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      ‘I have no idea’ – Eden Hazard denies Chelsea transfer interest and commits to Real Madrid project ahead of World Cup

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      EDEN HAZARD appears to have squashed any rumours of his Chelsea return after revealing there has been no contact between himself and The Blues. Hazard, 31, swapped Stamford Bridge for Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu in 2019 in a deal that could have risen to £130million.
      Eden Hazard has dismissed rumours of any contact between himself and ChelseaCredit: Reuters
      Hazard sits next to former Chelsea star Antonio Rudiger on the Real Madrid benchCredit: Getty
      However, persistent injuries have prevented him from ever getting a long run in the team and this has subsequently seen him fail to perform at the levels he showed during his time at Chelsea.
      And having played just 72 times for Los Blancos so far, it had seemed his days in Spain were numbered last summer and even more recently.
      Reports of interest have come flooding in with Newcastle, Aston Villa and Chelsea among the most interested candidates, though Hazard appears to have dashed hopes of a Chelsea reunion.
      Speaking to Marca, Hazard revealed there had been no option for him to leave Madrid in recent years, and when asked specifically about whether Chelsea had contacted him he reaffirmed this stance with a simple: “No.”
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      The Belgian was then asked how he thought the news had come about, to which he said: “I have no idea.”
      But while Hazard committed to Madrid for the remainder of the season, he did hint that he would be open to leaving the club next summer when his contract has just one year remaining.
      He added: “In January it is impossible, (to leave) because I have family and I like the city.
      “But in summer it is possible that I will leave. I have one more year on my contract and it’s the club’s decision.
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      “If the club tells me ‘Eden, thank you for the four years, but you have to go’, I have to accept it because it’s normal.
      “But I would like to play more, show more that I can play, that I am a good player.”
      Hazard will be hoping to make a good account of himself for Belgium at the World Cup in Qatar later this month. More

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      ‘We are working on it’ – AC Milan star Rafael Leao’s dad responds to Chelsea transfer question

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      RAFAEL LEAO’S dad gave a cryptic answer regarding speculation linking his son to Chelsea.The AC Milan forward, 23, continues to be linked with a transfer away from the San Siro.
      Rafael Leao is a transfer target for Chelsea as he stars for AC MilanCredit: Getty
      And with just 18 months left to run on his current deal with the Italian champions, the Blues are expected to step up their pursuit in 2023.
      Leao’s dad Antonio spoke with Record in their homeland Portugal and was quizzed on the winger’s future.
      Asked about his contract renewal at Milan, links with Chelsea and the legal dispute with Sporting, Leao Sr said: “The answer is: we are working on it.”
      Then asked directly if he meant signing a new deal or on the transfer to Stamford Bridge, he added: “We are dealing with it, because Rafael Leao has a contract that ends in 2024.
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      “Until that date, we are dealing with all of that.
      “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.”
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      Reports recently claimed Milan value Leao at more than £87million.
      The winger – also a target for Manchester United – has scored seven and assisted nine in Serie A and the Champions League this season.
      That strong form saw him named in Fernando Santos’ Portugal squad for the World Cup – alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes who had a frosty handshake in the dressing room. More

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      Chelsea appoint Paul Winstanley as director of global talent and transfers after latest raid on Brighton

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      CHELSEA have yet again raided Premier League side Brighton for another member of their backroom staff.The Blues have announced the arrival of Paul Winstanley, who has been appointed as the club’s director of global talent and transfers.
      Chelsea have already taken Graham Potter and his coaching staff from BrightonCredit: Getty
      Chelsea have paid Brighton a compensation package in order to bring Winstanley to Stamford Bridge.
      Speaking after being appointed Winstanley said: “I’m thrilled to be joining Chelsea and to continue working with Graham Potter and his team.
      “There is a real sense of excitement and momentum around the new ownership and this project.
      “I’m looking forward to working with such an outstanding group of colleagues as the club moves into a new era.”
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      His appointment has been welcomed by club owner Todd Boehly who, along with co-controlling owner Behdad Eghbali, said: “Paul is going to be a great addition to Chelsea.
      “He’s highly respected and is a key senior addition as we continue to build a world-class sporting team with a huge depth of talent, ambition and commitment who will work closely with us to drive Chelsea forward.
      “Paul shares our philosophy and will fit seamlessly into the organisation.”
      Brighton’s technical director David Weir said: “Paul has been an important part of our recruitment and overall progress in his time at the club, and naturally we did not want to see him leave.
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      “However, we understand that he sees this as an exciting opportunity to move into a more senior position and a different challenge at a new club.”
      Business between the two clubs has been regular this year as Marc Cucurella was sold to Chelsea, while Billy Gilmour and Levi Colwill made moves to the south coast.
      The Blues then poached manager Graham Potter and almost the entire coaching staff including club legend Bruno Saltor to replace Thomas Tuchel.
      Brighton have since appointed former Sassuolo manager Robert De Zebri and are 7th in the Premier League, above Chelsea on goal difference. More

