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      Aggie Beever-Jones backs Bompastor to bring ‘spice’ to title race and Chelsea’s push for WSL crown

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      AGGIE BEEVER-JONES reckons Sonia Bompastor will add “some spice” to the WSL title fight as she eyes a winning start in England’s top tier.Tonight is the start of a new era for the Blues, with their France-born head coach, 44, going into her first Women’s Super League contest.Beever-Jones and her team-mates are targeting a season-opening win against Aston VillaCredit: GettyThe Blues clash with Villa will be Sonia Bompastor’s first competitive match at Chelsea’s helmCredit: GettyA rejuvenated Aston Villa, with new gaffer Robert de Pauw, are first to pit their wits against a team chasing a sixth successive title.A side that now boasts some of the most formidable forwards in Europe, including Beever-Jones, Mayra Ramirez and star striker Sam Kerr.Beever-Jones said: “That’s one of the great things about Chelsea.”Our squad is big and every single player is good enough to start a game and live up to the Chelsea standard.Read More Football Stories “I’ve always seen the competition as a good thing and I’m always learning and watching other people.”From Mayra, to Sam, to me, to Mia (Fishel) to Cat (Macario) – we’re all very different players.”We all kind of have our own uniqueness to us which makes us different.”You can pick up a few things from other players and you want to impress. Most read in Football”Hopefully I’m doing that and making Sonia happy.”Last term saw Kerr sidelined at the halfway stage of the season after sustaining an ACL injury at a Blues training camp in January.The absence of the Australia star prompted the club’s January swoop for Colombia striker Ramirez.And Beever-Jones says she’s ready to cheer Kerr to the rafters should she find the back of the net for the hundredth time for the Blues when fit.Beever-Jones added: “We had a goal competition at the start of last season and then unfortunately Sam’s injury happened.”But after every game I played in she’d come up to me to say ‘congrats’”She’s one of my biggest supporters and when she (comes back and) scores her 100th goal, I’ll probably be running up to her and screaming for her, given how hard she’s worked.”I’ll be delighted as will all the other girls in the team. “For me, the competition within the team is good. You’ve got to play better, but I’m excited for it.”Having been a Champions League winner as a Lyon player and manager, Bompastor is determined to guide Chelsea to European glory for the first time in their existence.And Beever-Jones believes her boss can add “a little spice” to the title-holders’ battle for more silverware.The striker, who scored 11 goals in 17 WSL games last term, added: “Chelsea has been so successful for so many years and Sonia is adding her own uniqueness to our style of play.“It’s just adding her little bit of spice to the Chelsea way.“And when the season starts and we’re in the four competitions again it will be challenging to see how the tactics play out.“But we’re in such safe hands and we’ve got a great team of players.When asked what fans watching can expect from her side, Chelsea chief Bompastor said: “They will see a team that is really competitive.”One that’s enjoying playing together at the highest level.”The most important thing is getting results. Bompastor says winning results are her priorityCredit: Getty”We want to win, to start the league strongly and to be efficient as a team scoring goals whilst being defensively very strong.”I hope we’ll be able to show a good football style, but for me that’s not the priority.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The result is what’s really important. But if we can have both, I will be very happy.”Chelsea’s WSL season-opening game against Aston Villa can be watched live from 7:00pm tonight on BBC 2 More

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      Ben Chilwell chased by two Premier League rivals despite ‘bomb squad’ outcast being welcomed back into Chelsea fold

