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      Man Utd icon Paul Scholes predicts Jude Bellingham’s transfer and says ‘I don’t know why, I’ve just got that feeling’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Paul Scholes has made a prediction about Jude Bellingham’s future.The Borussia Dortmund and England midfielder, 19, is being heavily linked with a big-money move in the summer.
      Jude Bellingham is expected to leave Borussia Dortmund in the summerCredit: Getty
      Paul Scholes hopes Bellingham will join Man Utd but feels another club have the edgeCredit: Alamy
      A host of Europe’s top clubs are thought to be interested in signing him including Man Utd, Manchester City, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain.
      Liverpool reportedly pulled out of the race earlier this week as they do not intend to spend such a hefty fee – thought to be around £130million – on one player.
      And Scholes feels Man Utd are in the running to secure the teenage superstar’s signature.
      Speaking on BT Sport, he said: “I think they [Man Utd] are contenders [to sign him].
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      “If you went back a couple of years you’d have said no chance. Even back to the start of this season.
      “But now I think they have to be. He would look at this team and think this is up and coming for the next few years.”

      Yet despite Scholes’ hope that Bellingham will move to Old Trafford, he feels 14-time European champions Real Madrid will ultimately come out on top.
      He added: “I do think he’ll sign for Real Madrid – I don’t know why. I’ve just got that feeling.
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      “But I do hope he comes here [Old Trafford]. He could make United a proper team.”
      Bellingham has contributed 20 goals and 25 assists in 127 games for Dortmund.
      That includes a superb 17 goal contributions for the club this season.
      He has also already racked up 24 caps for his country and was one of England’s standout players at the Qatar World Cup.
      Despite a huge amount of interest in Bellingham, Dortmund are still hoping to keep hold of him for one more season.
      The club are planning to offer the midfielder a new deal that would see his annual salary increase by 150 per cent to £13million.
      It is also claimed his contract would include a £131m release clause. More

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      Chelsea ‘extend Enzo Fernandez’s deal until 2032’ just months after £106m transfer to be longest contract in football

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      CHELSEA have extended Enzo Fernandez’s contract by another year to keep him at the club until 2032, according to reports.The 22-year-old joined the Blues from Benfica at the end of the January transfer window for a British transfer record £107million.
      Enzo Fernandez’s lengthy contract has been extended by another yearCredit: Alamy
      Fernandez agreed an eight-and-a-half-year deal until 2031 as the club amortised the lucrative fee – which works out at around £11m per season – over a lengthy period in order to circumvent Financial Fair Play regulations.
      The option of an additional year was also included within Fernandez’s deal.
      And now TyC Sports journalist Cesar Luis Merlo is reporting that has been triggered by Chelsea.
      It means Fernandez is now under contract with Chelsea until the summer of 2032 – when he will be 31 years of age.
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      The decision to extend his contract just three months after joining the club comes as Uefa are reportedly preparing to change the rules regarding the length of contracts.
      Europe’s governing body are looking at implementing a five-year limit on the length of a player’s deal in a bid to close the loophole being exploited around amortisation and Financial Fair Play.
      That could mean Chelsea also look to extend the deals of January signings Mykhailo Mudryk and Benoit Badiashile in the coming months.
      Mudryk’s contract runs until 2031, while Badiashile’s ends just 12 months earlier.
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      Meanwhile, Fernandez has hit the ground running at Stamford Bridge by impressing in the heart of Chelsea’s midfield.
      Speaking about the World Cup winner acting as a key figure in the dressing room, interim boss Frank Lampard said: “Enzo is becoming a leader, but he’s 22, I think it’s quite difficult for us to talk about that, he’ll have to find his way.

