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      Malo Gusto arrives in London for Chelsea medical ahead of £26m transfer with defender missing Lyon’s clash vs Ajaccio

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      MALO GUSTO has arrived in London to undergo his medical at Chelsea, according to reports.The Lyon right-back has agreed a £26m move to Stamford Bridge after the Blues beat Manchester United to his signature.
      Malo Gusto is set to undergo his medical at ChelseaCredit: Getty
      And he’s now moved a step closer to completing his switch to the Premier League.
      According to RMC Sport, Gusto has a landed in the capital to have his Chelsea medical.
      As a result, the 19-year-old WON’T play in Lyon’s Ligue 1 clash with Ajaccio on Sunday.
      But Gusto will return to France because the two clubs have struck a deal that will see the teenager spend the rest of the season on loan in Lyon.
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      He is set to become Graham Potter’s sixth signing of the January window and will link up with his new team-mates in the summer.
      Gusto will cost the Blues £26.3m plus add-ons.
      Despite not turning 20 until May, he’s already played 54 matches for the French club, registering six assists during that period.
      And his arrival ahead of next season will see him provide some much-needed cover for Reece James, who’s missed much of this campaign with two separate knee injuries.
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      James has endured long spells on the sidelines, forcing him to miss more than 15 matches in all competitions.
      But the England star is in contention to return for Chelsea’s next game against Fulham on Friday. More

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      Jose Mourinho ‘interested’ in shock return to struggling Chelsea with Roma boss desperate to come back to Prem

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      JOSE MOURINHO is reportedly in line to be in charge of Chelsea at the start of next season. The shock claim comes with Mourinho said to be growing frustrated at a lack of financial backing by Roma chiefs.
      Jose Mourinho won three Prem titles with ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Mourinho took over as Roma boss in July 2021, tasting success with the inaugural Europa Conference League as the Italians lifted their first-ever European trophy at the end of last season.
      However, the Daily Mail report the ex-Chelsea boss is “interested” in taking over for a third time, with the Stamford Bridge gig his “ideal” scenario.
      The main factor causing three-time Prem winner Mourinho to want to leave the Serie A behind is said to be a lack of financial backing to facilitate a title push.
      Roma currently sit level on points with Inter Milan and Lazio and are only separated on goal difference – putting them fifth in the table following Juventus’ 15-point penalty.
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      Since his arrival in 2021 – 11 years since his famous treble win with Inter – the club have allowed Mourinho to bring a number of big names.
      These include but are not limited to Nemanja Matic, Paulo Dybala, Andrea Belotti, Tammy Abraham, Rui Patricio and Georginio Wijnaldum on loan – plus a cake he was given for his 60th birthday earlier this week.
      In the four transfer windows he has been given, Roma have spent just under £120million, but £112m of this sum was spent in the first season.
      In fact, the Mail’s report indicates Mourinho is “eager” to take any job in England next season due to his preference to work in the Premier League as well as his family still living in the English capital.
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      The Blues have struggled this season under Thomas Tuchel and Graham Potter, with the latter recently overseeing a run of form which saw them win just once in 10 games.
      But owner Todd Boehly has thrown his weight behind the former Brighton boss with a number of signings as he aggressively overhauls the squad.
      The latest signing Chelsea are set to welcome is Lyon full-back Malo Gusto, though he will remain in France for the remainder of the season after the reported £26m move is finalised.
      In the meantime, SunSport has revealed Potter took his under-fire squad for a team bonding exercise at an army base in Hampshire.
      The club were knocked out of the FA Cup after being thrashed 4-0 by Manchester City, with Arsenal being the next scalp claimed by City after a 1-0 win last night. More

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      Graham Potter takes Chelsea stars to meet soldiers in bid to improve team spirit and embed new transfers

