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      Chelsea join race for keeper who only made debut last weekend but Newcastle favourites to pull off transfer

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      CHELSEA and Aston Villa are after keeper Stephen McMullan who made his Fleetwood debut last weekend.But — as SunSport revealed a month ago — Newcastle are favourites to land the Northern Ireland rookie.
      Stephen McMullan has interest from the Premier LeagueCredit: fleetwoodtownfc
      McMullan, 18, signed a long-term contract with Fleetwood back in January.
      He kept a clean sheet as he made his first senior appearance for the Cods in their 1-0 win over MK Dons.
      The goalkeeper has also been recognised internationally, appearing for the Northern Ireland U19s and the Republic of Ireland U18s.
      While it is unlikely that McMullan would join Chelsea as a first-team goalkeeper, he could fancy his chances of pushing for a spot in the squad.
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      The Blues’ current stoppers, Kepa Arrizabalaga and Edouard Mendy, both have doubts over their futures at the club.
      Mendy’s form and injury record this season has seen his playtime decrease, and with his recent contract refusal, he could be set for a move away from the club.
      While Kepa has failed to hit the heights expected of him since his record move from Athletic Club.
      The Spaniard cost the Blues form £72million and while there have been flashes of from him, he has largely disappointed.
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      With the club not expected to qualify for any European football, co-owner Todd Boehly is thought to be considering cashing in on players to cut costs.
      Stars such as Raheem Sterling, Mason Mount, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Conor Gallagher have all been linked with exits.
      They could be joined by the two first-team goalkeepers, which would leave Chelsea with just veteran Marcus Bettinelli and youngsters Gabriel Slonina and Lucas Bergstrom capable of playing in goal.
      Chelsea reportedly want Inter Milan’s Andre Onana to replace Kepa and Mendy in goal.
      Meanwhile, the Blues have also been linked with a move for Tottenham striker Harry Kane.
      Former Spurs boss Harry Redknapp has suggested he would be a “great signing” for the club.
      However, the 29-year-old is thought to be a target for Manchester United. More

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      Chelsea plan to hire transfer guru Paul Mitchell who discovered likes of Son Heung-min, Sadio Mane and Dele Alli

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      CHELSEA plan to hire transfer guru Paul Mitchell to help clear the decks.He is set to join in a senior post after working for Monaco and has vast previous experience with RB Leipzig, Tottenham and Southampton.
      Paul Mitchell could be brought in by Chelsea to help with a clear-outCredit: Getty
      And while his friendship with incoming boss Mauricio Pochettino is a major attraction, he is also an ideal man to shift the unwanted Blues.
      Mitchell has contacts in France and Germany, which could help to find new homes for many of the flops surplus to requirements.
      Both Chelsea and Manchester United were linked with him last summer.
      In fact, former Old Trafford boss Ralf Rangnick was keen – and so was current chief Erik ten Hag.
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      And before that, in December 2021, it was claimed Mitchell had “offered himself” to Newcastle.
      Son Heung-min, Sadio Mane and Dele Alli are amongst the players he’s discovered, as well as Emile Smith Rowe.
      Pochettino will have a long, hard look at their bulging squad of under-achievers.
      And Blues’ co-owner Behdad Eghball gave a cheeky wink when questioned by a fan on Saturday about Poch being appointed soon.
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      Eghball was attending the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory against the Memphis Grizzlies in the NBA.
      On his way out a Chelsea fan asked: “Who’s the next Chelsea manager?” He responded: “Who do you want?”
      The fan suggested former Barcelona manager Luis Enrique but said: “You’re getting Pochettino right?”
      Eghbali winked and responded: “Maybe, maybe.”
      The moment was filmed and posted on the Twitter account @ItsMphatso. More

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      Heartwarming reason why incoming Chelsea star Christopher Nkunku celebrates by blowing up balloon

