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      Chelsea blow with Real Madrid ‘all in’ on Josko Gvardiol transfer as LaLiga giants plot stunning £78million swoop

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      CHELSEA have had their hopes of attracting rising star Josko Gvardiol to Stamford Bridge dashed as Real Madrid make their intent known.The London club have been linked with a big money move for Gvardiol as they look to bolster their backline.
      Josko Gvardiol’s Croatia face up against Brazil in the quarter-finals of the World Cup next.
      The centre-back currently plays for RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga and his contact doesn’t expire until 2027, meaning anyone interested will have to fork out a serious fee.
      Reports in Spain have emerged that Real Madrid are willing to pay what is needed to attract the Croatian born player to the Bernabeu.
      Alfredo Pedulla has reported that the Spanish giants are willing to put in a bid of around £78million to beat Chelsea to the post.
      Gvardiol has cemented his name as one of the hottest prospects in football with some impressive performances during the World Cup.
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      The 20-year-old is currently in Qatar representing Croatia who have made it into the quarter-finals of the competition.
      The youngster has played every minute of the tournament so far for his nation and has been an integral part of their success.
      Chelsea have been heavily linked with luring him to the capital, but his agent, Marjan Sisic, has said Gvardiol is in no rush to leave Germany.
      He told Sky Germany: “Regarding a possible transfer in the summer of 2023 we are not in a hurry.
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      “I can also make it clear that there are no pre-agreements with any clubs. For sure, a lot of top clubs are informed about him but Josko has a long-term contract in Leipzig.
      “Josko feels totally happy in Leipzig. His development is amazing and RB are playing very well under Marco Rose.”
      Gvardiol has made 65 appearances for RB Leipzig including 10 in the Champions League which is an impressive level of experience for such a young player.
      Barcelona, Liverpool and Manchester City have all also been linked with a move for the former Dinamo Zagreb man and so there will be a lot of competition to secure his signature. More

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      Adrien Rabiot reveals he is ‘attracted’ to the Premier League after he is linked with transfers to Man Utd and Chelsea

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Chelsea target Adrien Rabiot wants to play in the Premier League.Rabiot is set to become a free agent in the summer and can sign a pre-contract agreement with a Prem club in January.
      Adrien Rabiot says he wants to one day play in the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty
      United were close to signing the France international in a £15m deal in the summer, although he ended up staying at Juventus due to his wage demands.
      But with his contract in Turin running down, the midfielder now looks to set to move away.
      Chelsea are also interested and are plotting a Januarymove, with serious doubts over the futures of N’Golo Kante and Jorginho.
      Although Rabiot confirmed that he’s weighing up his options ahead of the market reopening for business.
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      Before the World Cup, he said: “The Premier League remains the most followed league, but I don’t think about the future.
      “I stay focused on the World Cup. The club and I are in no hurry.
      “There is serenity and we will have time to weigh up every possibility.”
      But the 27-year-old recently commented on his future and revealed that he wants to play in England, although he didn’t specify whether that’ll be in the near future.
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      He said: “Premier League attracts me. I’ve always said I’d like to play there — will it be at the end of my contract at Juve? I don’t know.
      “I don’t have favourite team in England, no team where I’d necessarily like to play.” More

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      Arsenal and Chelsea scouts ‘left stunned by Porto winger Pepe’ but player is only available in £65m transfer

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      ARSENAL and Chelsea are reportedly due to battle it out for Porto winger Pepe.The 25-year-old Brazilian was first linked with the Gunners back in the summer.
      Porto star Pepe has left Chelsea and Arsenal scouts amazedCredit: AFP
      Arsenal and Chelsea are both chasing Porto winger Pepe along with JuventusCredit: Getty
      However, his hefty price tag put off Mikel Arteta from making a moving.
      Scouts have continued monitoring the star’s progress this term, and a fresh report has claimed that both Arsenal and Premier League rivals Chelsea have been blown away by his performances.
      Portuguese outlet A Bola allegedly left their talent spotters “with their mouths open”.
      And they are not the only clubs considering a move.

