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      Chelsea on brink of sealing Molde striker David Datro Fofana for £9m transfer to replace injured star Armando Broja

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      CHELSEA are allegedly on the verge of signing Molde’s David Datro Fofana as a replacement for injured striker Armando Broja.Albanian international Broja looks set to miss the rest of the season after scans revealed he had torn his ACL and needed surgery.
      Chelsea are reportedly on the verge of signing David Datro Fofana from MoldeCredit: Getty
      The Chelsea striker went down in cries of pain during the first half of their mid-season friendly against Aston Villa on Sunday.
      Broja, 21, was challenging for the ball with Villa defender Ezri Konsa who, along with teammate Robin Olsen, immediately signalled for medical assistance after the ace caught his boot in the turf.
      He returned to London with the Chelsea squad on Monday before undergoing a scan to assess the damage which revealed he faces five months on the sidelines.
      That setback leaves Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang as the club’s only out-and-out senior striker.
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      With no recall option to bring Romelu Lukaku back from his loan at Inter Milan, boss Graham Potter is desperate for reinforcements.

      And now he is allegedly on the verge of bringing in the 19-year-old Ivory Coast international Datro Fofana.
      Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano broke the news earlier on social media.
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      He tweeted: “Chelsea are on the verge of signing David Datro Fofana, here we go soon!
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      “There’s full agreement in place with Molde to sign Ivorian striker born in 2002.”
      He added: “Personal terms are still being discussed with player — then deal will be signed for more than €10m fee.”
      The teenager, who stands at 5ft 11in, made his breakthrough into the Molde first-team in 2021 and already has experience of the Europa Conference League.
      He rifled in 19 goals in 34 appearances last term, which earned him international recognition last month.
      Datro Fofana received his first cap for Ivory Coast in their 4-0 friendly victory over Burundi.
      Now he could be set for another big step-up if he manages to finalise personal terms for a switch to Stamford Bridge. More

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      Arsenal ‘preparing Sergej Milinkovic-Savic transfer offer with Man Utd target wanted from Lazio in January’

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      LAZIO star Sergej Milinkovic-Savic is reportedly a January transfer target for Arsenal.The North London side are believed to be keen on stealing the Serbian midfielder’s signature from under the noses of their Premier League rivals.
      Arsenal are believed to be keen on a second move for Sergej Milinkovic-SavicCredit: Getty
      The Serbian was at the World Cup in QatarCredit: Getty
      The 39-capped international has been linked with a move to England for years, with clubs such as Chelsea and Manchester United both credited with an interest in him.
      But it seems that Arsenal are now his most likely destination with the Metro suggesting that Mikel Arteta’s side are looking to win the race for him.
      The Gunners tried to sign the midfielder in the summer but their bid of £42million rejected.
      Lazio’s club president Claudio Lotito has been vocal about his wish to keep Milinkovic-Savic at the club and has been consistent about saying how highly valued he is at the Rome club.
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      He recently claimed that the player is worth £105million after he was asked if Juventus had agreed to a transfer for him.
      He said: “‘I have no agreement with his agent [Mateja] Kezman to sell him to Juventus of anyone else in the winter.
      “On the contrary, he is now worth €120m [£105m], not €100m [£88m]. Every month the price goes up.”
      However, the player’s contract expires at the end of the 2023/24 season and he would then be free to walk away for nothing.
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      It is thought that the price for Milinkovic-Savic has dropped as it has become clear that he will not renew his deal at the Stadio Olympico.
      Reports have suggested that the Serie A side would sell him for £69m in January and for as low as £34m in the summer.

      The 27-year-old has been a key player for Lazio since joining the club in 2015.
      He has helped them win the Coppa Italia and has been named the club’s player of the season for the last two campaigns. More