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      CRYSTAL PALACE and Ipswich are both tracking Ben Chilwell and could make a move for the defender in January.The full-back almost left Chelsea over the summer but stayed at Stamford Bridge after failing to find a new club.Ben Chilwell is being chased by two Premier League after he was frozen out at ChelseaCredit: GettyChilwell looked to a mini-comeback after being included in the Blues Premier League squad listCredit: GettyOliver Glasner’s Crystal Palace are interested in ChilwellCredit: ReutersKieran McKenna’s Ipswich are another would-be suitorCredit: GettyHowever, sources say the ex-Leicester City star is concerned about the lack of game-time he is likely to get in West London – and is open-minded to a transfer.That has put Palace and Ipswich on red alert over a deal for the 21-cap England international.Chelsea are also thought to be keen to explore the option of letting Chilwell leave as they grapple with the demands of trying to manage a massive squad.It comes just weeks after it seemed Chilwell had secured a dramatic pathway back into the fold at Chelsea after being named in their Premier League squad.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe £50million defender was one of the infamous members of the so-called ‘bomb squad’ banished from training with the rest of the squad by manager Enzo Maresca during the transfer window.But after failing to find a new club, Chilwell was later included on the 25-man list of players for top-flight games this season in a surprise U-turn.The 27-year-old’s last appearance for Chelsea was as a two-minute substitute in the FA Cup semi-final defeat to Manchester City back in April.He then became one of 13 big-name players forced to work alone when the club’s summer spending spree took the size of the squad to 42 players at one point.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSChelsea managed to offload many of those stars in a frantic finish to the latest transfer window.Raheem Sterling joined Arsenal, Trevoh Chalobah is on loan at Crystal Palace and Kepa Arrizabalaga joined Bournemouth on loan too.Chelsea fans can’t name their OWN PLAYERS after another wild transfer window under owner Todd BoehlyNo deals could be done for Chilwell and he will now remain at Chelsea until at least January.His long-term place at Stamford Bridge looks shaky with Marc Cucurella, Renato Veiga and Levi Colwill ahead of him in the pecking order at left-back.Chelsea ratings vs Bournemouth as Sanchez and Sancho are heroes… and Palmer strugglesCHELSEA needed a late moment of magic from Christopher Nkunku to snatch all three points from Bournemouth.Marcus Tavernier crashed a super strike against the crossbar early on and Robert Sanchez saved an Evanilson penalty before the break.Jadon Sancho came on for his debut at half-time and made the difference for the Blues as he set up Nkunku’s winner.Here’s how SunSport’s Graham Nickless rated Maresca’s men…Robert Sanchez – 8Man-of-the-match show with first-half penalty save from Evanilson and a handful of excellent saves.But rather fortunate to stay on the pitch after denying Evanilson a clear goalscoring opportunity with a deliberate foul that led to the spot-kick.Axel Disasi – 5The right-back was given an uncomfortable night down the right side.Given the runaround by Cherries dangerman Antoine Semenyo and was replaced just after the hour.Wesley Fofana – 6Did his best to keep a clean sheet when run ragged by the home strikers.Luckily for the centre-back, he could rely on Sanchez to keep them out.Levi Colwill – 6Did his best to calm the storm that came the Blues’ way for most of the match.Made sure he kept record-signing Evanilson away from notching his first Premier League goal.Marc Cucurella – 7Always busy and making a nuisance of himself when he wasn’t being buffeted by Semenyo’s marking.But overdid it with one stupid, deliberate shoulder barge on the Bournemouth winger.Renato Veiga – 5Suffered like most of his team-mates to open up the home side’s defence.The Portuguese midfielder didn’t see enough of the ball to make an impact.Moises Caicedo – 7The captain was always looking for that defence-splitting pass when he wasn’t on defensive duty.Gave an example to others around him who weren’t putting in a decent shift.Noni Madueke – 5Was quite mad attempting an early shot at the home goal that ended up as a throw-in.And it didn’t get much better than that for the winger who was hauled off just after the hour.Cole Palmer – 5Rested by England for tired muscles and there wasn’t much energy in this performance.But the Cherries, worried by his reputation, did target him in the first half.Pedro Neto – 5Failed to make any impact on the wing but could claim he had little or no service.Boss Maresca had seen enough and brought on Sancho to replace him at half-time.Nicolas Jackson – 5Chelsea fans won’t want to suffer another nine years of this from the big striker.Had one shot comfortably saved and another blocked but will need to show more upfront for his ludicrous long contract.SUBSJadon Sancho (for Neto) – 8Was booked 11 minutes after coming on then, looked likely throughout second half and set up Nkunku’s equaliser on super debut.Tosin Adarabioyo (for Disasi) – 6Was seldom troubled.Joao Felix (for Madueke) – 5Tidied up in midfield.Christopher Nkunku (for Jackson) – 8Burst through three players to score and snatch the winner. 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      I’m England star who made over 100 appearances for Chelsea – but I wish I’d left when I was 16

