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      Mauricio Pochettino has eyes on Chelsea job if under-fire Graham Potter is given boot after miserable run

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      MAURICIO POCHETTINO is waiting in the wings to become the new Chelsea boss if Graham Potter is sacked.The former Tottenham chief has been out of work since being axed by French giants Paris Saint-Germain in July.
      Chelsea boss Graham Potter is under mounting pressure at Stamford BridgeCredit: GETTY
      Ex-Spurs and PSG boss Mauricio Pochettino is interested in taking the job if Potter is axedCredit: GETTY
      Blues chief Todd Boehly could decide to wield the axe if results don’t improveCredit: AP
      Potter is under huge pressure at Stamford Bridge following a shocking run of only one win in seven games in all competitions.
      Fans turned on the ex-Brighton man following their dismal 4-0 FA Cup third-round exit at Manchester City on Sunday.
      And SunSport understands Argentine Poch, 50, would be willing to take over if Chelsea called.
      But his affiliation with the Blues’ hated rivals Spurs has always been seen as an issue to him moving to West London.
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      Pochettino still has a home in the capital and spent a lot of time in the country, even when he was at PSG.
      It is understood the Blues board are already considering Potter’s future — despite only hiring him in September.
      However, the 47-year-old is expected to be given the rest of this month to see if he can turn things around.
      But a poor result against local rivals Fulham tomorrow could see the end of his short reign.
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      Under-pressure Potter said of Sunday’s defeat to City: “The first half was painful and tough for us all.
      “We were second best to a very, very good side. We are not in a great moment and even though it was a cagey first 20 minutes we couldn’t attack the backline well enough, we couldn’t attack as well as we would like.
      “Manchester City are very good at stopping you doing that but at the same time we struggled.
      “In terms of the Premier League, we have lost four matches – to Newcastle away, when we had nine players unavailable, we lost 1-0 to Arsenal, we lost on a bad day to Brighton and we lost to Manchester City.
      “We have also drawn to Manchester United and Brentford so the results in a small space of time aren’t positive.
      “You can make excuses and look for reasons or say it isn’t good enough. Both of those answers are correct.
      “We have to keep improving and stick together because clearly we are suffering as a football club and it’s not nice at all. But that’s where we are at the moment.” More

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      Chelsea striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang ‘being eyed by several Spanish clubs’ as Joao Felix loan transfer edges closer

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      CHELSEA star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is reportedly attracting interest from clubs in Spain.The Gabon striker joined the Blues in the summer but has failed to find his best form for the club.
      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is reportedly being eyed up by clubs in SpainCredit: Alamy
      Atletico Madrid could move for him if Joao Felix leavesCredit: Rex
      He has struggled for regular game time at Stamford Bridge since his arrival.
      Aubameyang has played nine times in the Premier League, scoring just once.
      It has been a disappointment for the club as there had been hope he would continue the fine form he showed at Barcelona in a six-month spell at the end of last season.
      In just 18 starts for the Catalonian side he scored 13 goals.
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      And his pathway to the pitch could be further blocked when Chelsea complete the loan signing of Atletico Madrid star Joao Felix.
      Aubameyang missed the side’s defeat to Manchester City in the FA Cup after hurting his back, but is expected to be fit for the next game on Saturday.
      However, he could find a way out of the club without playing much more football in the Blues shirt.
      The 33-year-old is being eyed up by several clubs in LaLiga, including Atletico, according to the Daily Mail.
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      The capital club could be viewing the former Arsenal captain as a replacement for Felix should he leave the Metropolitano Stadium this month.
      However, whether or not Chelsea would be willing to let him leave would be another thing.
      Aubameyang is one of the club’s only senior strikers as Romelu Lukaku is on loan and Armando Broja is out for the long-term with an injury.
      There is new boy David Datro Fofana, but it remains to be seen whether he will be handed a first-team role. More

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      Chelsea-bound Christopher Nkunku will not play until end of February as his recovery from knee injury drags on