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      Frenkie de Jong ‘set to snub Man Utd and Chelsea again with Barcelona star prepared to agree transfer to Euro giant’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Chelsea target Frenkie de Jong could snub a move to England in favour of joining Bayern Munich, according to reports.The Dutchman was heavily linked with the Prem duo in the recent window although he ended up staying with Barcelona.
      Frenkie de Jong’s future at Barcelona is still uncertainCredit: AP
      But he was said to be unhappy with Barca for trying to force him to leave.
      As a result, De Jong found himself out of the team following a summer of uncertainty, starting just one of Barca’s first four La Liga games.
      He’s since won his place back and has established himself as a regular once again.
      But his future still remains in doubt.
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      According to Spanish outlet Sport, the midfielder wants to stay at the Nou Camp.
      However, Bayern Munich, another who were interested in the summer, are hoping to take advantage of Barcelona’s financial mess.
      And the report claims the ex-Ajax star would be “tempted” by a switch to the Bundesliga.
      Meanwhile, Bayern are “convinced” that Barcelona might be forced to sell next summer, with another year off his contract likely to make for a more reasonable price.
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      On the pitch, De Jong enjoyed an impressive World Cup, helping Holland reach the quarter-finals before they suffered penalty heartache against Argentina.
      The 25-year-old played all-but four minutes, chipping in with one goal and one assist. More

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      Chelsea on alert as Juventus ‘open to letting Serbia World Cup star Dusan Vlahovic leave in shock transfer in January’

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      JUVENTUS could let Dusan Vlahovic leave next year amid interest from Chelsea, according to reports.The striker signed for the Serie A giants last January in a £62million move from Fiorentina.
      Dusan Vlahovic has managed six goals in Serie A this season
      Juventus are prepared to let Dusan Vlahovic leaveCredit: Getty
      He has been in good goalscoring form for the Old Lady with 16 goals in 36 games.
      But Juventus are prepared to let Vlahovic leave amid record losses at the club over the last three years.
      The Serbia international, 22, could even leave when the January transfer window opens, according to CBS reporter Ben Jacobs.
      He adds that several top European clubs are interested in Vlahovic and are in touch with his agent.
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      Chelsea are included in that group but Arsenal and Manchester United have also been linked.
      The Gunners tried to land Vlahovic last year before he signed for Juventus.
      And with Gabriel Jesus out injured for up to three months it is possible the Premier League leaders will try to lure Vlahovic to North London.
      Graham Potter’s Blues might go for him as they continue to look for an option to fill the Romelu Lukaku-shaped hole in their side left by the Belgium striker’s return on loan to Inter Milan.
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      Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain are also keen, according to Il Bianconero.
      Liverpool have also been linked to the striker in a possible swap deal that would see Ibrahima Konate head to Turin. More

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      Arsenal and Chelsea transfer boost with Wilfried Zaha ‘most likely’ to QUIT Crystal Palace on free and run down contract

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      ARSENAL and Chelsea have been handed a boost in their pursuit of Wilfried Zaha with the winger set to run down his Crystal Palace contract, a report says.The 30-year-old has long been linked with a move away from Selhurst Park.
      Zaha s set to run down his Palace contractCredit: Alamy
      However, a big money transfer has never materialised despite his sensational form and a host of interest.
      Zaha is now in the final year of his contract at Palace meaning he can move for free at the end of this season.
      And according to Fabrizio Romano, Zaha is likely to snub a new deal at Palace and run down his contract, much to the delight of interested parties Arsenal and Chelsea.
      Arsenal could hold the advantage over their London rivals.
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      Zaha has previously admitted he is an Arsenal fan, despite his deep affection for Palace.
      In a 2017 interview on who he supports, Zaha said: “Arsenal. Still do.”
      The Ivory Coast international has six Premier League goals to his name in 13 games this season.
      Palace currently occupy 11th and restart their domestic campaign on Boxing Day at home to Fulham.
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      A win would lift Palace into the top half of the Prem table and above Chelsea and Brighton.
      They would also draw level on points with Liverpool.
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      Man Utd and Chelsea transfer blow with AC Milan chief ‘relaxed and confident’ Rafael Leao will happily sign new contract