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      How Atletico Madrid could line up under Tuchel with Aubameyang and Mount and hijacking Chelsea’s Nkunku transfer

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      THOMAS TUCHEL is favourite to replace under pressure Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone and he could look to bring a number of Chelsea stars with him.Pressure is mounting on the Spaniards’ legendary long-term boss after the humiliating exit from European football.
      Tuchel is favourite to replace under pressure Atletico boss SimeoneCredit: Alamy
      Simeone is an Atletico legendCredit: Getty
      The 52-year-old, the world’s highest-paid manager, has been in charge at Atletico since 2011 and has won both LaLiga and the Europa League twice in taking Atletico out of the shadows of Real Madrid and Barcelona.
      But this season’s Champions League calamity, while also trailing league leaders Barcelona by 13 points, could see Atletico part ways with Simeone.
       Fichajes are claiming that Tuchel is the favourite to take over should Simeone leave and he could transform how the Spanish side look.
      A number of stars Tuchel managed at Chelsea could make the switch, as well as some transfer targets that were identified during his 20-month reign at Stamford Bridge.
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      One of those stars could be Mason Mount, who is at a contract renewal stalemate with Chelsea.
      Mount’s contract expires in 2024 and Chelsea would like to tie the academy product down to a new deal.
      The England international played some of his best football under the German.
      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang joined Chelsea in the summer and was excited to work under Tuchel, who managed him at Borussia Dortmund.
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      The pair could reunite for the third time at Atletico with Aubameyang leading the line.
      Joao Felix is also reportedly heading for the exit door, leaving a potential opening.
      Goalkeeper Edouard Mendy is said to be considering his future at Stamford Bridge after falling behind Kepa Arrizabalaga in the pecking order.
      Mendy was Tuchel’s No1 in the 2021 Champions League win.
      And RB Leipzig’s Christopher Nkunku could also become a target.
      The Frenchman was identified as a transfer option for Chelsea while Tuchel was in charge.
      In a sweet bit of revenge, Tuchel could look to scupper Blues owner Todd Boehly and Co’s plans to sign the attacking sensation.
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      Thomas Tuchel being kicked OUT of UK after Chelsea sacking due to Brexit rules and needs new job to be allowed to return

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      POST-BREXIT visa laws means ex-Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel will be kicked OUT of the UK because he is out of employment.The German, 49, was sacked by Chelsea in September despite spending just shy of £250million on new players.
      Tuchel will leave the UK next month and head to MunichCredit: Alamy
      According to the Telegraph, the Blues’ Todd Boehly-Clearlake Capital ownership put two members of Tuchel’s staff on gardening leave, allowing them to remain in England with their families.
      Being placed on gardening leave means they are technically still contracted to Chelsea.
      However, Tuchel was not made a similar offer to Zslot Low and Benjamin Webber, and due to post-Brexit visa laws, the Champions League-winning manager will be kicked OUT of the UK next month.
      Tuchel was happy in Surrey, where his daughters have attended school, the report says.
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      But he has been left with no choice but to find a new permanent home, and it is understood he will move to Munich in his native country.
      Tuchel arrived at Chelsea in 2021 on a post-Brexit Governing Body Endorsement visa and attempts to get clarity on different options or get help to apply for an alternative visa have proved unsuccessful.
      Despite not being allowed to permanently stay in England, Tuchel intends to travel back to London regularly and split his time between the capital and Munich.
      Tuchel is said to be waiting for the right opportunity to return to coaching.
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      He has already rejected proposals from English and overseas clubs.
      A previous report in the Telegraph claimed Tuchel would be interested in succeeding Gareth Southgate as England manager IF the post becomes available after November-December’s World Cup.
      Working with Tuchel could be tempting for the FA.
      Chelsea reached the final of every club competition available under Tuchel during his 20-month reign. More

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      Roma ‘are willing to listen to offers for ex-Chelsea star Tammy Abraham to fund transfer for Sassuolo’s Davide Frattesi’

