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    Man Utd and Chelsea transfer boost as Matthijs de Ligt confirms he could SNUB new Juventus contract with talks ongoing

    MATTHIJS DE LIGT has hinted that he could reject a new contract offer from Juventus in the near future.The 22-year-old quickly became one of the most sought-after defenders in the world when he established himself as Ajax captain in 2018.
    De Ligt has refused to rule out a move awayCredit: Getty
    A number of clubs were fighting for his signature at the time, but Juventus won the race with a £67.5million offer.
    Since arriving in Turin three years ago, De Ligt has made 117 appearances for the Old Lady despite having to share his position with club legends Giorgio Chiellini and Leonardo Bonucci.
    But now his future at the Allianz Stadium is in doubt as he has refused to rule out a move away.
    When speaking to Dutch outlet NOS, the defender said: “There are talks ongoing between me and Juventus.
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    “Once the right moment arrives, I will decide to extend or to look further.”
    De Ligt still has two years remaining on his current deal, which expires in June 2024.
    But Juventus could allow him to leave a lot sooner if he has no intentions of extending his stay.
    This would be great news for Manchester United and Chelsea as both sides have been keen to sign him in the past.
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    New United boss Erik ten Hag is a huge fan of the Dutchman and would like to bring him to Old Trafford as part of a squad rebuild.
    The pair worked together previously at Ajax, so the Red Devils are hoping that the prospect of a reunion would appeal to the player and his representatives.
    Meanwhile, Chelsea are said to be willing to go all-out to sign De Ligt this summer.
    The Todd Boehly era has now begun, which means the club is set to spend big in the next transfer window.
    Signing another defender is a top priority, with Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen already confirmed to be leaving.
    Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso could follow, so reinforcements will undoubtedly be needed. More

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    Lampard set to ‘RAID’ Chelsea, Blues ‘convinced’ on Jules Kounde deal, Lukaku ‘agrees’ Inter Milan RETURN – latest

    CHELSEA have to keep an eye on former manager and Blues legend Frank Lampard who is set to raid his old club for signings according to reports.The Everton boss is understandably in the market for some quality additions and he believes that a lot of his shopping can be done in West London.
    Meanwhile, Chelsea are reportedly convinced that Jules Kounde will be the first signing of the Todd Boehly era having narrowly missed out on the Frenchman last year.
    And reports suggest that Romelu Lukaku has agreed a sensational deal which will see him RETURN to former club Inter Milan in the transfer window.
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    Keep up to date with all of the latest gossip from the Stamford Bridge…
    Reds line up Christian aid
    Liverpool are keeping tabs on Chelsea ace Christian Pulisic as they prepare to lose Sadio Mane to Bayern Munich.
    According to Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg, Bayern sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic has held talks with Mane’s agent over a possible move in the summer.
    Reds boss Jurgen Klopp has drawn up a four-man shortlist to replace the star forward, according to the MailOnline.
    One of Klopp’s targets is Pulisic, who is rated at around £60million and is reportedly keen for a new challenge after an underwhelming season at Stamford Bridge.
    Liverpool have also been linked with Bayern’s Serge Gnabry and Villarreal’s Arnaut Danjuma.
    Tammy says he’s joining Liverpool
    Tammy Abraham has sent Liverpool fans into a frenzy after making a comment to Trent Alexander-Arnold during England training.
    Roma’s ex-Chelsea striker, 24, sparked transfer rumours after telling the right-back: “I’m joining you guys next season.”

    His admission was captured in a video which has been shared across social media.
    Some Liverpool supporters are now convinced that he was hinting at a potential move to Anfield.
    One excited fan tweeted: “I want this to happen, we obviously need a target man for those crosses. I wanna see what Klopp cooks up with him.”
    Another said: “Would be a great signing!!”
    Abraham joined Roma on a five-year deal last summer for a fee of £34million.
    He made an instant impact upon his arrival in Italy and quickly cemented his spot in Jose Mourinho’s starting line-up.
    In 37 appearances this season he has scored 17 goals – making him the highest English scorer in a single Serie A season.
    His impressive form has attracted the attention of various Premier League clubs, including Arsenal.
    Less of Maur could mean Mour of Jose
    PSG are lining up ex-chelsea and Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho to replace Mauricio Pochettino.
    The French champions are on the verge of parting company with Pochettino, who has walked a tight rope for the last two seasons.