      Italian giants Juventus are now believed to have placed him on their wishlist.
      But any transfer move for the South American will be costly.
      Porto are holding out for at least £65million for Pepe – which would trigger his release clause.
      He began his career at local side Foz do Iguacu back in his homeland.
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      After bursting on to the scene there, he was soon snapped up by Gremio and won the Campeonato Gaucho for four straight years.
      He helped himself to 20 goals in 86 league appearances for them, which led to Porto making their move.
      The Brazilian U23 international headed to Portugal in 2021 and he has helped them to the Primeira Liga title plus the Taca de Portugal, the country’s version of the FA Cup, and Supertaca Candido de Oliveira, which is similar to the Community Shield. More

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      Arsenal, Chelsea and Man Utd in Joao Felix transfer battle as Atletico Madrid demand £120m for out-of-favour star

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      ARSENAL, Chelsea and Manchester United are in a battle to sign Atletico Madrid star Joao Felix, according to reports.The Portugal ace is enjoying a fine World Cup and has three of English football’s top clubs on his radar.
      Joax Felix is likely to leave Atletico Madrid this summer according to the club’s ownerCredit: Getty
      This comes after reports that Felix has fallen out with manager Diego Simeone, with their relationship said to be beyond repair.
      As a result, the club’s owner Gil Marin has admitted the 23-year-old is up for sale.
      He said: “The relationship between the coach and him is not good, nor is his motivation.
      “The most reasonable thing is to think about his departure, although I would love him to stay. But it is not his will.”
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      Therefore, Relevo claim that Prem giants Arsenal, United and Chelsea are all in the running.
      But the forward, who’s scored once and assisted twice in four games at the World Cup, will cost around £120m.
      Felix, who became the fourth-most expensive player EVER when he arrived from Benfica for £113m in 2019, still has more than four years left on his deal.
      United desperately need a forward following Ronaldo’s departure, while Arsenal are hoping to sign one in January with Gabriel Jesus facing around three months on the sidelines.
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      Meanwhile, Chelsea have been short of goals with Kai Havertz and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang scoring just four times between them in the league.
      But the Prem trio face competition from both Bayern Munich and PSG, who are also sniffing around. More

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      Ex-Chelsea boss Tuchel and former Man Utd chief Rangnick linked with Germany manager and director jobs

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      FORMER Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel could replace Hansi Flick as Germany boss, according to reports.The World Cup giants crashed out in the group stage in Qatar, four years after suffering the same fate in Russia.
      Thomas Tuchel was sacked by Chelsea back in SeptemberCredit: AP
      Ralf Rangnick is the current manager of AustriaCredit: Getty
      On Monday, Oliver Bierhoff, the director of the national team, resigned following the nightmare campaign.
      And Flick’s job is hanging in the balance, with the ex-Bayern Munich manager releasing a rather damning statement following Bierhoff’s departure.
      He said: “My coaching team and I are finding it difficult at the moment to imagine how the gap created by Oliver’s departure can be closed professionally and personally.”
      If Flick, 57, is sacked or chooses to resign from his post, Kicker understand that ex-Chelsea man Tuchel is one of the frontrunners to replace him.
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      The German coach, 49, was dismissed by the Blues back in September after a string of poor results.
      But overall he was a success at Stamford Bridge, winning the Champions League less than six months into his spell at the club.
      He could be joined in the Germany set-up by ex-Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick.
      Rangnick, 64, left Old Trafford after a short stint as interim head coach last season, taking a managerial job with the Austria national team.
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      But he is now being linked with replacing Bierhoff as the Germans’ director of football.
      Rangnick was Tuchel’s head coach at Ulm in 1997 where the pair formed a relationship.
      Three years later, he then gave Tuchel a role as a youth coach at Stuttgart.
      Another candidate linked with Germany’s sporting director role is Hertha Berlin’s Fredi Bobic. More

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      Man Utd and Chelsea blow as Real Madrid ‘agree anti-Haaland clause’ in bid to land Brazilian wonderkid Endrick