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      NEXT season, when Christopher Nkunku opens his Premier League account, expect to see his unique goal celebration.The French forward, 25, who has agreed a deal to sign for Chelsea in the summer, made his first start for RB Leipzig in just under two months after returning from injury.
      Christopher Nkunku celebrates his goal for RB Leipzig by blowing up a balloonCredit: Getty
      He didn’t waste any time getting on the scoresheet – firing his side ahead against Hoffenheim in the 28th minute.
      It was Nkunku’s 18th goal of the season – an impressive tally considering he’s missed 13 matches this campaign.
      And it was followed by a goal celebration that comes from the heart.
      Nkunku pulls out a red balloon hidden in his sock and blows it up.
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      The reason for this dedication is his two-year-old son, who he admitted loves balloons.
      The ex-PSG star first pulled off the celebration against Shakhtar Donetsk in a Champions League tie back in November.
      Quizzed about it after the 4-0 thrashing of the Ukrainians, he confirmed: “The ballon was for my son. He likes balloons.”
      Nkunku is set to join the Blues in the summer, after signing a pre-contract.
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      Although the deal is yet to be confirmed by Chelsea, it is believed he will cost over £50million.
      Owner Todd Boehly has splashed over £600million on new talent at Stamford Bridge.
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      However, the Premier League side have struggled this season.
      They currently sit in 12th spot, and it is highly unlikely they will be playing in Europe next season.
      The West Londoners were also knocked out of the FA Cup and Carabao Cup in the early stages, while Real Madrid eliminated them from the Champions League in the quarter-finals. More

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      Man Utd blow as ‘Real Madrid send officials to Dortmund to sweet-talk Jude Bellingham into summer transfer’

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      REAL MADRID are reportedly preparing to send officials to Germany to talk to Jude Bellingham about signing for the club.The England international, 19, has been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League in the summer.
      Jude Bellingham has attracted interest from a host of Europe’s top clubsCredit: Getty
      Manchester United, Manchester City and Chelsea are all keen to acquire the Borussia Dortmund superstar.
      And Paris Saint-Germain has also been mooted as a possible destination.
      Liverpool recently pulled out of the race as they look for midfielders at a more reasonable price – with Bellingham valued at around £130million.
      And according to Marca, United, City and Chelsea could be set to miss out on him too as Real Madrid step up their pursuit.
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      The Spanish giants are set to fly representatives over to Dortmund in the next few days for talks with Bellingham.
      They are understood to have a “direct” line of communication with the midfielder.
      And they are optimistic the former Birmingham man will join them on June 30.
      But Dortmund are holding out hope of keeping him for one more season.
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      He arrived in Germany in 2020 and has contributed 21 goals and 25 assists in 130 games for the club.
      His deal runs until 2025, with Dortmund keen to hand him an improved contract to keep him until next year.
      However, a departure seems the most likely option for Bellingham as Europe’s giants circle for his signature. More

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      Man Utd and Chelsea ‘in straight fight to land Jonathan David transfer after sensational season at Lille’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Chelsea are set to duke it out for striker Jonathan David this summer, according to reports.The Canada international has caught the eye of several clubs this season with a string of scintillating displays for Ligue 1 big boys Lille.
      Jonathan David has been in sensational form for Lille this seasonCredit: GETTY
      The Canadian is said to have caught the eye of Prem duo Manchester United and ChelseaCredit: GETTY
      Former Gent hitman David is said to have a number of clubs interested in acquiring his services.
      And according to French newspaper L’Equipe, Prem rivals United and Chelsea will battle it out to bring him to England this summer.
      It’s also claimed that managerless Tottenham also hold an interest in snapping up the 23-year-old.
      David has been in fine form for Paulo Fonseca’s side – who are currently fifth in the Ligue 1 table – this season.
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      The Canadian has scored 24 goals and provided four assists in 34 appearances in all competitions.
      And Fonseca recently admitted Lille will do well to hold on to their star man this summer.
      He said last December: “It will be difficult to keep Jonathan David at the club next season.
      “There are not many strikers with his skills and numbers in Europe.
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      “He’s just 22.”
      David remains fully committed to Lille, although he recently admitted he wants to test himself in the top flight of English football.
      He said: “The Premier League is the best league in the world and every player would want to play there some day.”
      David and his Lille team-mates will be back in action on Saturday, welcoming Ajaccio to the Stade Pierre Mauroy. More