      “Games like [the quarter-final first-leg tie at the Bernabeu] are a great chance to perform and show the personality that makes you a proper leader.”
      In response, Fernandez said: “I always dream to be a leader because when I started, I always wanted to be an example.
      “To be defined like that so young makes me really proud. I always give my best and try to be an example for everyone.”
      Chelsea will look to end a run of five games without a win when they host Brighton on Saturday.
      Lampard’s side could move back into the top half of the Premier League table with a positive result against the high-flying Seagulls. More

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      Real Madrid ‘step up £44m hunt for Reece James transfer but fans joke the Chelsea man ‘failed the Vinicius test’ in loss

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      REAL MADRID have reportedly stepped up their chase of Reece James.The Chelsea star could be available for just £44million this summer.
      Real Madrid believe they can land Chelsea star Reece James for just £44mCredit: Rex
      Fans joked James has already failed the Vinicius Jr testCredit: AFP
      But some fans jokingly fear James may not be up to the mark after “failing the Vinicius Jr test.”
      James, 23, has become one of Chelsea’s most important players after working his way through the academy.
      He has already won a Champions League, Super Cup and Club World Cup after 145 games.
      And Chelsea rewarded James’ talent by doubling his wages on a new five-year deal in September.
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      However, the Blues face a fire-sale this summer after Todd Boehly’s £600million spending spree unbalanced the books.
      Real Madrid are big fans of James as they eye a new right-back to replace Dani Carvajal.
      And Marca claims Los Blancos are ready to step up their pursuit by making a £44m bid, with Bayern Munich left-back Alphonso Davies also on their radar.
      They believe it could be enough to secure James’ signature with Chelsea needing a quick cash injection.
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      Real got the chance to witness the defender first-hand in last night’s Champions League win over the Blues.
      But James’ attacking threat was nullified by Carlo Ancelotti’s clever tactics.
      And he also struggled to keep up with flying winger Vinicius Jr, who had a field day on the left wing.
      Indeed, some supporters jokingly fear James may not be good enough for Real after his below-par performance.
      One said: “Reece was being evaluated without knowing yesterday and it doesn’t look good.
      “He failed the Vini test.”
      Another declared: “He had a stinker this week.”
      One added: “James is finished, should not be a target at all.” More

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      Chelsea ‘invite Julian Nagelsmann to Stamford Bridge for job interview’ after speaking to Luis Enrique about role

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      CHELSEA have invited Julian Nagelsmann for face-to-face talks as they ramp up their search for a new manager. Nagelsmann and Luis Enrique lead the way as frontrunners to take over following Graham Potter’s sacking at the start of April.
      Julian Nagelsmann is set for further Chelsea talksCredit: Getty
      Chelsea legend Frank Lampard has returned to the club for his second managerial stint, this time in a caretaker role.
      It has allowed Blues bosses to take their time in appointing a new manager, with the process underway.
      According to BILD, Nagelsmann has received an invite to introduce himself personally to the Chelsea board and present his ideas. 
      The German was sacked by Bayern Munich in March – despite winning the league last season – and later replaced by Thomas Tuchel.
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      Former Spain and Barcelona coach Enrique is believed to have already been interviewed by Chelsea, leaving a good impression.
      And a deal in principle to take charge was rumoured to be in the works, although it looks as though Nagelsmann will also hold talks.
      The Chelsea board already have a relationship with his agent, as he also represents Timo Werner, who was sold back to RB Leipzig last summer.
      Sporting director Laurence Stewart and technical director Christopher Vivell also worked with Nagelsmann at Leipzig.
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      Nagelsmann made his name by getting Leipzig into the Champions League and by 2021 he was hired by Bayern.
      But off-field issues are understood to have been his downfall in Munich, with ex-Chelsea manager Tuchel replacing him.
      Enrique had two spells with Barca, winning LaLiga twice and the Champions League in 2015.
      He managed Spain but after they were dumped out of last year’s winter World Cup in the last 16 stage, he left his international post.
      Both Enrique and Nagelsmann are out of work, as is former Tottenham and PSG boss Mauricio Pochettino.
      Luis Enrique with Chelsea captain Cesar AzpilicuetaCredit: Getty More

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      Alexis Mac Allister set to leave Brighton in summer with Man Utd, Chelsea and Liverpool all in race to sign him