    And SunSport understands the Parisians are contemplating replacing the Argentine with the resurgent Mourinho.
    The Portuguese breathed new life into his floundering managerial career with Serie big boys Roma last season.
    The Special One guided the Italians to Europa Conference League glory last month and a sixth-place league finish.
    And the 59-year-old’s stellar debut season at the Stadio Olimpico has promoted PSG chiefs to weigh up a summer swoop for his services.
    Chelsea still lead hunt for Jules
    Chelsea are convinced they will sign Sevilla star Jules Kounde in the upcoming summer transfer window.
    The Blues missed out on Kounde last year after the LaLiga outfit raised their asking price at the eleventh hour.
    But Chelsea have retained their interest in the centre-back as boss Thomas Tuchel looks to finally secure his services.
    According to ABC Sevilla, the West Londoners are hopeful they can reach an agreement in the region of £43million-£51m.
    The Andalusians were adamant in 2021 that the France international wouldn’t be sold unless his £68m release clause was activated, but now it looks like they’ve got their man.
    Lampard after Gallagher, say reports
    Lampard is reportedly targeting Conor Gallagher, who spent last season on loan at Crystal Palace.
    Gallagher, 22, was named as Palace’s 2021/22 player of the season.
    The former Blues captain will use his “connections” with the club in order to lure Gallagher to Goodison Park, as reported by the Mail.
    Both midfielders face uncertain futures back at their parent club, with a squad already filled with established seniors set to be reinforced in the summer transfer window.
    Pulisic targeted by European powerhouses
    Christian Pulisic is being targeted by Italian giants AC Milan and Juventus, writes Jack Drury.
    The American has struggled to cement a starting place under Thomas Tuchel, leaving the winger frustrated in West London.
    The 23-year-old, who is currently away on international duty with the USA, has reportedly sparked the interest of Serie A champions AC Milan and Juve.
    According to the Daily Mail, Pulisic admitted his frustration at the situation, however also confirmed his desire to fight for his place at Stamford Bridge.
    Pulisic said: “Of course, I want to get more playing time. I think I still got a lot of games, but it’s always something that I’m working at and trying to be a regular at club level. ”
    Chelsea signed the American for £58million from Borussia Dortmund, however it’s speculated neither interested Italian side would be able to match that fee if the Blues wanted him.
    Lukaku longs for the San Siro
    Chelsea star Romelu Lukaku is reportedly forcing a sensational return to Inter Milan less than a year after returning to Stamford Bridge.
    The Blues forked out a club-record £97.5m fee to bring Lukaku back last summer.
    And according to Sky Sports, Lukaku wants to head back to the San Siro on a loan deal.
    Lukaku’s representatives will meet with the club on Tuesday to discuss a move, claims Sky in Italy.
    Credit: Reuters
    Nkunku addresses future
    RB Leipzig star and Chelsea target Christopher Nkunku has spoken about his future.
    Nkunku said: “Paris [Paris Saint-Germain], I’ve always said it, it’s my home, my heart club. I don’t close any doors. Everything is possible in football.
    “It’s flattering to have the biggest clubs in the world interested in me.
    “But it’s also flattering that Leipzig is doing everything to keep me.
    “We are in June, and I am focused on this gathering.”
    Romelu Lukaku injured
    Chelsea star Romelu Lukaku hobbled off with an injury during Belgium’s Nations League clash with rivals Netherlands.
    Lukaku asked for a substitution following an earlier clash with Manchester City ace Nathan Ake.
    The striker limped off on 26 minutes and was replaced by Brighton’s Leandro Trossard.
    The Belgium international has been linked with a move away amid rumours of a return to Inter Milan
    Credit: AP
    Christian Pulisic admission
    Chelsea star Christian Pulisic has admitted that he wants more game time amid a potential exit.
    Pulisic told US-based reporters: “As far as right now, I’m obviously just focused on what I’m doing here.
    “And I’m super excited to be here. And yeah, that’s it.
    “Of course, I want to get more playing time. I want to be on the field as much as I can and be the sharpest I can be and fit as well.
    “I think I still got a lot of games, but it’s always something that I’m working at and trying to be regular at club level as well to put myself in the best position to be fit when I come here with the national team”.
    Pulisic could replace Mane, say reports
    Liverpool are keeping tabs on Chelsea ace Christian Pulisic as they prepare to lose Sadio Mane to Bayern Munich.
    According to Sky Sports Germany reporter Florian Plettenberg, Bayern sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic has held talks with Mane’s agent over a possible move in the summer.
    Reds boss Jurgen Klopp has drawn up a four-man shortlist to replace the star forward, according to the MailOnline.
    One of Klopp’s targets is Pulisic, who is rated at around £60million and is reportedly keen for a new challenge after an underwhelming season at Stamford Bridge.
    Liverpool have also been linked with Bayern’s Serge Gnabry and Villarreal’s Arnaut Danjuma
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    Blues ‘convinced’ Kounde is heading to the Bridge
    Chelsea are convinced they will sign Sevilla star Jules Kounde in the upcoming summer transfer window.
    The Blues missed out on Kounde last year after the LaLiga outfit raised their asking price at the eleventh hour.
    But Chelsea have retained their interest in the centre-back as boss Thomas Tuchel looks to finally secure his services.
    According to ABC Sevilla, the West Londoners are hopeful they can reach an agreement in the region of £43million-£51m.
    The Andalusians were adamant in 2021 that the France international wouldn’t be sold unless his £68m release clause was activated, but now it looks like they’ve got their man.
    Ex-Chelsea star Alex recovering from heart bypass op
    Former Chelsea and AC Milan defender Alex has undergone a heart operation to clear four blocked arteries.
    Alex revealed he had four blocked arteries and denied reports he had suffered a heart attack.
    He said: “I came here to deny reports saying I had a heart attack.
    “I found a problem a few days ago, doctors decided to give me a bypass surgery. I had four blocked arteries.
    “I just left the intensive care unit. I will stay at the hospital for another six days.”