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      How the Premier League table would look if season started after Chelsea sacked Tuchel and it’s grim reading for Blues

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      CHELSEA would be just a whisker away from relegation if the season started after they sacked Thomas Tuchel.Tuchel was fired just four months after Todd Boehly became the Blues’ new owner and it has been downhill for the club ever since.
      Chelsea would be close to relegation if the season started after they sacked Thomas Tuchel
      Chelsea sacked Tuchel in September and it has been downhill since thenCredit: EPA
      Chelsea owner Todd Boehly sacked Tuchel four months after taking overCredit: PA
      Tuchel’s replacement Graham Potter failed to set Stamford Bridge alightCredit: Getty
      The German tactician, who is currently in charge of Bayern Munich, managed to sit in the West Londoners’ dugout during their first six Premier League matches of the season.
      The 49-year-old won half of those matches and lost twice along the way.
      Therefore, Tuchel managed to win ten points for the club before his sudden dismissal.
      The ex-Paris Saint-Germain boss was sacked because of what was deemed a poor start to the season, but the points Chelsea won under him are proving to be very valuable at the moment.
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      Boehly hired Graham Potter as the former Borussia Dortmund manager’s replacement a few days later.
      But Potter failed to set Stamford Bridge alight and was also sacked just seven months later.
      The ex-Brighton boss’ assistant Bruno Saltor, who had no experience as a head coach, succeeded him but only lasted one match.
      Saltor was replaced by club legend and former manager Frank Lampard on an interim basis.
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      Lampard has failed to recapture the magic of his first stint that saw him leading Chelsea to fourth place despite a lack of transfers on his debut season in 2020.
      However, the ex-Everton boss’ return has been riddled with failure as he has lost all five of his matches in charge.
      Chelsea are currently 11th in the Premier League table with ten points separating them from the relegation zone.
      And fans understand it would have been much worse without Tuchel this season.
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      Bruno Saltor took over at Chelsea even though he had no managerial experienceCredit: Getty
      Chelsea interim manager Frank Lampard has lost all of his matches in chargeCredit: AFP
      One supporter tweeted: “Thing is it’s not really Tuchel’s fault here. They shouldn’t have sacked that guy at this time of the season.”
      Another commented: “First thing, we shouldn’t have sacked Thomas Tuchel, it was the biggest mistake.”
      A third posted: “They shouldn’t have sacked Tuchel at the first place.”
      And things could get worse before they get better for Chelsea as their next game is away to Arsenal on Tuesday night. More

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      Chelsea footballer’s starring role in King Charles’ coronation revealed…and it’s very prestigious

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      A CHELSEA footballer is set to have a starring role in King Charles’ coronation.Sam Kerr, 29, was named today as the official flag bearer for Australia at the coronation next week.
      Chelsea star Sam Kerr will have a key role at the King’s CoronationCredit: Getty
      The Super League star is flying the flag for Australia on May 6Credit: Rex
      The Chelsea ace will lead a contingent of famous Aussie faces at Charles’ grand crowning.
      This delegation will include Aussie Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, governor general David Hurley, state governors and a number of other representatives at the Westminster Abbey occasion.
      PM Anthony Albanese announced this afternoon the Matildas captain will be the flagbearer for the event on May 6.
      “The prime minister will join the governor-general, state governors and a number of other Australian representatives (at the coronation), including Ms Sam Kerr OAM who will be the Australian flagbearer,” a statement from Albanese’s office said.
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      Kerr is one of 14 Australian representatives for the coronation.
      The special Australian guests were “chosen to show the world the best of our values: caring for others, serving community and championing progress,” a government spokesperson said.
      Singer Nick Cave, comedian Adam Hills, doctor and Street Side Medics founder Daniel Nour are just some of the famous Aussie names in attendance.
      Other notable Australians include Jasmine Coe, who runs the first and only Aboriginal-owned art gallery in the UK and youth advocate Yasmin Poole.
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      Kerr, who was awarded an Order of Australia for her services to football in 2022, will lead Australia’s charge at the Women’s World Cup on home soil later this year.
      The 29-year-old striker is widely considered one of the best players in the world in the women’s game.
      And her form is likely to determine how far the Matildas go at the tournament which starts on July 20.
      She has been regularly nominated for top global awards and is Australia’s all-time leading international goalscorer, in either men’s or women’s football.
      The countdown is on for the coronation, which is set to see thousands of Brits swarm London in less than two weeks.
      The finer details of the weekend have been revealed in recent days, including what time the flypast is, who carries the Crown Jewels and who is hosting the King’s concert.
      It comes after Brits were warned of travel chaos surrounding the coronation, and days leading up to it.
      In a matter of days, streets across London will be cut off in preparation for the King’s ceremony and events on May 6.
      King Charles’ coronation is now just days awayCredit: Arthur Edwards / The SunFull list of people tasked with ceremonial roles