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      ALEX MAC ALLISTER is reportedly set to leave Brighton at the end of the season.And the World Cup winner is being pursued by Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool as they have already approached his representatives.
      Alexis Mac Allister is expected to depart Brighton in the summerCredit: Getty
      Fabrizio Romano revealed the news on Thursday afternoon, providing a shock update regarding Mac Allister’s future.
      He tweeted: “Alexis Mac Allister, expected to leave early this summer — understand there are three clubs in the race: Liverpool, Chelsea and Manchester United.
      “These clubs have approached player’s camp to discuss the project. Brighton will decide price tag soon.”
      And Mac Allister’s father, Carlos, has said: “Normally, the upcoming transfer market will find him playing for another club, we don’t know which one yet as the talks are starting.
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      “It’s very likely that Alexis will be playing in another team in the summer.”
      Mac Allister, 24, joined Brighton from South American side Argentinos Juniors for £7million in 2019 on a four-and-a-half-year deal.
      That was extended by a further 12 months in October, meaning he is under contract until June 2025.
      Brighton also have the option of adding an additional year.
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      It means they are in a strong position to negotiate a hefty fee if he is sold at the end of the campaign.
      Mac Allister has registered 26 goal contributions in 101 games for the Seagulls.
      That includes 10 goals and two assists this season.
      Mac Allister also played an integral part in Argentina’s World Cup triumph, helping his country to lift the trophy for the first time since 1986.
      Following a 2-1 defeat to Saudi Arabia in their tournament opener, Mac Allister was brought into the side as Argentina won six games in a row on their way to glory in Qatar.
      His performances on the world stage brought about interest from a host of Premier League clubs including Man Utd, Chelsea and Liverpool.
      And they are now all in pursuit of the diminutive forward as he prepares to embark on a new challenge away from the South Coast. More

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      Man Utd legend Gary Neville fires brutal comeback to Chelsea troll after sharing tactical insight in Real Madrid clash

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      GARY NEVILLE hit back at a troll who mocked his ‘tactical analysis’ during Chelsea’s Champions League clash with Real Madrid.The Blues suffered a 2-0 defeat to the Spanish giants in the first leg of their quarter-final tie at the Bernabeu on Wednesday night.
      Karim Benzema put Chelsea to the sword once again on Thursday nightCredit: REUTERS
      Gary Neville called the Blues going a goal behind moments before Benzema struckCredit: GETTY
      Neville was mocked over his ‘tactical advice’ but hit back at the troll by pointing he guided Valencia to a 2-2 draw against RealCredit: TWITTER
      Chelsea’s goal was breached in the 21st minute by Karim Benzema, a moment Neville foresaw when he claimed the West Londoners were struggling to make the most of their possession.
      After the goal went in, he tweeted: “Too late with my tactical advice!
      “That was coming!!!”
      A troll then proceeded to mock Neville’s brief stint as Valencia manager, which lasted a mere four months.
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      The Manchester United great responded by informing the troll he got a point against Los Blancos, saying: “Drew 2-2 with Real Madrid.”
      The draw with Real was one of the few highlights of Neville’s reign at the Mestalla, which ended following a run of three wins in 16 matches.
      And Neville – who oversaw a 7-0 battering by Barcelona – admits he wasn’t ready for management when he took the gig.
      During an appearance on The Overlap, Neville said: “Roy [Keane] said before about saying no, and I did say no the first time I was asked.
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      “I didn’t want to be a manager. should have said no, it wasn’t for me and I wasn’t experienced enough.”
      He added: “Go over there thinking four or five months.
      “I didn’t think it was gonna be easy, but I just thought I had to basically steer the ship to the end of the season, literally four-five months.
      “And over there I remember looking in the mirror one morning and thinking: ‘I’m struggling.’
      “Didn’t know what to do with the players, was changing systems, all the things that I say on television now you should never do and it was too much.
      “Out of my depth. I needed to get out of there but it was something that I learned a lot from.
      “I wouldn’t do it in the future. I would never do it again.” More

