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      Chelsea fan group warns Todd Boehly he risks ‘irreversible toxicity’ if he goes through with controversial plan

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      CHELSEA fans have warned the club they risk a fan revolt if they put up ticket prices.Tuesday night’s Champions League win over Borussia Dortmund eased the pressure on boss Graham Potter and his expensively-assembled squad – for now at least.
      Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly has come under fire for plans to raise pricesCredit: Getty
      But the Chelsea Supporters’ Trust has told chairman Todd Boehly in an open letter: “The men’s 1st team is currently having one of the worst seasons since the 1990s.
      “We strongly urge the board to read the sentiment of supporters. 
      “The current disconnect between the team and supporters would only be amplified by increased prices – this could lead to irreversible toxicity.”
      The CST also argues that increasing season ticket prices during a cost of living crisis is “unconscionable and in direct contradiction to CFC’s efforts to strengthen community ties and strengthen supporter relations”.
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      The letter adds that a rise in the cost of attending home games would have a negative impact on the atmosphere at Stamford Bridge by pricing out some of the most passionate fans.
      It concludes: “The cost-of-living crisis, ambitious commercial targets, increased expenditure on players & management, alongside a ticket price increase during poor performances could cause the ‘perfect storm’ and force many Chelsea supporters away from Stamford Bridge.”
      The new Chelsea regime froze most ticket prices days after their takeover, but imposed steep hikes in the cost of watching games from the poshest seats in the West Stand.
      A season ticket for seats near the halfway line on that side of the ground is now an eye-watering £3,900, with less impressive views coming at £2,900 and £2,250.
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      The most expensive season ticket elsewhere at Stamford Bridge for individual adults is £940 in the West Upper, while the cheapest, in Matthew Harding Lower and The Shed Lower, is £750.
      Those prices have not changed for the best part of a decade.
      But the CST says it has “already been approached by a large number of members expressing their concerns over ticket prices and their anxieties over funding”. More

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      Man Utd line up Mason Mount transfer with Chelsea star available for free as Red Devils lag behind in Bellingham race

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are considering a move for Chelsea’s Mason Mount this summer as an alternative to Jude Bellingham.The Red Devils have weighed up a move for Borussia Dortmund star Bellingham, 19, but with Real Madrid and Liverpool considered to be ahead of them in the race, Erik ten Hag is looking to other targets.
      Mason Mount could be in line for a free transfer to Old TraffordCredit: PA
      And England midfielder Mount is increasingly being viewed as an ideal fit for the Dutchman’s plans going forward.
      The 24-year-old’s future at Stamford Bridge is up in the air amid a stand-off over a new contract.
      Mount’s current deal expires next summer while talks over fresh terms have stalled over the Blues’ desire to tie their stars down to long-term deals.
      Fellow academy graduate Reece James signed a six-year deal in west London last year, meaning there is an expectation on Mount to follow suit.
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      Boss Graham Potter has called for the situation to be resolved quickly, but while an impasse remains other top clubs are circling.Man United’s rivals Liverpool have also shown an interest, though they are also pursuing Bellingham this summer.
      Ten Hag’s top target remains Tottenham and England star Harry Kane, though investment is needed elsewhere and Three Lions teammate Mount is viewed as a good fit alongside Spurs’ all-time top scorer.
      United are growing ever more confident of landing Kane, whose camp have expressed an interest in the move, especially following Tottenham’s exit from both domestic cups and now the Champions League.
      As well as planning big name arrivals at Old Trafford ahead of next season, Ten Hag also wants to cut a number of under-performing players from his squad.
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      Captain Harry Maguire, forward Anthony Martial and midfielder Scott McTominay are all facing uncertain futures and are in line to be moved on come the end of the campaign.
      West Ham asked about a deal for England defender Maguire during the January window but were knocked back while both Newcastle and Southampton have considered McTominay.
      Right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka has long been open to a move back to Crystal Palace, who he left for United in 2019, and despite his turnaround in form could still be heading for the exit this summer.
      Ten Hag must also find a new club for Alex Telles, who is on loan at Sevilla until the end of the season but will have another year on his deal at Old Trafford when he returns.
      Erik ten Hag is keen on more midfield optionsCredit: Getty
      Man Utd are believed to be trailing behind Liverpool and Real Madrid in the race for Jude BellinghamCredit: Getty More

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      Cesc Fabregas admits he ‘hurt’ Arsene Wenger by quitting Arsenal with boss rejecting comeback before Chelsea transfer

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      CESC FABREGAS has revealed Arsene Wenger rejected the chance to re-sign him for Arsenal after being “hurt” by his initial departure.The Spaniard, now 35, left Barcelona to join the Gunners at the age of just 16.
      Cesc Fabregas was brought through by Arsene WengerCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Under Wenger, he went on to enjoy eight stellar seasons in North London, winning the FA Cup and reaching the Champions League final.
      In 2011, he returned to Barcelona for three years where he claimed the LaLiga title and Copa del Rey.
      Then in 2014, the midfielder sought a Premier League comeback and gave Arsenal the opportunity to agree a deal before any other club.
      However, Wenger ended up passing on Fabregas’ return, before he joined Jose Mourinho’s Chelsea.
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      Speaking on Kammy and Ben’s Proper Football Podcast, he said: “I really wanted to go back to the Premier League.
      “In the contract when I signed for Barcelona we said that, after I leave, Arsenal will have the first option. They had a week to respond.