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      GRAHAM POTTER has turned to the army in a bid to build a better team spirit at Chelsea.Boss Potter took his troops to meet real soldiers as part of a bonding day to encourage more togetherness in the dressing room.
      Graham Potter is hoping the army can help transform Chelsea’s seasonCredit: Getty
      He also wants to use the experience to help the flood of new signings settle in quickly at the club while Chelsea have some down time.
      The whole squad were taken to an army base near to the town of Liss in Hampshire last Tuesday. 
      Bordon and Longmoor Military Camp is in the area and are operational training camps with a long history in the Armed Forces.
      But there was no rough stuff or hardcore drilling – instead Potter used the experience to train the minds of his players with a series of mental exercises to get them thinking and working together.
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      Deep thinker Potter is renowned for employing off-the-wall tactics to encourage team spirit in his squads and his offbeat ideas.
      While manager of Swedish minnows Ostersunds between 2011 and 2018 he got his players to perform ballet, write a theatre show about Vikings and perform traditional Finnish rap songs to an audience.
      With Chelsea already knocked out of this season’s FA Cup the team has a blank fixture weekend so Potter is using the time to work on mental matters as well as full physical training.
      He has another couple of ideas planned for next week but they remain a closely guarded secret.
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      Chelsea’s new American owners turned to Potter as manager in September as part of a long term project to transform the club following a £4.25billion takeover.
      Six new players have been signed this month alone at a total cost of £189.5million which includes the £9m loan fee for forward Joao Felix.
      Potter wants to harmonise the growing numbers as quickly as possible.
      He said only last week that he had plans to get his team out of its comfort zone with team bonding to try to improve results on the pitch.
      He said: “There will be an element of team bonding.
      “We need to try to bring the group together. There are a few new faces, we’ve got a bit of window now. It’s not just about the grass, it’s about how you interact as a team and as a group.
      “There are some things we can do, and we will use the two weeks to try to do that as best as we can.
      “We have a window to do it, and with a lot of players here, we need to build some togetherness, some understanding, and we have to be creative with how we do it.”
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      Chelsea ‘AGREE £26m Malo Gusto transfer as they beat Man Utd in race for Lyon full-back’

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      CHELSEA have reportedly beaten Manchester United to the transfer of Lyon right-back Malo Gusto.The 19-year-old has impressed English giants Chelsea and Man Utd since breaking through at the French side.
      Chelsea have agreed a deal for right-back Malo GustoCredit: Getty
      Chelsea, in particular, are in need of right-back cover for star man Reece James, who has suffered with knee injuries in recent months.
      England star James missed the World Cup following knee surgery.
      And he was ruled out again after returning to club action in late December.
      Chelsea had an £18million offer for Gusto rejected, and United asked the player to hold off on a decision.
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      However, big spenders Chelsea pushed forward with a transfer and according to RMC Sport, the West London club has struck a deal that will see Gusto sign but remain at Lyon until the end of the season.
      Chelsea have agreed to pay £26.3m plus add-ons for Gusto.
      Gusto is set to become Chelsea’s seventh January signing.
      Joao Felix, David Fofana, Andrey Santos, Benoit Badiashile, Noni Madueke and Mykhailo Mudryk have all joined Graham Potter’s project.
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      The latest development comes after Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas said the player will remain at the club.
      Gusto has featured 15 times for Lyon this season, and manager Laurent Blanc will need the player on top form if his side are to revive their campaign.
      Lyon are performing well under expectations and sat 9th in Ligue 1 after 19 games played.
      This is despite not playing European football this term. More

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      Chelsea boost with N’Golo Kante ‘set to return from injury before Champions League last 16 clash vs Borussia Dortmund’

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      N’GOLO KANTE is reportedly set to return from injury for Chelsea’s Champions League last-16 clash with Borussia Dortmund.The first leg of the Blues’ European tie will take place in Germany on February 15, before the return leg three weeks later on March 7.
      N’Golo Kante could return from injury as early as FebruaryCredit: AFP
      And Graham Potter’s men are hoping Kante could be available for the away leg, although the return fixture is more realistic.
      This is according to a report in L’Equipe, with Chelsea’s midfield currently decimated by injuries.
      Kante, 31, Denis Zakaria, Mateo Kovacic and Ruben Loftus-Cheek have all been plagued with fitness issues during the first half of the season.
      Meanwhile, Jorginho has been out of favour since Potter took over from Thomas Tuchel.
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      And while Enzo Fernandez was linked with a January move from Benfica, that transfer now seems highly unlikely this month.
      These selection problems have given Conor Gallagher an opportunity to start for Chelsea in recent weeks, although he has done little to establish himself as a long-term solution.
      Now, though, Kante is closing in on a return at a crucial point of the season.
      The France international has not featured since the Blues’ 2-2 draw with Tottenham at Stamford Bridge back in August.
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      But he could prove to be a key figure in Chelsea’s clash with Dortmund.
      And being crowned European champions may be the team’s best way of qualifying for the competition next season.
      Chelsea currently sit 10th in the Premier League table, 10 points adrift of Man Utd in fourth.
      Meanwhile, the Blues are hopeful they will tie Kante down to a new deal.
      The ex-Leicester midfielder is set to become a free agent at the end of the season.
      But the West London outfit have “increasing confidence” around securing an extension. More