    Alex left Santos in 2004 to join Chelsea, but spent the first three years in Europe on loan at Dutch side PSV Eindhoven.
    He then spent the next five years as a mainstay in the Chelsea backline, winning one Premier League, two FA Cups and a Champions League.
    He appeared 134 times in all competitions, scoring 10 goals for the Blues before departing for Paris Saint-Germain.
    Get well soon Alex.
    Lampard Chelsea raid
    Chelsea are set to be raided by club legend and former manager Frank Lampard, who is planning a major overhaul at Everton after a sorry season that almost saw them getting relegated.
    Lampard is reportedly targeting Conor Gallagher and Billy Gilmour, who spent last season on loan at Crystal Palace and Norwich respectively.
    The former Blues captain will use his “connections” with the club in order to lure Gallagher and Gilmour to Goodison Park, as reported by the Mail.
    Both midfielders face uncertain futures back at their parent club, with a squad already filled with established seniors set to be reinforced in the summer transfer window

    Costa provides insight into Kante relationship
    Former Chelsea striker Diego Costa has revealed he tried to hug N’Golo Kante NAKED during their time together at Stamford Bridge.
    And the maverick forward even declared that the French midfielder refused to strip down when taking a shower.
    Speaking on Canal Pilhado, Costa said: “At Chelsea, I would try to hug Kante joking. He’s really shy. 
    “I would go all naked in the bath and be like: ‘Kante, give me a hug!’ and he would be all ‘No. no, Diego’.
    “He doesn’t even take off his underwear to take a shower.”
    Lukaku longs for the San Siro
    Chelsea star Romelu Lukaku is reportedly forcing a sensational return to Inter Milan less than a year after returning to Stamford Bridge.
    The Blues forked out a club-record £97.5m fee to bring Lukaku back last summer.
    And according to Sky Sports, Lukaku wants to head back to the San Siro on a loan deal.
    Lukaku’s representatives will meet with the club on Tuesday to discuss a move, claims Sky in Italy.
    Credit: Reuters
    Jules Kounde reminder
    Chelsea are convinced they will sign Sevilla star Jules Kounde in the summer transfer window.
    The Blues missed out on Kounde last year after the LaLiga outfit raised their asking price at the last minute.
    But Chelsea have retained their interest in the centre-back as manager Thomas Tuchel looks to finally secure his services.
    According to ABC Sevilla, the West Londoners are hopeful they can reach an agreement worth between £43million-£51m.
    Sevilla were adamant in 2021 that the France international wouldn’t be sold unless his £68m release clause was activated
    Good morning Chelsea fans
    Chelsea are set to be raided by club legend and former boss Frank Lampard, who is planning a major overhaul at Everton after a sorry season that almost saw them getting relegated.
    Lampard is reportedly eyeing Conor Gallagher and Billy Gilmour, who spent last season on loan at Crystal Palace and Norwich respectively.
    The former Blues skipper will use his “connections” with the club in order to lure Gallagher and Gilmour to Goodison Park, as reported by the Mail.
    Both midfielders face uncertain futures back at their parent club, with a squad already filled with established seniors set to be reinforced in the summer.
    Meanwhile, Chelsea are convinced they will sign Sevilla star Jules Kounde in the upcoming summer transfer window.
    The Blues missed out on Kounde last year after the LaLiga outfit raised their asking price at the eleventh hour.
    But Chelsea have retained their interest in the centre-back as boss Thomas Tuchel looks to finally secure his services.
    According to ABC Sevilla, the West Londoners are hopeful they can reach an agreement in the region of £43million-£51m.
    The Andalusians were adamant in 2021 that the France international wouldn’t be sold unless his £68m release clause was activated.
    And Chelsea star Romelu Lukaku has reportedly agreed a sensational return to Inter Milan less than a year after returning to Stamford Bridge.
    The Blues forked out a club-record £97.5m fee to bring Lukaku back last summer.
    And according to Gazzetta dello Sport, the centre-forward is on the brink of sealing another sensational return, this time to the San Siro.
    The Italian outlet claim the Nerazzurri have reached an agreement to pay the Belgium international’s £6.39million wages in a loan deal.
    The 28-year-old is said to have 15 days to convince Chelsea’s lawyers to accept the Serie A giants’ proposal.
    Finally, Christian Pulisic has admitted that he wants more game time amid a potential exit.
    Pulisic told US-based reporters: “As far as right now, I’m obviously just focused on what I’m doing here.