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      REAL MADRID have stolen a march on their rivals in the bid to sign Brazilian wonderkid Endrick by agreeing to an anti-Erling Haaland clause, a report says.Palmeiras forward Endrick, 16, is considered one of the best football prospects in the world and is on the radar of Europe’s top clubs.
      Real are receptive to the idea of ditching their long-time interest in Haaland in order to sign EndrickCredit: Getty
      Real tried to sign Haaland before he joined CityCredit: Getty
      The likes of Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea and Arsenal are all keen, as are Spanish giants Real and Barcelona.
      However, according to Marca, Real are receptive to the idea of dropping their long-time interest in Manchester City’s Haaland in order to sign Endrick.
      The Brazilian’s representatives believe the two players have playing styles that are too similar and would be detrimental to the teenager’s progression.
      Endrick will celebrate his 18th birthday in the summer of 2024, the age at which he would be able to join Real’s senior squad.
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      At the same time, goal machine Haaland will be turning 24, and will be available for a transfer due to a clause in his City contract.
      Real hold reservations over any deal.
      However, Haaland’s wages would not fit Real’s pay structure and there are concerns that he will be reluctant to commit his long-term future to the project.
      There are also concerns over the Norway ace’s injury record in recent seasons.
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      Haaland has netted an impressive 23 goals across all competitions this season.
      An impressive 18 of those strikes have come in the Premier League, where City trail league leaders Arsenal by five points. More

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      Canada World Cup star Jonathan David issues come-and-get-me transfer plea to Man Utd and Chelsea

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      CANADA striker Jonathan David is keen on a Premier League move. The Lille ace has attracted interest from Manchester United and Chelsea having bagged nine league goals this season in France. 
      Jonathan David would be open to leaving LilleCredit: Getty
      The 22-year-old did not score at the World Cup before Canada’s exit but insists he has improved as a player despite his nation crashing out following three defeats. 
      David said: “The Premier League is the best league in the world and every player would want to play there some day. 
      “I have been focused on trying to enjoy the World Cup and enjoy the moment. 
      “What happens now I do not know, we will see.” 
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      The Maple Leafs only scored two goals in Qatar – one own goal – but won a legion of new fans with their fearless style. 
      They will host the 2026 tournament along with the United States and Mexico. 
      After losing 2-1 to Morocco on Thursday, David added: “Any player who plays at the World Cup, no matter what the outcome, you become a better player, you learn from it, and it helps you grow,”
      “The future is bright, despite the three losses. 
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      “There are some good things we take and learn from to try and do better in the future. 
      “What makes the difference at the highest level is the smallest things, not finishing our chances and not holding onto scorelines.” More

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      AC Milan ‘target Hakim Ziyech loan transfer in January with view to signing Chelsea star permanently in summer’

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      HAKIM ZIYECH could be leaving London on loan with AC Milan hoping to lure him to Italy after his torrid time in the capital.The Moroccan international has been at Chelsea since July 2020, but has failed to impress at Stamford Bridge.
      Ziyech has played more 90 minutes at the World Cup so far than he has all season for Chelsea.Credit: EPA
      The 29-year-old has completed 90 minutes just once for the Blues this season and could be tempted to leave in search of more game time.
      AC Milan are reportedly looking to swoop in and offer him that with a proposed loan deal in January.
      According to Italian outlet Gazzetta Dello Sport the 19-time Serie A champions are hoping to bring Ziyech in on an initial loan in the new year with a view to making it permanent in the summer.
      Ziyech cost Chelsea £33.3 million when he signed from Ajax, but the London club would be lucky to recoup anything near that fee for the attacking midfielder if they were to sell now.
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      Despite not getting much game time under Graham Potter, Ziyech has been a prominent figure in his nation’s World Cup campaign.
      He completed the full 90 minutes in both of Morocco’s first two games in Qatar where they faced Croatia and Belgium without conceding a goal.
      Manchester United have also previously been linked with a move for Ziyech with Erik Ten Haag looking to reunite with the man he managed at Ajax.
      Ziyech himself was reluctant to rule out a move away in January when asked about his future whilst out in Qatar.
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      He said: “It’s hard to say, difficult to say. We don’t know what will happen in winter. It’s football, so it’s difficult to say.”
      Ajax have also been linked with bringing him back to Amsterdam, but will face competition in the race.
      Ziyech had an amazing career with the Dutch champions, scoring an impressive 49 goals and racking up a whopping 81 assists over the course of 165 games with the club. More