their team on the pitch regularly I believe they are fighting for top four.
      “If you tell me that is their best team after spending £1billion, they still need four players to make them capable of catching Man City. 
      “Centre forward (Nicolas Jackson) isn’t good enough, goalkeeper (Robert Sanchez) isn’t good enough, centre-back and another midfielder. To think Chelsea have spent £1billion and still feel half a team away from competing for the Premier League is flabbergasting.”
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      Jackson, 22, joined from Villarreal for £35m this summer but has only scored one league goal and missed last night’s game through suspension after amassing five yellow cards.
      Meanwhile, Sanchez cost £25m from Brighton, despite finishing last term as third-choice at the Seagulls.
      He has found himself No 1 under Poch following Kepa Arrizabalaga’s departure to Real Madrid.
      With no European football this term, Chelsea are next in action on Saturday when they travel to Burnley before facing Arsenal in a London derby after the international break on home turf. More