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      HE was supposed to be the next big thing at Chelsea.He made his debut aged just 18 under Jose Mourinho.A former Chelsea star was tipped to be the next club legendCredit: Getty Images – GettyHe was part of the title-winning squad in 2016-17Credit: Getty – ContributorBut in the end, he wishes he left sooner – because staying at Stamford Bridge shunted his progress.Ruben Loftus-Cheek racked up more than 150 appearances for his boyhood club, first joining the academy aged eight.He chipped in with 13 goals and 17 assists – plus got his hands on three trophies, including the Premier League and Europa League.But arguably his loan spells at Crystal Palace and Fulham provided his best football.READ MORE ON CHELSEALoftus-Cheek, who earned his ten England caps from 2017 to 2018 including four at the World Cup, did leave Chelsea permanently after 19 years in 2023, joining AC Milan in Italy.In his impressive debut season at the San Siro, he racked up ten goals in 40 appearances.And now he looks back wishing he made the call to quit Chelsea sooner for the benefit of his career.Now 28, Loftus-Cheek told The Times: “I think if you’re a youngster, seven or eight years old, and you’ve signed with Chelsea, fantastic.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”Because it’s a great academy and you’ll learn how to play football, you’ll develop your skills there and a great coach is coaching you.”But it gets to a point, maybe at 15, 16, where you’re getting to that stage where it’s youth-team football.Chelsea ratings vs Bournemouth: Sanchez excellent but returning Palmer puts on lifeless display”And you might want to start thinking about going and playing somewhere else. Because it’s very difficult now to just go straight through.”The best way to develop is by playing games and playing men’s football.”And it’s easier to do that somewhere else at a lower club. And I feel like that’s what I missed out on, I think.”Like Loftus-Cheek, homegrown talents Conor Gallagher, Lewis Hall, Mason Mount, Ethan Ampadu and Callum Hudson-Odoi have all been sold by Chelsea in recent years.That has helped balance the books for Todd Boehly’s mega spending and create space in the squad for the host of expensive signings.Ruben Loftus-Cheek joined Chelsea aged eight in 2004Credit: GettyThe midfielder is now with AC Milan in ItalyCredit: GettyHe earned ten caps including playing at the 2018 World CupCredit: PA:Press AssociationPlayers signed under Boehly at ChelseaRaheem Sterling – £50mKalidou Koulibaly £33mGabriel Slonina – £8mCarney Chukweumeka – £20mMarc Cucurella – £57.5mCesare Casadei – £13.3mWesley Fofana – £70mPierre-Emerick Aubameyang – £10.3mDenis Zakaria – £2.7m (Loan fee)David Datro Fofana – £10.6mBenoit Badiashile – £33.7mAndrey Santos – £11.1mJoao Felix – £9.7m (Loan fee)Mykhailo Mudryk – £62m Noni Madueke – £30mMalo Gusto – £26.75mEnzo Fernandez – £107.8mChristopher Nkunku – £52mDiego Moreira – FREENicolas Jackson – £31.5mAngelo Gabriel – £13mLesley Ugochukwu – £23.3mAxel Disasi – £38.9mRobert Sanchez – £20mMoises Caicedo – £115mRomeo Lavia – £53.2mDeivid Washington – £13.7mCole Palmer – £40.1mDjordje Petrovic – £13.6mTosin Adarabioyo – FREEMarc Guiu – £5.1mCaleb Wiley – £8.63mRenato Veiga – £12mAarón Anselmino – £14mOmari Kellyman – £19.2mFilip Jorgensen – £21mKiernan Dewsbury-Hall – £30.2mPedro Neto – £51mJoao Felix – £42.6mMike Penders – £17m More

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      Chelsea boss Maresca aims cheeky dig at Erik ten Hag after Jadon Sancho makes dazzling debut following Man Utd transfer

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      ENZO MARESCA appears to have taken a subtle dig at Erik ten Hag over his management of Jadon Sancho.The Chelsea boss brought Sancho on at half-time for him to make his debut against Bournemouth on Saturday evening.Enzo Maresca appears to have taken a subtle swipe at Man Utd boss Erik ten HagCredit: GettyIt comes after Maresca said Jadon Sancho was a player who ‘needs love’Credit: RexSancho had a huge public falling out with Erik ten Hag at Manchester UnitedCredit: PAIt proved to be an inspired substitution as Sancho put in a Man of the Match display and contributed with the game-winning assist for Christopher Nkunku’s late goal in the 1-0 win.When asked about the importance of Sancho making a connection with fans and feeling at home straight away, Maresca appeared to take a jab at Manchester United boss Ten Hag who badly fell out with the winger.Maresca said: “It’s very important. I have a feeling that Jadon is a guy that needs love. “This is what I think when I spoke with him before he join us.