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      Carlo Ancelotti’s genius tactics brutally expose Chelsea star as Real Madrid ‘eat him up’ for both goals

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      FANS claimed Chelsea full-back Reece James was “eaten alive” by Real Madrid’s tactics.Vinicius Jr and Rodrygo gave James a torrid night as Real saw off the ten-man Blues 2-0 in Wednesday’s Champions League quarter-final first leg.
      Vinicius Junior leaves Reece James in his wakeCredit: Getty
      Vinicius Jr and Co gave Chelsea right-back Reece James a torrid eveningCredit: Alamy
      Real Madrid chief Carlo Ancelotti seemed to target James as a weak linkCredit: Getty
      Ex-Three Lions centre-back Rio Ferdinand insisted Vinicius showed the defender “no respect” and Glenn Hoddle blamed James for Real’s second goal at the Bernabeu.
      Fans piled in too, saying the Chelsea wideman “got no mercy” as Real swarmed onto him, both when he had possession himself and when a winger took him on.
      Bernabeu chief Carlo Ancelotti’s ruthless approach was praised, with one observer posting: “High intensity football….these guys are top top quality.”
      Another wrote: “Real Madrid players absolutely ate up Reece like a pride of lions to win back possession for the first goal.”
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      Karim Benzema’s tap-in and sub Marco Asensio’s clinical finish sunk Chelsea, either side of Ben Chilwell’s straight red card for impeding goalbound Rodrygo.
      And of Asensio’s decisive moment, ex-Chelsea manager Hoddle said: “Look at Reece James, he turns his back.
      “The ball is being played, you are down to 10 men. Someone has to switch them on and demanding they are on. They switched off. They were a man down.
      “You have one man less. You have to readjust. Someone has to move out to the edge of the box.
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      Armchair observers noted the way Real swarmed around Reece James

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      “You’ve got players turning their back, walking towards the post, turning his back on the play when the ball is played. You can’t have that.”
      And former Manchester United hero Ferdinand said: “Vinicius Junior showed no respect to Reece James tonight.
      “Whenever Vini had the ball, he went straight at James. He will do the same at the Stamford Bridge. He and Rodrygo play wide and high.”
      Vinicius’ slippery skills were also given full credit.
      One fan posted: “I love James but there’s absolutely no player Vini can’t skin 1v1 if given 90 minutes and isolated. ” More

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      Arsenal ‘make N’Golo Kante free transfer enquiry’ as representative reveals Chelsea star’s likely decision

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      ARSENAL have allegedly made an enquiry about signing N’Golo Kante.The French midfielder, 32, made his first Premier League start since August last week for Chelsea in the goalless draw with Liverpool at Stamford Bridge.
      Arsenal have enquired about signing N’Golo KanteCredit: Getty
      Despite an impressive return from injury, interim boss Frank Lampard then caused a stir when he left the star out of the team for last weekend’s defeat at Wolves.
      Kante has been recalled to the side for Chelsea’s Champions League quarter-final first-leg clash at Real Madrid tonight.
      His future, however, has been back in the headlines ahead of the showdown with the LaLiga giants.
      The former Leicester City ace will become a free agent this summer when his current deal expires in June.
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      We have reported previously how he looks set to pen a new two-year extension to stay at Stamford Bridge.
      Le Parisien have now claimed that a source from the player’s camp has told them that now looks like the likely scenario.
      But they have also dropped a transfer bombshell by claiming that Chelsea’s bitter rivals Arsenal are also attempting to hijack those plans and snatch him on a freebie.
      The Kante representative was quoted as saying: “N’Golo would like to stay in London, where he has his habits.
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      “I think he’ll extend his deal at Chelsea before going to the Middle-East in two or three years.”
      And then they added: “Arsenal have also made an enquiry.”
      Mikel Arteta was linked with a move for the ace last summer but that transfer failed to materialise.
      Now the Premier League leaders could be eyeing up another swoop to bolster their engine room ahead of their return to the Champions League. More