    “And I’m super excited to be here. And yeah, that’s it.
    “Of course, I want to get more playing time. I want to be on the field as much as I can and be the sharpest I can be and fit as well.
    “I think I still got a lot of games, but it’s always something that I’m working at and trying to be regular at club level as well to put myself in the best position to be fit when I come here with the national team”
    Romelu Lukaku injured
    Chelsea star Romelu Lukaku hobbled off with an injury during Belgium’s Nations League clash with rivals Netherlands.
    Lukaku asked for a substitution following an earlier clash with Manchester City ace Nathan Ake.
    The striker limped off on 26 minutes and was replaced by Brighton’s Leandro Trossard.
    The Belgium international has been linked with a move away amid rumours of a return to Inter Milan
    Credit: AP
    Paul the other one
    Darren Bent reckons stars from Chelsea and Liverpool would “love” to play alongside departing Manchester United ace Paul Pogba.
    Bent told talkSPORT: “I don’t know if Chelsea fans will want him to join but I wonder if some of the players would. Footballers will think differently to fans.
    “There will be a real admiration for Paul Pogba amongst other players in the Premier League, from the players who have played against him.
    “I think other players, players in the Chelsea squad, will think ‘I would love a player like that to come here’.
    “Fans will see it differently and say ‘he doesn’t work hard enough, it didn’t work at United, why would we want him?'”
    Christian Pulisic admission
    Chelsea star Christian Pulisic has admitted that he wants more game time amid a potential exit.
    Pulisic told US-based reporters: “As far as right now, I’m obviously just focused on what I’m doing here.
    “And I’m super excited to be here. And yeah, that’s it.
    “Of course, I want to get more playing time. I want to be on the field as much as I can and be the sharpest I can be and fit as well.
    “I think I still got a lot of games, but it’s always something that I’m working at and trying to be regular at club level as well to put myself in the best position to be fit when I come here with the national team”
    Pulisic to replace Mane?
    Liverpool are keeping tabs on Chelsea ace Christian Pulisic as they prepare to lose star man Sadio Mane to Bayern Munich.
    According to Sky Sports Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg, Bayern sporting director Hasan Salihamidzic has held talks with Mane’s agent over a possible move in the summer.
    Reds manager Jurgen Klopp has drawn up a four-man shortlist to replace the forward, according to the MailOnline.
    One of Klopp’s targets is Pulisic, who is rated at around £60million and is keen for a new challenge after an underwhelming season at Stamford Bridge.
    Liverpool have also been linked with Bayern star Serge Gnabry and Villarreal ace Arnaut Danjuma
    Credit: GETTY IMAGES
    Kant take them off
    Chelsea hero Diego Costa revealed he would strip naked and jokingly hug “shy” N’Golo Kante in the showers – as the star midfielder wouldn’t take his underwear off.
    Costa told Canal Pilhado: “At Chelsea, I would try to hug Kante joking. He’s really shy. 
    “I would go all naked in the bath and be like: ‘Kante, give me a hug!’ and he would be all ‘No. no, Diego’.
    “He doesn’t even take off his underwear to take a shower”
    Lukaku agrees Inter return
    Chelsea star Romelu Lukaku has agreed a sensational return to Inter Milan less than a year after re-joining the Blues.
    The West Londoners forked out a club-record £97.5million fee to bring Lukaku back to Stamford Bridge last summer.
    And according to Gazzetta dello Sport, the striker is on the brink of sealing another sensational return, this time to the San Siro.
    The Italian outlet report the Nerazzurri have reached an agreement to pay the Belgium international’s £6.39million wages in a loan deal.
    The 28-year-old is said to have 15 days to convince Chelsea’s lawyers to accept the proposal
    Jules Kounde reminder
    Chelsea are convinced they will sign Sevilla star Jules Kounde in the summer transfer window.
    The Blues missed out on Kounde last year after the LaLiga outfit raised their asking price at the last minute.
    But Chelsea have retained their interest in the centre-back as manager Thomas Tuchel looks to finally secure his services.
    According to ABC Sevilla, the West Londoners are hopeful they can reach an agreement worth between £43million-£51m.
    Sevilla were adamant in 2021 that the France international wouldn’t be sold unless his £68m release clause was activated
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    Romelu Lukaku ‘forcing transfer to Inter Milan’ as flop striker looks to end horror £97m return to Chelsea