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Chelsea have suffered a dent in their transfer pursuit of Rafael Leao. It comes as AC Milan president Paolo Scaroni revealed he was at ease over contract talks regarding Leao.
      Rafael Leao scored twice for Portugal at the World CupCredit: Getty
      AC Milan’s president is “relaxed” over a new deal for LeaoCredit: Alamy
      Speaking to Gazzetta dello Sport, Scaroni said: “I’m told that Rafa is really happy in Milano and with AC Milan.
      “Paolo Maldini’s taking care of the new deal negotiation so I’m confident and relaxed about it.”
      Leao was in action during the Qatar World Cup for Portugal before they were knocked out by semi-finalists Morocco.
      The attacker netted two goals off the bench. One during their opening 3-2 victory over Ghana and the other in the 6-1 thrashing of Switzerland.
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      Leao has just over 18 months left on his current Milan contract, meaning a transfer move for him is likely to occur in the next two windows if Milan do not want to let him go for nothing.
      Man Utd and Chelsea have been two of the leading parties in the pursuit of the 23-year-old.
      Erik ten Hag’s side are eyeing him as an alternative to Dutch ace Cody Gakpo, who has seen his asking price double since the summer, as they seek a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo.
      Meanwhile, Leao’s father gave a cryptic answer when previously asked about a transfer to Chelsea.
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      He said: “The answer is: we are working on it. We are dealing with it because Rafael Leao has a contract that ends in 2024. Until that date, we are dealing with all of that (transfer, contract and Sporting legal dispute).
      “Without Chelsea, without Barcelona, without Real Madrid, we are dealing with that.
      “Rafael loves being in Italy. He has an affection for the Italians that the Portuguese don’t have for him.
      “He won the trophy for best player in Serie A not because he’s handsome, but because he’s the best.”
      However, Scaroni’s latest comments will not bode well for either club’s hopes of signing him. More

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      Man Utd and Arsenal joined by Newcastle in Christian Pulisic transfer battle with USA winger set to quit Chelsea

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      NEWCASTLE are reportedly considering swooping for Christian Pulisic as they join Manchester United and Arsenal in the fight for the American. There is renewed interest in the Chelsea winger after he showed off his abilities in the US’ run to the World Cup last-16.
      After several frustrating months at Chelsea, Pulisic came to the fore at the World Cup with the USACredit: Getty
      Big Premier League clubs are believed to be interested in a January move for Pulisic and Newcastle have now joined the fight.
      The Mirror report that the 24-year-old is one of three targets Eddie Howe’s side are considering to strengthen their Champions League ambitions.
      Chelsea value Pulisic at around £40m but Newcastle are hoping to get the fee reduced.
      They face a battle with Man United and league leaders Arsenal but the pair would reportedly prefer a loan.
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      But the Blues are believed to prefer a permanent deal if they were to cash in on Pulisic.
      The attacker struggled to find a way into either Thomas Tuchel or Graham Potter’s Chelsea teams after thriving in his first season at Stamford Bridge.
      The Magpies will hope he can help boost their efforts to finish in the top 4 after the club’s brilliant start to the season.
      Newcastle sat third going into the World Cup break having won their last five games on the bounce.
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      They have also lost fewer games than Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City.
      If they cannot land Pulisic, the north-east club have other options.
      Leeds ace Jack Harrison and Brighton star Leandro Trossard are also believed to have caught Newcastle’s eye. More

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      Eden Hazard ‘tempted by MLS transfer as ex-Chelsea star considers quitting Real Madrid to rediscover form’

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      EDEN HAZARD is considering a move to Major League Soccer in order to escape his Real Madrid nightmare. The Ex-Chelsea star announced his retirement from International football after Belgium were eliminated from the World Cup during the group stages.
      Eden Hazard could pursue a move to the MLSCredit: EPA
      And now, with his club career having taken a dramatic fall off since he moved to Spain the 31-year-old is looking at ways to reignite his career.
      According to French outlet L’Equipe, the MLS is one such destination which interests him.
      The winger has struggled for game time under Carlo Ancelotti this season.
      He played just six times at club level prior to the World Cup, with four of these coming as cameos off the bench.
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      Hazard has previously admitted that he would be willing to leave the Spanish giants next summer if they told him to go.
      He said: “I have one more year and I have to show (what I can do) but it isn’t easy. I’m not playing, I want to play more. I’m really sorry about what has happened.
      “In January it’s impossible (to leave), because I have my family and I like the city.
      “But in the summer it’s possible that I leave. I have a year left on my contract and it’s a decision for the club.
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      “If the club says ‘Eden, thanks for these four years, but you have to go’ I’ll have to accept it.
      “But being a Real Madrid player was my dream as a kid. I want to play for this club.”
      Following his international retirement, Hazard was spotted taking in some Basketball in New York as the Atlanta Hawks took on the New York Knicks in the NBA.
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