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      CHELSEA-BOUND Christopher Nkunku will not play until the end of February at the earliest as his recovery from a knee injury drags on.The France striker and his club Red Bull Leipzig have targeted the Champions League last 16 clash with Manchester City on February 22 as his comeback date.
      Christopher Nkunku is set to sign for Chelsea in the summerCredit: AFP
      But after suffering an injury prior to the World Cup, his return date has now been revealedCredit: AFP
      Nkunku remains in Paris undergoing treatment for the problem which he picked up just before the World Cup and which stopped him from joining the eventual finalists in Qatar.
      Chelsea and Leipzig have yet to formalise the £53 million deal which was triggered by the Premier League side meeting the player’s buy-out clause in his contract.
      The date with City is only a loose target with some people fearing Nukunku’s return may come as late as March to ensure his injury is fully fit again.
      Chelsea have been pursuing Nkunku for some time and even arranged a secret medical for him in early September as they looked to get ahead of their rivals.
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      He was named in Didier Deschamp’s provisional 25-man squad for Qatar but had to withdraw after getting hurt in a collision with Eduardo Camavinga while training at France’s national team HQ in Clairefontaine near Paris.
      Chelsea are eager to add firepower to boss Graham Potter’s squad having struggled with forwards in recent seasons.
      Belgium star Romelu Lukaku lasted just a season before being sent back to Inter Milan on loan.
      Veteran Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is struggling to make an impact after signing in the summer.
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      Germany striker Timo Werner lasted only two seasons before he returned to Germany.
      Chelsea have won just once in the last seven matches.
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      Man Utd suffer double blow as Chelsea’s Joao Felix loan transfer sees Atletico Madrid target Memphis Depay

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could suffer a double blow with Joao Felix’s proposed loan to Chelsea leading to Atletico Madrid targeting Memphis Depay.The Red Devils are on a brilliant run and continued their perfect post-World Cup form by beating Everton on Friday.
      Manchester United are set to miss out on signing Joax FelixCredit: Rex
      Atletico Madrid are targeting Memphis Depay as a replacement for FelixCredit: Getty
      But Erik ten Hag is still hoping to bolster his squad with attacking reinforcements before the end of the month.
      United have already missed out on Cody Gakpo after he joined Liverpool.
      And the Old Trafford club are set to also lose out to Chelsea in the race for Felix.
      The Atletico Madrid ace has been linked with United, but he’s now on the verge of securing a loan switch to Stamford Bridge.
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      As a result, the La Liga side want to replace the Portugal star this month.
      And Sportitalia claim they’re now interested in Depay, another of United’s January targets.
      Depay endured a tough spell at Old Trafford between 2015 and 2017, scoring just seven goals in 53 appearances.
      He left for Lyon before securing a switch to Barcelona in 2021.
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      But the Dutchman has slipped down the pecking order at the Nou Camp and has only featured four times this season.
      He did start their recent Copa de Rey match with Intercity, but his last league outing was back in September.
      But Besiktas striker Wout Weghorst has emerged as another target for Ten Hag’s side.
      The Turkish club have insisted there’s currently no deal in place, but United are confident of getting their man before the deadline on 31 January.
      Experienced duo Eden Dzeko and Olivier Giroud are alternative options. More

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      Chelsea face missing out on Marcus Thuram as Barcelona ‘scout striker ahead of summer transfer’

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      CHELSEA are facing an uphill battle to sign Marcus Thuram after Barcelona sent scouts to watch him, according to reports. Thuram, 25, is out of contract in the summer and consequently represents a cut-price option in a heavily inflated January market.
      Chelsea face missing out on Marcus ThuramCredit: Getty
      Chelsea are one of a number of sides who have been linked with a move for the Frenchman, who can play as a winger or a striker.
      However, Barcelona are understood to be taking the most keen look at him.
      According to Mundo Deportivo, the club’s present financial situation is restricting them from being able to freely navigate the market.
      Therefore, they have been seeking cheaper alternatives – a profile Thuram fits due to the nature of his contract.
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      The report indicates the Spanish giants have sent scouts to watch the Borussia Monchengladbach star, with “favourable” reports being returned.
      Thuram is typically deployed through the centre in Germany, but during the World Cup he made his impact off the bench coming from the wing, showcasing his versatility.
      With him thought to be available for just under £10million as well, the likes of Manchester United, Arsenal, Newcastle, Tottenham and Liverpool have all retained an interest.
      But each of these clubs seem to have transfer target priorities which, for now at least, lie elsewhere.
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      Chelsea owner Todd Boehly is said to have now stepped down from his role as interim sporting director, but it has not stopped the club pressing forward with deals.
      The Blues have verbally agreed to cough up the £10million loan fee for Atletico Madrid’s Joao Felix, which they hope will alleviate some of their issues for the remainder of the season.
      Here’s how Thuram has performed in the Bundesliga this season More

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      Chelsea wages revealed with Joao Felix set to become joint-fourth top earner if he completes loan transfer from Atletico