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      Man Utd face transfer battle with Chelsea and Newcastle for Dumfries as Inter Milan ace’s agent ‘flies to UK for talks’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to face a transfer battle with their Premier League rivals for Inter Milan star Denzel Dumfries, according to reports.Chelsea and Newcastle are ready to rival the Red Devils for the right-back.
      Denzel Dumfries has been linked with several Premier League clubsCredit: Getty
      Dumfries’ representatives have supposedly flown to England to hold talks with those interested, claim Gazzetta dello Sport.
      Inter have set a price tag of £44million, although reports suggest a £35million bid could be enough.
      The Serie A side could have to sell to help balance the books and the player’s deal expires in the summer of 2025.
      Dumfries has featured 23 times for Inter this season, scoring two goals and assisting three.
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      The 26-year-old also impressed at the World Cup with the Netherlands.
      He played every minute for his country and even got a goal and two assists in Qatar before they were knocked out in the quarter-finals to winners Argentina on penalties.
      Man Utd would like to sign a full-back to compete with Diogo Dalot in the long-term.
      Erik ten Hag is reportedly willing to let Aaron Wan-Bissaka leave Old Trafford but any move for Dumfries could have to wait for the summer due to financial reasons.
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      Chelsea are looking for a wing-back to rival Reece James.
      The Blues have made an attempt to bring in Lyon’s Malo Gusto but he looks set to stay at the club.
      They have also been linked with a move for Sporting Lisbon star Pedro Porro but Tottenham look set to sign him. More

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      Everton star Amadou Onana SNUBS Chelsea transfer interest leaving door open for Arsenal to sign £50m-rated midfielder

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      EVERTON star Amadou Onana has snubbed a move to Chelsea which could open the door for Arsenal to get revenge for their Mykhailo Mudryk hijacking.Onana’s future on Merseyside looks bleak after Sky Sports reported that he failed to report to training on Tuesday.
      Amadou Onana is wanted by Chelsea and ArsenalCredit: Getty
      And the Telegraph claimed that Chelsea, who were desperate to sign a midfielder this month, have shown an interest.
      This comes despite Everton wanting to keep Onana, although they do have financial problems due to FFP.
      But French outlet L’Equipe now believe the 21-year-old has decided against a Stamford Bridge switch.
      That could open the door for Arsenal, who are reportedly interested in the midfielder following an injury to Mohamed Elneny.
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      The report claims the Gunners have contacted Everton over his services.
      But Onana only joined in the summer window and the Toffees have therefore set an asking price of £50m.
      Mikel Arteta has already added to his squad with the signings of Leandro Trossard and Jakub Kiwior, but he still wants to bolster his midfield.
      Granit Xhaka and Thomas Partey have been the Spaniard’s starting pair this season, but Arteta only has Albert Sambi Lokonga as backup.
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      And while the Premier League tops Arsenal’s priority list, they’re still in two other competitions.
      They travel to Manchester City in the FA Cup fourth round on Friday and are waiting to discover their last 16 opponents in the Europa League.
      The trip to the Etihad could see Trossard make his full Gunners debut after he was a late substitute in Sunday’s win over Manchester United.
      He missed Brighton’s third round victory at Middlesbrough earlier this month, which means he is NOT cup tied and therefore eligible to play. More

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      Man Utd and Chelsea transfer blow as Lyon president confirms Malo Gusto will STAY at French club

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      MALO GUSTO will stay at Lyon despite interest from Chelsea and Manchester United, according to Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas.The two teams have been battling it out for the right-back and had hoped to complete a deal this month.
      Chelsea and Manchester United wanted to sign the right-back this monthCredit: Getty
      Chelsea reportedly agreed personal terms with the youngster but Lyon denied their advances.
      The Blues reportedly bid £18million for Gusto and were believed to be preparing a second bid worth between £27m and £35m.
      But Lyon president Aulas has announced Gusto will not be leaving this month.
      He said in a statement: “I can confirm that Malo Gusto will stay here at least until the end of the season.”
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      According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea are still prepared to make the French side another offer.
      It is claimed Gusto, 19, is their No1 priority this month – ahead of a signing a new midfielder.
      Reports claimed United were hoping to hijack Chelsea’s move for Gusto and have told the right-back “not to rush” a decision.
      Both clubs could revisit a possible deal in the summer, with Aulas not ruling out a move at the end of the season.
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      Chelsea have also been linked with Denzel Dumfries this month and could sign the Inter full-back as an alternative.
      But the Italian giants are said to want between £43m-£53m for the former PSV Eindhoven hero. More