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”Also I know he has the desire to show the player he is, but for me, it is just to enjoy football. “This is the reason why they play. “They are happy and want to play football, they want to enjoy football and then because they are good, they are going to do good things.”Before the game, Maresca had said he did not consider the Sancho transfer a risk.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe said of the 24-year-old’s performance after coming on: “I think we start the second half much better and Jadon helped us a lot but what he did tonight is exactly what we expected from him.”As I said, I know Jadon very good because I watched him many, many times in the past and I know what he can give us.Chelsea ratings vs Bournemouth: Sanchez excellent but returning Palmer puts on lifeless displaySancho was sent on loan from Man Utd after his major falling out with Ten Hag at the start of last season.The Dutchman had criticised his efforts in training, only for Sancho to make a public rebuttal and refuse to apologise before he was frozen out of first-team training.He was eventually sent on loan to former club Borussia Dortmund, where he had a mixed spell as the German club made the Champions League final.The win puts Chelsea seventh in the Premier League table before Sunday’s fixtures, with two wins, one draw and one defeat.Chelsea ratings vs Bournemouth as Sanchez and Sancho are heroes… and Palmer strugglesCHELSEA needed a late moment of magic from Christopher Nkunku to snatch all three points from Bournemouth.Marcus Tavernier crashed a super strike against the crossbar early on and Robert Sanchez saved an Evanilson penalty before the break.Jadon Sancho came on for his debut at half-time and made the difference for the Blues as he set up Nkunku’s winner.Here’s how SunSport’s Graham Nickless rated Maresca’s men…Robert Sanchez – 8Man-of-the-match show with first-half penalty save from Evanilson and a handful of excellent saves.But rather fortunate to stay on the pitch after denying Evanilson a clear goalscoring opportunity with a deliberate foul that led to the spot-kick.Axel Disasi – 5The right-back was given an uncomfortable night down the right side.Given the runaround by Cherries dangerman Antoine Semenyo and was replaced just after the hour.Wesley Fofana – 6Did his best to keep a clean sheet when run ragged by the home strikers.Luckily for the centre-back, he could rely on Sanchez to keep them out.Levi Colwill – 6Did his best to calm the storm that came the Blues’ way for most of the match.Made sure he kept record-signing Evanilson away from notching his first Premier League goal.Marc Cucurella – 7Always busy and making a nuisance of himself when he wasn’t being buffeted by Semenyo’s marking.But overdid it with one stupid, deliberate shoulder barge on the Bournemouth winger.Renato Veiga – 5Suffered like most of his team-mates to open up the home side’s defence.The Portuguese midfielder didn’t see enough of the ball to make an impact.Moises Caicedo – 7The captain was always looking for that defence-splitting pass when he wasn’t on defensive duty.Gave an example to others around him who weren’t putting in a decent shift.Noni Madueke – 5Was quite mad attempting an early shot at the home goal that ended up as a throw-in.And it didn’t get much better than that for the winger who was hauled off just after the hour.Cole Palmer – 5Rested by England for tired muscles and there wasn’t much energy in this performance.But the Cherries, worried by his reputation, did target him in the first half.Pedro Neto – 5Failed to make any impact on the wing but could claim he had little or no service.Boss Maresca had seen enough and brought on Sancho to replace him at half-time.Nicolas Jackson – 5Chelsea fans won’t want to suffer another nine years of this from the big striker.Had one shot comfortably saved and another blocked but will need to show more upfront for his ludicrous long contract.SUBSJadon Sancho (for Neto) – 8Was booked 11 minutes after coming on then, looked likely throughout second half and set up Nkunku’s equaliser on super debut.Tosin Adarabioyo (for Disasi) – 6Was seldom troubled.Joao Felix (for Madueke) – 5Tidied up in midfield.Christopher Nkunku (for Jackson) – 8Burst through three players to score and snatch the winner. 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      Inside Jadon Sancho’s incredible Chelsea debut as ex-Man Utd star named Man of the Match after laying on assist for goal