      Procession of The King and The Queen:
      The Marquess of Anglesey, the Duke of Westminster, the Earl of Caledon and the Earl of Dundee – lead the procession and carry the Standards of the Quarterings of the Royal Arms and Standard of the Principality of Wales.
      Francis Dymoke – carrying the Royal Standard instead of being the King’s Champion at a coronation banquet on horseback like his ancestors.
      Admiral Sir Tony Radakin, Chief of the Defence Staff – acting as Lord High Constable of England, an office held for the day only.
      Earl Marshal, the Duke of Norfolk.
      Earl of Erroll – as Lord High Constable of Scotland.
      Earl of Crawford and Balcarres – as Deputy to the Great Steward of Scotland, the Prince of Wales.
      Procession to the altar carrying the Queen Consort’s regalia:
      Barrister Baroness (Helena) Kennedy of The Shaws – carrying The Queen Consort’s Rod with Dove
      General Sir Patrick Sanders – carrying The Queen Consort’s Sceptre with Cross
      Duke of Wellington – carrying Queen Mary’s Crown
      Rt Reverend and Rt Hon the Lord Chartres – carrying The Queen Consort’s Ring
      Procession to the altar carrying the King’s regalia:
      General Sir Gordon Messenger, the Governor of HM Tower of London – carrying St Edward’s Crown as Lord High Steward of England
      Former MI5 chief Baroness Elizabeth Manningham-Buller – carrying St Edward’s Staff
      The Duke of Buccleuch and Queensberry – carrying the Sovereign’s Sceptre with Cross
      Former children’s TV presenter, now author and peer, Baroness Floella Benjamin – carrying the Sovereign’s Sceptre with Dove
      Dame Elizabeth Anionwu – carrying the Orb
      The Keeper of the Jewel House, Brigadier Andrew Jackson – carrying The Sovereign’s Ring
      Petty Officer Amy Taylor – carrying the Sword of Offering and representing servicemen and women as a Royal Navy Petty Officer, a tribute to the King’s military career
      Lord Hastings and The Earl of Loudoun – carrying the Spurs
      Lord President of the Council, Penny Mordaunt – carrying the Sword of State
      Air Chief Marshal the Lord Peach – carrying the Sword of Mercy (The Curtana)
      General the Lord Richards of Herstmonceux – carrying the Sword of Spiritual Justice
      General the Lord Houghton of Richmond – carrying the Sword of Temporal Justice
      Participating in the act of recognition when the King is presented to the congregation at the start of the service:
      The Archbishop of Canterbury
      Baroness (Valerie) Amos
      Lady Elish Angiolini
      George Cross-holder Christopher Finney – chair of the Victoria Cross and George Cross Association
      Presenting the coronation regalia to the King and chosen on the advice of Government:
      Lord Carrington, Lord Great Chamberlain – presenting the Spurs
      Lord (Syed) Kamall- presenting the Armills
      Baroness (Gillian) Merron – presenting the Robe Royal
      The Most Reverend John McDowell, the Church of Ireland Archbishop of Armagh – presenting the Orb
      Lord (Narendra) Patel – presenting the Ring
      Lord (Indarjit) Singh of Wimbledon – presenting the Coronation Glove
      The Most Reverend Mark Strange, Bishop of Moray, Ross and Caithness, and Episcopal Primus of Scotland – presenting the Sovereign’s Sceptre with Cross
      The Most Reverend Andrew John, the Archbishop of Wales – presenting the Sovereign’s Sceptre with Dove
      The Archbishop of Canterbury – performing the crowning with St Edward’s Crown
      Presenting the regalia to the Queen Consort and chosen on the advice of Government:
      The Rt Reverend Rose Hudson-Wilkin, The Bishop of Dover – presenting The Queen Consort’s Rod with Dove
      The Rt Reverend and Rt Hon Lord Chartres – presenting The Queen Consort’s Sceptre with Cross
      Brigadier Andrew Jackson, The Keeper of the Jewel House at HM Tower of London – presenting The Queen Consort’s Ring
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      Declan Rice ‘top of Arsenal’s summer transfer wishlist along with Chelsea star and Blues target’