      “So obviously we approached Arsenal, we said ‘listen I’m leaving Barcelona and by law, you have a week to decide if you want to take me back or not.’
      “For a week I couldn’t talk to anyone (else). We notified Arsenal, Arsene, everyone, so after a week we called Arsene and he said he’d thought about it and he said they already had a lot of players in my position like Mesut Ozil, Cazorla, Jack Wilshere, Aaron Ramsey and he said to fit me in he would have to play someone out [of position].
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      “I think also he was a little bit hurt… by how I left and everything.
      “I don’t hold anything bad because it’s their right, their decision and they could do what they wanted.
      “I had a few options and one of them was Chelsea. I spoke to Mourinho, I met him. He told me things that were very nice to hear. He wanted me to be the leader of that team. It just felt right.”
      Fabregas would go on to win the Premier League and League Cup in his first season at Stamford Bridge.
      He then claimed another league title in 2017 and the FA Cup in 2018.
      Nowadays he is playing for Serie B side Como – where he is also a part-owner.
      But he returned to Arsenal earlier this week to coach the Gunners’ U18s alongside former team-mate Wilshere. More

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      Chelsea join Arsenal in transfer battle for joker Hirving Lozano who once confessed to hiding under team-mates’ beds

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      CHELSEA have reportedly joined Arsenal in the transfer chase for Napoli’s Mexican joker Hirving Lozano.The winger, 27, moved to Serie A from PSV in 2019 and has scored 23 goals in 112 appearances in the Italian top-flight.
      Chelsea are reportedly chasing Napoli star Hirving LozanoCredit: Rex
      The Mexican international has helped Napoli to go 15 points clear at the top of the table and is a huge fan favourite.
      However, Lozano’s contract is believed to be expiring in 2024 and that could force them to cash in this summer rather than risk losing him for nothing.
      The star was initially linked with a move to England during his time in Holland.
      And reports that both Arsenal, Newcastle and Everton are all still keen have emerged over recent months.
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      Now journalist Raffaele Auriemma has told Radio CRC that Chelsea are also interested in what could be a £44.5m transfer deal.
      He said: “Chelsea likes the Mexican footballer, given that the Blues coach [Graham Potter] likes this type of winger.
      “In this case, the Neapolitan club can collect 50 million and pay it cash into Sassuolo’s coffers to take Lauriente and Frattesi.”
      Lozano is nicknamed “Chucky” in his homeland.
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      He earned that moniker after hiding under beds and jumping out on his team-mates during his time as a youth player.
      His nickname comes from the X-rated franchise featuring the same-named doll. More

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      Man Utd and Chelsea in Kamada transfer race and trying to persuade Frankfurt midfielder to back out of Dortmund deal

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Chelsea are reportedly keen on signing Eintracht Frankfurt star Daichi Kamada.But they must first convince the Japanese attacker to not join Borussia Dortmund on a free transfer.
      Man Utd and Chelsea want Daichi Kamada, who has a verbal agreement with Borussia DortmundCredit: Getty
      Kamada, 26, has become a bonafide Bundesliga star after six years with Frankfurt.
      The No10, who can also play up top, has 37 goals in 164 games for the Germans.
      And he is expected to leave when his contract expires at the end of the season.
      It’s believed Kamada has already struck a verbal agreement to join Dortmund this summer.
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      But the Mail claims Man United and Chelsea remain keen on signing him.
      The ace has 26 caps for Japan and is a huge star back home.
      Both English sides are keen to expand their fanbase in the Far East.
      And Kamada would also bring plenty of quality to each squad as well.
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      United and Chelsea could now attempt to convince Kamada not to join Dortmund.
      But with the star already settled in Germany, changing his mind could prove difficult.
      Dortmund was also the home of fellow Japanese icon Shinji Kagawa — who had a spell at United too.
      And Kamada could be keen on following in his countrymen’s steps by playing in front of the famous Yellow Wall. More

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      Man Utd and Chelsea dealt transfer blow as ‘Barcelona enter race to sign France star Marcus Thuram for FREE’