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      JADON SANCHO marked his Chelsea debut with an impressive Man of the Match display against Bournemouth.Chelsea had been unable to conjure up a goal in the first half of their clash at the Vitality Stadium, with Robert Sanchez denying the hosts from the penalty spot.Jadon Sancho put in an impressive Chelsea debutCredit: GettyHe provided the match-winning assist for Christopher NkunkuCredit: GettyHaving been left unhappy by what he had just seen Enzo Maresca rolled the dice by bringing on Sancho for Pedro Neto at half-time.And it proved to be an inspired move, as the on-loan Manchester United winger provided the match-winning assist for Christopher Nkunku’s decisive goal after 86 minutes.Sancho was one of the liveliest players on the pitch as he put in a stunning display from left midfield.Indeed, for Nkunku’s goal, Sancho beat his marker by cutting back on to his right foot before threading a pass into his team-mate’s path before he slotted home a shot.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSancho attempted two dribbles and completed 24 of his 26 passes.He also showed his defensive nous by registering four ball recoveries.Before the game, Maresca had said he did not consider the Sancho transfer a risk.And afterwards, he had a glowing review for the 24-year-old.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe said: “I think we start second half much better and Jadon helped us a lot but what he did tonight is exactly what we expected from him. “As I said, I know Jadon very good because I watched him many, many times in the past and I know what he can give us.Chelsea’s plans for £1bn new stadium (1)”Then also Christoph [Nkunku] was very good and not just because he scored but because he fought without the ball and Jadon was exactly the same. Tosin [Adarabioyo] was very good.”He added: “Very happy, very happy for him.”He was very good, I think Joao [Felix] was very good and Christoph scored but was also very good.”Sancho has often looked a shadow of himself since his return to England from Borussia Dortmund.The former Manchester City had a high-profile fallout with Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag last season that saw him banished from first-team training.He returned to Germany with Dortmund on loan in January and had a mixed spell as he helped them reach the Champions League final.However, Maresca said he believes he knows how to get the best out of him.Maresca said: “It’s very important. I have a feeling that Jadon is a guy that needs love. Chelsea ratings vs Bournemouth as Sanchez and Sancho are heroes… and Palmer strugglesCHELSEA needed a late moment of magic from Christopher Nkunku to snatch all three points from Bournemouth.Marcus Tavernier crashed a super strike against the crossbar early on and Robert Sanchez saved an Evanilson penalty before the break.Jadon Sancho came on for his debut at half-time and made the difference for the Blues as he set up Nkunku’s winner.Here’s how SunSport’s Graham Nickless rated Maresca’s men…Robert Sanchez – 8Man-of-the-match show with first-half penalty save from Evanilson and a handful of excellent saves.But rather fortunate to stay on the pitch after denying Evanilson a clear goalscoring opportunity with a deliberate foul that led to the spot-kick.Axel Disasi – 5The right-back was given an uncomfortable night down the right side.Given the runaround by Cherries dangerman Antoine Semenyo and was replaced just after the hour.Wesley Fofana – 6Did his best to keep a clean sheet when run ragged by the home strikers.Luckily for the centre-back, he could rely on Sanchez to keep them out.Levi Colwill – 6Did his best to calm the storm that came the Blues’ way for most of the match.Made sure he kept record-signing Evanilson away from notching his first Premier League goal.Marc Cucurella – 7Always busy and making a nuisance of himself when he wasn’t being buffeted by Semenyo’s marking.But overdid it with one stupid, deliberate shoulder barge on the Bournemouth winger.Renato Veiga – 5Suffered like most of his team-mates to open up the home side’s defence.The Portuguese midfielder didn’t see enough of the ball to make an impact.Moises Caicedo – 7The captain was always looking for that defence-splitting pass when he wasn’t on defensive duty.Gave an example to others around him who weren’t putting in a decent shift.Noni Madueke – 5Was quite mad attempting an early shot at the home goal that ended up as a throw-in.And it didn’t get much better than that for the winger who was hauled off just after the hour.Cole Palmer – 5Rested by England for tired muscles and there wasn’t much energy in this performance.But the Cherries, worried by his reputation, did