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      DECLAN RICE has been touted as top of an all-star target list for Arsenal ahead of this summer’s transfer window, according to reports.Arsenal are stepping up plans to revamp the squad after guaranteeing a spot in next season’s Champions League.
      Declan Rice is top of Arsenal’s target list for the summer transfer windowCredit: Rex
      Arsenal have placed Declan Rice high on their priority list as they want a high-class midfielder, according to Telegraph Sport.
      Boss Mikel Arteta has made Rice, 24, a top pick for the centre of the pitch due to his technical ability and strength.
      The West Ham United captain would certainly add more dynamism and technical quality to the midfield, but will not come cheap.
      West Ham manager David Moyes has said Rice will set a new British transfer record if he does leave the club.
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      Arsenal had originally wanted to sign Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo back in January, before adding Rice in the summer.
      But a £70million offer for Caicedo was rejected in the final few days of the winter transfer window.
      Caicedo remains on Arteta’s list of targets, and is joined by several other players.
      According to Telegraph Sport, Arsenal have had exploratory conversations with Chelsea star Mason Mount, who is coming to his final year of his contract at the club.
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      Mount could be a potential alternative first-choice signing to Rice, who happens to be one of his close friends.
      Arsenal could also pursue their interest in Real Valladolid right-back Ivan Fresneda.
      The recruitment team at Arsenal put in a lot of work in their assessment of the 18-year old in January, possibly looking at a move in the summer for him.
      Money from player sales will also affect Arsenal’s financial situation.
      Mason Mount is also a potential recruit for ArsenalCredit: Getty
      Ivan Fresneda has been on Arsenal’s radar since JanuaryCredit: Getty
      Left-back Kieran Tierney is said to have interest from Newcastle and on-loan striker Folarin Balogun has generated interest from multiple clubs across Europe.
      Arsenal’s record signing Nicolas Pepe may not feature again for the club after his loan to Nice, as his contract expires in summer 2024.
      That makes it difficult for Arsenal to ask for a large transfer fee for him in the summer.
      The Gunners will make around £6million from the sale of Pablo Mari to Monza at the close of this campaign.
      But this depends on the Italian side avoiding relegation and the defender playing the required amount of games.
      Manager Mikel Arteta is looking to upgrade the teams squadCredit: Reuters
      Arsenal are returning to the Champions League after a three-year break, with their qualification for the competition set to be worth at least £50million.
      The team are hoping to rely on the riches from the league to help their long-term financial stability, having watched the four English clubs that took part last season making an average of £88million each.
      To compare, Eintracht Frankfurt only took home around £34million when they won the Europa League.
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      This will be good news to Arsenal’s sporting director, Edu, as the team continues its upward trajectory.
      Qualifying for the Champions League also puts Arsenal in a strong position to attract new recruits. More