    ROMELU LUKAKU is hoping to force a move back to Inter Milan this summer, according to reports.The striker, 29, announced in an interview last year that he wanted to return to the club while still in his prime, stating he was unhappy at Chelsea.
    Romelu Lukaku wants to return to Inter MilanCredit: Getty
    And Lukaku could get his wish with a loan move in the offing, though any transfer switch is dependent on Inter’s finances.
    Chelsea are demanding a £20million loan fee to let the striker leave, according to The Telegraph.
    They would also reportedly include an option to make the move permanent that would mean covering the remainder of the £97.5m fee they paid to sign him.
    Lukaku earns £325,000 a week too which may be more than Inter can afford, though the striker is believed to be willing to take a wage cut.
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    But when asked about his future ahead of Belgium’s defeat to the Netherlands, Lukaku replied: “I can’t talk about that.”
    Inter will be restricted in their spending once again this summer due to financial fair play regulations, with the club seemingly eyeing Paulo Dybala as their number one target.
    The Argentine is available on a free after announcing his departure from Juventus and would demand big wages.
    That means Inter may have to sell before making a move for Lukaku – with striker Lautaro Martinez a possible outgoing.
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    Martinez could even arrive at Chelsea this summer with Inter prepared to sell if they receive an offer worth £51m.
    Tottenham are also rumoured to be interested in the forward but Martinez revealed he has not been contacted about a transfer and is keen on staying at the San Siro. More