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      BARCELONA have reportedly entered the race to sign Borussia Monchengladbach star Marcus Thuram on a free transfer in a blow to Premier League sides.The French international – whose contract at the Bundesliga side is set to expire in the summer – has a host of admirers.
      Barcelona have reportedly entered the race to sign Marcus ThuramCredit: Getty
      Premier League sides including Man United, Chelsea and Arsenal have all been linked with moves for him.
      They may all find it more difficult to land Thuram as Barcelona are now interested in signing him, according to fichajes.
      The report suggests that the 25-year-old could arrive as a replacement for Ansu Fati or Ferran Torres.
      Barca could be tempted to cash in on one of them in order to alleviate their financial struggles.
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      The club are currently dealing with an impending transfer ban which would make registering new players difficult.
      Thuram also has ties to Barcelona as his father, Lilian, played for the club between 2006 and 2008.
      The forward has been in great form this season for Monchengladbach.
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      He has scored 14 goals and provided four assists in 24 appearances in all competitions.
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      He is currently the joint-fourth top scorer in the Bundesliga, behind Vincento Grifo, Christopher Nkunku and Niclas Fullkrug.
      Thuram made five appearances in the World Cup in Qatar for France, including as a substitute in the final. More

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      Incredible unseen footage shows Jude Bellingham’s full Chelsea meltdown as he lobs bottle & yells at Cucurella

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM was absolutely fuming after Borussia Dortmund’s Champions League exit to Chelsea – and didn’t bother trying to hide it.Dortmund were eliminated from the last 16 after losing 2-0 to the Blues in a controversial clash at Stamford Bridge.

      Borussia Dortmund superstar Jude Bellingham was furious at full-time
      Jude Bellingham was incensed with Chelsea ace Marc Cucurella after the whistle
      Jude Bellingham slammed his bottle on the ground after the Champions League exit
      Jude Bellingham appeared to push the lens of a cameraman as he left the pitch
      The West Londoners opened the scoring with Raheem Sterling just two minutes before half-time but it was their second goal that led to intense protests from the visitors.
      Graham Potter’s side earned a contentious spot-kick after the ball hit Marius Wolf’s arm, which appeared to support the rest of his body during a tackle.
      Kai Havertz took the shot and rattled the post but the referee called for a retake as players got inside the box too early and the Germany international didn’t miss his second attempt on 53 minutes.
      That was the goal that made it 2-1 on aggregate and took Chelsea through to the quarter-finals, but Bellingham was incensed at full-time.
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      Fan footage caught the midfielder having an intense shouting match with Marc Cucurella.
      The England international had some angry words with Cucurella while he was held back by Kalidou Koulibaly, Enzo Fernandez and Christian Pulisic, but the situation thankfully didn’t escalate.
      However, the 19-year-old was still enraged as he slammed his bottle to the grass and sent its contents flying all over the pitch.
      Bellingham then appeared to push away the lens of a cameraman, who was trying to film him walk off.
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      The ex-Birmingham star, who has been linked with a move to Chelsea amid an ongoing bidding war for his signature, didn’t hold back during his post-match interview and described the penalty as a “joke”.
      Bellingham told BT Sport: ‘I’ve not seen the incident back.
      “From where I was, it looked like it was pretty close and I’m not sure what more he can do with the hands.
      “A yard or two away, I’m not too sure. I don’t want to get in trouble, I’ve paid enough to them lot.
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      “I think that in itself was disappointing, and then the fact that they’ve had a retake, I think it’s a joke.
      “For every penalty, especially when he has such a slow run-up, there’s going to be people encroaching into the box by a yard or so.
      “But that’s the game I suppose, he’s made the decision and we’ve had to live with it.” More

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      Lyon ‘furious at Chelsea with Malo Gusto gone AWOL’ after heading to England for injury treatment despite loan transfer

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      LYON are reportedly furious with Chelsea are they insisted Malo Gusto flew to England for treatment on an injury.The defender picked up a knock in Lyon’s Coupe de France last 16 win against Lille on February 9 and has not played since.
      Lyon a reportedly angry with Chelsea over Malo GustoCredit: Getty
      The French prospect signed a six-year deal with Chelsea in January but has remained with Lyon on loan for the remainder of the season.
      After he picked up his injury, the Ligue 1 side’s manager Laurent Blanc down-played its seriousness saying Gusto had “a discomfort that needed care.”
      The player was then flown to London for care on February 13 at Chelsea’s medical center, according to Le Progres.
      The report also suggests that his club have received very little information about his recovery.
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      Blanc has been suggested to be keen on an update on the player and if he will be available before the international break starts on March 20.
      The former France coach would be keen to have the player to pick from in the club’s Coupe de France semi-final in Nantes on April 5.
      The 19-year-old is also believed to have been at Stamford Bridge last night to watch Chelsea progress to the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
      Goals from Raheem Sterling and Kai Havertz were enough to overturn a one-goal deficit from the first leg in Dortmund.
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      Chelsea paid £26million for Gusto and the player revealed that he choose the club due to the project in place under manager Graham Potter.
      He said: “I like this city and I’m really, really happy to come here.
      “I chose Chelsea because it is a very big club and I really like the project.” More