target him in the first half.Pedro Neto – 5Failed to make any impact on the wing but could claim he had little or no service.Boss Maresca had seen enough and brought on Sancho to replace him at half-time.Nicolas Jackson – 5Chelsea fans won’t want to suffer another nine years of this from the big striker.Had one shot comfortably saved and another blocked but will need to show more upfront for his ludicrous long contract.SUBSJadon Sancho (for Neto) – 8Was booked 11 minutes after coming on then, looked likely throughout second half and set up Nkunku’s equaliser on super debut.Tosin Adarabioyo (for Disasi) – 6Was seldom troubled.Joao Felix (for Madueke) – 5Tidied up in midfield.Christopher Nkunku (for Jackson) – 8Burst through three players to score and snatch the winner.”This is what I think when I spoke with him before he join us. “Also I know he has the desire to show the player he is, but for me, it is just to enjoy football. “This is the reason why they play. “They are happy and want to play football, they want to enjoy football and then because they are good, they are going to do good things.”READ MORE SUN STORIESIf his first 45 minutes are anything to go by, Sancho looks set to get his career back on track.The win puts Chelsea seventh in the Premier League table before Sunday’s fixtures, with two wins, one draw and one defeat. 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      England star Raheem Sterling publicly declares his faith in God as he is baptised in tank of water

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      FOOTIE star Raheem Sterling was baptised in a tank of water as he publicly declared his faith in God — and “cleansed” himself of past sins.The England forward, 29, was filmed taking the plunge dressed in a white gown, with a congregation singing gospel songs.Footballer Raheem Sterling has been baptised after declaring his faith in GodCredit: The ceremony for the England footballer took place at a church in LondonCredit: Raheem Sterling has a new start in his career as well, recently joining ArsenalCredit: GettyThe Jamaica-born forward, on loan at Arsenal from Chelsea, was fully immersed by two church elders at last weekend’s ceremony at a London Caribbean Baptist church.A source close to the star said: “Raheem said a few words which were incredibly powerful and moving. He understood this was a public declaration of his faith and an opportunity to cleanse himself of any ego, or bad habits of the past.”Sterling is preparing to make his debut for new side Arsenal today in the North London derby with Tottenham.READ MORE RAHEEM STERLINGThe winger joined Mikel Arteta’s side on deadline day after Chelsea made clear they were looking to move him on.A loan deal had to be struck, with Chelsea still paying a large percentage of Sterling’s wages.Arsenal are pushing to make up ground on league leaders Manchester City.And with key stars Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard out of action due to suspension and injury, the stage is set for new signing Sterling to step up.Most read in FootballHow Raheem Sterling can make huge difference to Arsenal’s seasonRaheem Sterling has been training with new side Arsenal ahead of his potential debutCredit: Getty More

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      Enzo Maresca phoned Jadon Sancho BEFORE Chelsea transfer to lay down law with major warning to Man Utd flop

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      ENZO MARESCA loves Jadon Sancho — but it is tough love.Chelsea’s boss revealed he called his final and most high-profile signing of the summer transfer window to lay down a few ground rules even before the deal was done.Enzo Maresca has revealed he called Jadon Sancho before his loan transfer to ChelseaCredit: InstagramMaresca said he wanted to lay down some ground rules before the deal was doneCredit: GettySancho joined the Blues on loan from Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyWinger Sancho is set to feature at Bournemouth tonight having joined on loan from Manchester United.It was there where the one-time England international, 24, fell out with coach Erik ten Hag amid criticism of the player’s attitude and effort.Maresca, 44, feels signing Sancho is zero risk but also warned him and fellow new man Joao Felix the hard work starts now — and will not stop.The Italian said: “Listen, we have Jadon, Joao, these kinds of players.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“Before they joined I had a chat with them and one of my messages was if you come here and don’t work properly you are not going to play.“Before they arrived the message was clear. For Jadon. For Joao.