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    Chelsea ‘convinced’ they’ll reach transfer agreement with Sevilla to sign Jules Kounde as Tuchel plots defensive rebuild

    CHELSEA are “convinced” that they will finally seal a deal for Sevilla defender Jules Kounde this summer, according to reports.The Blues have been chasing the Frenchman since last summer when they had an approach snubbed by the LaLiga side.
    Jules Kounde has impressed for SevillaCredit: Rex
    Thomas Tuchel’s team are desperate to bolster their defence this summer, with two centre-backs set to leave.
    Antonio Rudiger has agreed a free transfer to Real Madrid, while Andreas Christensen is heading to Barcelona.
    Chelsea have identified long-term target Kounde as an ideal replacement.
    According to Spanish paper ABC Sevilla, Blues chiefs are “convinced” that they can come to an agreement.
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    The report adds that Chelsea are urging Kounde’s agents to resist approaches from other clubs.
    Sevilla held out for their star defender’s release clause, believed to be around £70million, last summer.
    But Chelsea believe they can get him for less this time around.
    The LaLiga side have qualified for next season’s Champions League, but have already sold Kounde’s centre-back partner Diego Carlos to Aston Villa this summer.
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    Steven Gerrard’s side have spent around £26m on the Brazilian ace.
    In addition to Kounde, Chelsea have been linked with RB Leipzig centre-back Josko Gvardiol, who is also of interest to London rivals Tottenham.
    Villarreal ace Pau Torres has also been mentioned, although the Blues may have to compete with Manchester United for the Spaniard. More

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    Lampard set to ‘RAID’ Chelsea, Blues ‘convinced’ on Jules Kounde deal, Lukaku ‘agrees’ Inter Milan RETURN – updates