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      CHELSEA are closing in on a £10million loan deal for Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix – and he will instantly become one of the club’s top earners.The Blues look to have beaten Manchester United and Arsenal to the Portuguese star’s signature.
      Joao Felix is set to agree a loan move to ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Joao Felix is set to become the joint-fourth highest earner at Stamford Bridge
      And Felix, 23, is expected to become the fourth highest earner at Stamford Bridge.
      The former Benfica man, who joined Atletico for £113m in 2019, will reportedly rake in £250,000-a-week.
      Raheem Sterling is the club’s top earner at £325k per week, with Kai Havertz on £310k and Kalidou Koulibaly on £295k.
      But no other Chelsea stars are ahead of Felix – who will be looking to improve on the 34 goals and 18 assists he contributed in 131 appearances at the Wanda Metropolitano.
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      Chel;sea’s fifth highest earner is summer signing Wesley Fofana, with the 21-year-old scooping £200k-a-week after his £70m move from Leicester.
      Fellow summer arrival Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is claimed to be on £160k-a-week, making him the ninth highest earner.
      Marc Cucurella takes home £175k-a-week, which is less than left-back rival Ben Chilwell, who is thought to be on £190k-a-week.
      Reece James has shot up to the club’s fourth highest earner alongside the incoming Felix after the England defender signed a mega new £250k-a-week deal.
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      And while Mason Mount currently only scoops £88k-a-week, it may not be long until he’s alongside the likes of James.
      The Blues are keen to tie the academy graduate down to a new deal after securing James’ long-term future.
      The Blues have handed 18-year-old Carney Chukwuemeka a reported £85k-a-week deal.
      And summer deadline day loan addition Denis Zakaria is thought to be on £35k-a-week.
      Back-up keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga earns £190k-a-week, more than double rival shot-stopper Edouard Mendy.
      Other big earners include Christian Pulisic, who rakes in £160k-a-week.
      Jorginho and Thiago Silva are both on £110k-a-week, while Mateo Kovacic and Hakim Ziyech each earn £100k-a-week, as per Spotrac’s figures. More

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      Enzo Fernandez ‘set to play for Benfica tonight’ but transfer talks with Chelsea back ON despite manager’s claims

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      CHELSEA target Enzo Fernandez is expected to play for Benfica tonight – but talks with the Blues are back ON.The midfielder was left out of the squad that beat Portimonense on Friday due to his ongoing transfer saga with Chelsea.
      Enzo Fernandez is set to feature for in Benfica’s cup match with Varzim tonightCredit: Record
      Fernandez missed Benfica’s victory over Portimonense on FridayCredit: Getty
      But the Portuguese giants then appeared to confirm that a move to West London was off after boss More

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      Joao Felix flies to London on private jet to complete Chelsea loan transfer as girlfriend posts picture inside plane

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      JOAO FELIX is flying to London to complete his London move to Chelsea.The Atletico Madrid star’s girlfriend Margarida Corceiro uploaded a photo to Instagram on a private jet on the way to the capital and captioned it ‘Morning’ as she travelled with him.
      Joao Felix’s girlfriend snapped herself on a private jet to LondonCredit: Instagram / @magui_corceiro
      Felix is closing in on a loan to ChelseaCredit: Rex

      This comes hours after the Portugal ace was filmed by El Chiringuito TV as the passenger in a black Mercedes as he made his journey to complete the transfer.
      But the deal still reportedly rests on one major condition being met.
      The struggling Blues joined the race for the Atletico forward to stun Arsenal and Manchester United.
      They will pay a £10million loan fee to bring Felix, 23, to Stamford Bridge for the remainder of the season.
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      According to Marca, the paperwork is almost complete to confirm the transfer, with NO option to make the switch permanent.
      However, the Spanish newspaper insist Atletico will not sign off the contracts just yet though.
      That is because the LaLiga giants will demand Felix extends his contract at the Wanda Metropolitano by an extra 12 months to 2027 before he is allowed to leave on loan.
      The Portuguese star has three-and-a-half years left on his current deal but extending it will help Atleti balance the books.
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      Should Felix agree to the new contract, the move to Chelsea will go ahead after he snubbed interest from the Emirates and Old Trafford.
      Atletico Madrid are keen to let the Portuguese forward go because he has made it clear he no longer wants to play for the club and keeping an unhappy player around could disrupt the dressing room harmony.
      Felix joined Atletico from Benfica for £112m in 2019 but the former Golden Boy winner has not progressed as well as many predicted.

      He has managed 34 goals in 131 appearances but did help Atleti win LaLiga in 2020-21 then was named the club’s player of the year last season.
      On the international stage, Felix has 28 senior caps for Portugal with four goals, including one at the Qatar World Cup in the dramatic win over Ghana.
      It is not exactly clear where Graham Potter would want to deploy him in the Chelsea team due to his versatility in attack.
      One option could see him go in as a No9 and play up front on his own but the 5ft 11ins forward would likely prefer to play either slightly deeper, wider or with a strike partner.
      The deal rests on a certain condition being metCredit: Marca More