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      ROMA are reportedly willing to listen to offers for ex-Chelsea star Tammy Abraham to fund their transfer assault for Sassuolo’s Davide Frattesi.Abraham, 25, joined the Italian giants last summer for £35million.
      Roma are open to selling Abraham in JanuaryCredit: Getty
      Abraham has had an underwhelming season in front of goal
      He went on to score 27 goals and provide six assists across all competitions for Jose Mourinho’s side and helped Roma win the inaugural Uefa Europa Conference League.
      However, his fortunes haven’t been as great this term, scoring just four times in 20 appearances in all competitions
      This led to boss Mourinho publicly hitting out at the striker, calling on him to address his woes in front of goal.
      And now according to Calciomercato, Roma are open to selling Abraham in the January transfer window should any interesting offers arrive.
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      Roma director Tiago Pinto wants to strengthen Mourinho’s squad in the New Year and has set his sights on Sassuolo midfielder Frattesi.
      Sassuolo will not consider any loan offers and it would take a fair whack of cash to part with the 23-year-old, which is where Abraham could come into play.
      Abraham’s form isn’t only a concern for Roma.
      The ex-Chelsea striker missed out on a place in Gareth Southgate’s 26-man England squad for the World Cup in Qatar.
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      Boss Southgate, whose Three Lions are among the favourites to win in Qatar, publicly cited Abraham’s form as to why he wasn’t picked.
      Newcastle’s Callum Wilson was selected ahead of Abraham and Brentford’s Ivan Toney, with the latter being a surprise omission.
      Southgate said on Abraham: “Tammy has had a poor run of scoring form at the wrong time.
      “It’s not a case where we’re three to four weeks away from the finals, we’re 10 days.
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      “So form could be more important. We don’t really know where they are until we see them face to face, on the training pitch, medical issues we’re not completely aware of.
      “We know the form we see in the matches, but you don’t get the full picture.”
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      Man Utd and Chelsea interested in Robert Sanchez transfer from Brighton after he is called up to Spain’s World Cup squad

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Chelsea are reportedly keeping tabs on Brighton star Robert Sanchez.The goalkeeper is going to the World Cup with Spain this month.
      De Gea’s future at Man Utd is uncertainCredit: Reuters
      Man Utd and Chelsea like the look of Brighton goalie Robert SanchezCredit: Getty
      That’s at the expense of United’s David De Gea and Chelsea’s Kepa Arrizabalaga.
      And the Mirror claims both Premier League giants are interested in signing Sanchez next summer.
      The 24-year-old burst on to the scene two seasons ago under now-Chelsea boss Graham Potter.
      Sanchez has since played 79 times for Brighton.
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      And he is now a regular in Spain’s international set-up, winning his first cap last year.
      Old pal Potter remains a huge fan of Sanchez and believes he is ideally suited to his style of possession football.
      As for United, they are in more urgent need of a new stopper as doubts remain over De Gea’s future.
      The veteran is out of contract next summer, although United have the option to extend his deal for a further year.
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      But the Red Devils do not want to continue forking out De Gea’s reported £350,000-a-week salary until 2024.
      The Premier League and Europa League winner has reportedly expressed an interest in taking a salary cut.
      However, Erik ten Hag could yet opt for a clean break, and Sanchez is seen as a suitable replacement.
      He is tied down to Brighton until 2027, and Roberto De Zerbi sees him as a key player.
      But it’s understood Sanchez has a £57million release clause, making him a viable option should clubs decide they really want him. More

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      Mason Mount ‘reach a stalemate’ in Chelsea contract extension talks with England star having just 18-months left

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      CHELSEA star Mason Mount is struggling to agree a new contract at the club, according to reports. The England international has 18 months left on his current deal expiring at the end of next season.
      Mason Mount is yet to agree a new deal at ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Mount has been discussing his future with Chelsea but there is yet to be a major breakthrough in the negotiations.
      The Telegraph are reporting that talks have reached a stalemate.
      And the West London side are already beginning to draw up a list of potential replacements with Roma’s Lorenzo Pellegrini and Villarreal ace Yeremy Pino on their shortlist.
      However conversations regarding a potential new contract for Mount are set to continue.
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      The attacking midfielder came through the Chelsea academy and has been at the club since he was a kid.
      He has made 21 appearances for the Blues this season scoring two goals and assisting a further six.
      The 23-year-old has been an integral part of the starting XI since Graham Potter took over as manager rarely missing a game for Chelsea.
      However he is in poor form and has not contributed with an attacking return in his last eight matches – his longest spell without a goal or assist since earlier this season when it hit ten games.
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      Mount’s place in the team could soon be under threat if Chelsea complete the signing of RB Leipzig ace Christopher Nkunku.
      Chelsea have also been linked with Brighton star Leandro Trossard with his deal at the Amex finishing at the end of this season.
      Mount has the chance to impress on the biggest stage as he has a spot in the England squad heading to Qatar and has been regularly trusted by manager Gareth Southgate. More