“But I said, ‘the reason I’m speaking to you is that I really like you. If you come here in the way that we want, we are happy. “But if you come there and don’t work hard, it’s better if you don’t come’.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSancho has not played a Premier League game since August last year. He was banished to train alone by fuming Ten Hag for the first half of last season thanks to their fallout.Sancho thrived on loan at his old club Borussia Dortmund from January as they finished runners-up in the Champions League. How much every Premier League club earns in shirt sponsorsMaresca will pick up the baton as he strives to make Chelsea a force once again.He added: “I don’t consider Jadon a risk because I consider Jadon as a player who can help us.“I don’t have any idea about what happened with Erik. I can just judge the player in the weeks he has been with us and he has been perfect.“If the players perform during the week then they have a chance. “This is for everybody, if they don’t work properly they are not going to play.“Jadon has been working well with us since he arrived. I love Jadon, I love the players we have. “I knew him in terms of a player and what I have seen in two weeks is exactly what I expected.“With the way we play he is that kind of player who can help us a lot, especially in the last third  — when we arrive there so many times and need more quality, more patience, more accuracy.”READ MORE SUN STORIESForward Cole Palmer is fit again after missing England’s Nations League games with a minor hamstring problem. Midfielder Romeo Lavia has also recovered from a knock. More

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      Watch incredible moment ex-Chelsea star Diego Costa starts BRAWL during U20s game as fans ask ‘what did they expect?’

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      DIEGO COSTA might hope he’s ageless but he certainly doesn’t rage less.The controversial former Chelsea striker, 35, sparked a brawl, grabbed an opponent by the NECK and saw red – all in an UNDER-20s match.Diego Costa dashed over to confront a Juventude rivalPlayers crowded in after Gremio veteran Costa reacted aggressivelyBrazilian club Gremio only fielded the ex-Atletico Madrid ace in what should have been a low-key junior match to help him rediscover his “rhythm”.But instead of finding harmonious high notes he found crash, bang, wallop.”What did you expect?” asked one fan upon seeing the astonishing clip of Costa flaring up in retaliation.”What could possibly go wrong?” wondered another, while a third posted: “This guy is nuts but I’m here for it.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCosta’s career in LaLiga and the Premier League was blighted by bans, bust-ups and bruises.Worst of all, he was suspended for eight games in 2019 after insulting a referee following his sending-off for Atletico against Barcelona.That took him past FORTY matches out banned during his career.Back in 2015 he picked up two three-game suspensions for Chelsea after high-profile dismissals for violent conduct against Liverpool and Arsenal. Most read in FootballCosta got up to chase after the offenderCosta has had previous clashed with refs since returning to GremioCredit: GettyFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSTh ex-Spain star retained his combative spirit since returning to his birth country Brazil with Botafogo in August 2023.But it was still a shock to see his animated exchange for his latest club Gremio in an U-20s fixture against Juventude.XI amazing players worth £78m available for freeCosta took exception to a careless late challenge after he had passed the ball – and raced after the offender.He grabbed the player by the neck and shoved him back as both sides came rushing in.Both players were sent off.One fan wrote: “Bro didn’t last 60 minutes. Proper Chelsea.”Other disapproving verdicts included: “That’s so Costa”… “Never change”… and “He’s a clown”.But many viewers seemed amused and impressed by his continuing hothead attitude.Amongst such opinions were: “Cracking up”… “Absolutely here for it!!”… and Proper centre forward”.Meet North London derby WagsARSENAL travel to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for the North London derby on Sunday.So with that in mind, SunSport has put together a piece looking at 10 of the players’ partners ahead of the game.One Arsenal man is with a woman who had a romance and daughter with Hollywood star Jude Law.Another Gunners player is married to a competitive twerker who goes by the stage name Redheaded.And one Spurs star convinced his partner to move to England from Los Angeles when they got together – before they went on to have three children.Click here to read the full story. More