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    Playboy bunny and Chelsea’s ‘hottest fan’ told to cover boobs by security as she wears bold outfit for Brentford clash

    A PLAYBOY model and Chelsea fan has claimed she was told to cover up after wearing a jaw-dropping outfit to Stamford Bridge. Maria Liman is a huge Blues supporter and has often taken selfies while visiting the ground.
    Maria claims security took issue with her outfitCredit: Instagram – @liman_maria
    The Russian beauty is a huge Chelsea fansCredit: Instagram – @liman_maria
    Maria has been branded as ‘Chelsea’s hottest fan’Credit: Instagram / @liman_maria
    The Russian stunner is also not afraid to wear eye-catching clothes when attending the football.
    And she claimed that security took issue with what she wore on her trip to west London last week as Chelsea hosted Brentford.
    Maria’s Instagram showed her hanging out with two fans drinking beer while wearing a dazzling royal blue outfit.
    She dons a bra under a jacket while also wearing a Chelsea hat on her head.
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    But she said on the photo’s caption: “We supported Chelsea as best we could.
    “But after this photo, the security of the stadium asked me to zip up my jacket.

    Maria had been in attendance for Chelsea’s pitiful 2-0 defeat to neighbours Brentford.
    An own goal by Cesar Azpilicueta and a brilliant solo strike by Bryan Mbeumo left Maria and her fellow fans watching the Blues suffer a fifth consecutive defeat.
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    Maria is a frequent visitor to the BridgeCredit: Instagram / @liman_maria
    Maria is a model who has appeared in publications like playboyCredit: Instagram / @liman_maria
    But Maria’s 1.1 million followers likely enjoyed her outstanding outfit even if it did not impress the stewards.
    It has not been an easy month for the 29-year-old who revealed that muggers snatched her phone in London.
    The Russian beauty was walking down the street in broad daylight when a man on a bike rode past and took the phone from her hands.
    Despite Maria screaming for help, the thief cycled across the road and robbed a second woman.
    Cops said the second victim was then pushed against a wall – leaving her with a head injury.
    Maria said it was the second time her phone has been stolen in the area.
    Maria has 1.1 million followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram / @liman_maria
    The stunning model keeps her Instagram followers regularly entertained with her photosCredit: Instagram / @liman_maria
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    Chelsea tracking 16-year-old wonderkid Makise Evans over summer transfer as striker impressed at Stevenage

    CHELSEA are among a clutch of Premier League clubs keeping a close eye on Stevenage wonderkid Makise Evans.The promising centre-forward became the youngest player in newly-promoted Boro’s history to feature for the first team when he came on at Mansfield last week, aged 16 years 248 days.  
    Lampard and Chelsea chief Boehly is eager to inject more youth into the squadCredit: Getty
    Brighton, Aston Villa and West Ham have also been watching him.
    Evans was an unused sub for Saturday’s 2-0 home win over Grimsby which sealed promotion to League One for the Hertfordshire outfit.
    Though he could well get some more game-time in the final-day trip to Barrow now Boro have gone up.
    Evans joined Stevenage in September on a two-year scholarship and has scored 15 goals for the club’s Under-18 side.
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    Prior to that he was at the Pro Soccer Academy at Under-15 level and then Enfield Borough at Under-16.
    The highly-rated striker also became the youngest ever player to score for non-league Potters Bar while on loan there in a match against Lewes in March.
    Chelsea have welcomed 17 new players since Todd Boehly took over as chairman last Spring.
    Boehly has been eager to inject more youth into the Chelsea squad and he has done so by signing several young players such as Carney Chukwuemeka, Noni Madueke, David Datro Fofana, Enzo Fernandez and Mykhailo Mudryk.
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    However, the Blues now have a bloated squad with over 30 first team players.
    And some stars are eager to leave Stamford Bridge as a result of the club’s poor run of form. More

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

    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

    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

    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’

    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’

    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

    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