    CHELSEA have to keep an eye on former manager and Blues legend Frank Lampard who is set to raid his old club for signings according to reports.The Everton boss is understandably in the market for some quality additions and he believes that a lot of his shopping can be done in West London.
    Meanwhile, Chelsea are reportedly convinced that Jules Kounde will be the first signing of the Todd Boehly era having narrowly missed out on the Frenchman last year.
    And reports suggest that Romelu Lukaku has agreed a sensational deal which will see him RETURN to former club Inter Milan in the transfer window.
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    Nkunku addresses future
    RB Leipzig star and Chelsea target Christopher Nkunku has spoken about his future.
    Nkunku said: “Paris [Paris Saint-Germain], I’ve always said it, it’s my home, my heart club. I don’t close any doors. Everything is possible in football.
    “It’s flattering to have the biggest clubs in the world interested in me.
    “But it’s also flattering that Leipzig is doing everything to keep me.
    “We are in June, and I am focused on this gathering.”
    Luk not on his side
    Former Arsenal ace Paul Merson believes loaning out Romelu Lukaku won’t do the club any good.
    He said: “Lukaku has been disappointing all season.
    “‘He started well against Arsenal and we all thought, ‘Okay, here we go!’
    “We haven’t seen him do that again since – he just never got going.
    “If Chelsea can get their £100million or anywhere near that amount back for him this summer, they’ll sell him.
    “A loan would be of no use to anybody – it wouldn’t help Thomas Tuchel one bit.’
    Merson doubts Rudiger’s potential replacement
    Paul Merson believes that Jules Kounde and Kalidou Koulibaly may not be able to replace Antonio Rudiger.
    The Arsenal icon told Sportskeeda: “Antonio Rudiger’s been absolutely outstanding for Chelsea.
    “I can’t remember him having a bad game if I’m being honest.
    “He’s been consistently brilliant in the Premier League this season. Rudiger’s going to be a massive miss for Thomas Tuchel next season.
    ‘He’s going to be a hard one to replace, and I’m not sure if the likes of Kalidou Koulibaly and Jules Kounde can fill his boots.
    “If there is a worry for Chelsea this year, it’s finding Rudiger’s replacement.”
    Lukaku tight-lipped over future
    Romelu Lukaku has refused to be drawn on transfer links away from Chelsea.
    The Belgian is currently on international duty, and is set to take on the Netherlands in the Nations League tonight.
    Speaking to the press ahead of the match, Lukaku was asked about rumours that he is willing to take a pay cut to leave the Blues and return to Inter Milan.
    The 29-year-old wouldn’t clear up speculation, however, saying: “I can’t talk about the future.”
    Lukaku has been linked with the likes of Barcelona and Bayern Munich this summer.
    But the forward reportedly has his heart set on an Inter return.
    Palmieri delivers update on future
    Chelsea left-back Emerson Palmieri has revealed he would be happy to return to Stamford Bridge after his Lyon loan spell.
    Speaking to Goal, he said: “‘I didn’t speak with [Thomas Tuchel] just yet.
    “I have a contract with Chelsea. I played there for three seasons and I have a lot of friends there.
    “If I come back, I’ll be happy. It’s a good place and club for me. Let’s see what can happen.
    “Lyon said ‘no’ [to a return in January] so I didn’t come back. It didn’t depend on me. Those conversations were between the clubs.
    “Lyon said ‘no’ and I respected that because when I signed there I signed for one year, not six months.
    “But now I will go back to Chelsea in the pre-season I think and let’s see what happens in the next month.”
    Lazio ready to fight Utd for Loftus-Cheek
    Lazio could duel Manchester United for Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek.
    The ten-cap England star, 26, has revived his Blues’ career this season under Thomas Tuchel.
    But new United boss Erik ten Hag has been linked with a move.
    And  Italian outlet Gazzetta Dello Sport says ex-Blues’ chief Maurizio Sarri is ready to rev up his interest in a reunion with Loftus-Cheek, who might cost at least £17million.
    Costa provides insight into Kante relationship
    Former Chelsea striker Diego Costa has revealed he tried to hug N’Golo Kante NAKED during their time together at Stamford Bridge.
    And the maverick forward even declared that the French midfielder refused to strip down when taking a shower.
    Speaking on Canal Pilhado, Costa said: “At Chelsea, I would try to hug Kante joking. He’s really shy. 
    “I would go all naked in the bath and be like: ‘Kante, give me a hug!’ and he would be all ‘No. no, Diego’.
    “He doesn’t even take off his underwear to take a shower.”
    Jul in the crown
    Chelsea are reportedly convinced they will sign Sevilla centre-back Jules Kounde this summer.
    The Blues missed out on the Frenchman’s signature last year after the LaLiga outfit raised their asking price at the last minute.
    But Chelsea have retained their interest in the player as Thomas Tuchel looks to finally secure his services.
    And according to Spanish outlet ABC Sevilla, Chelsea are hopeful they can reach an agreement between £43million-£51m.
    Sevilla were adamant in 2021 that he wouldn’t be sold unless his £68m release clause was activated.
    Sturridge released Down Under
    Former Chelsea striker Daniel Sturridge has been released by Australian side Perth Glory.
    The 32-year-old made the move down under in October 2021 but failed to score in six appearances for the club.
    Injuries also hampered Sturridge’s spell at Perth, missing 16 games in a season which saw the side finish bottom of the 12-team A-League.
    Perth won just four in 26 games.
    Prior to his stint in Australia, Sturridge decided to move to Turkey to play for Trabzonspor in 2019.
    But his three-year deal was terminated the following March as he was given a four-month worldwide ban for breaching betting rules.

    Lampard in Chelsea raid
    Chelsea are set to be raided by club legend and Everton manager Frank Lampard for Conor Gallagher and Billy Gilmour, according to reports.
    Lampard is understood to be in the market for some quality midfielders this summer after his Toffees side left it late to complete their relegation escape.
    The former Chelsea manager will use his ‘connections’ with The Blues in order to lure the likes of Gallagher and Gilmour to Goodison Park, as reported by the Mail.
    Gallagher, 22, spent last season on loan at Crystal Palace, earning himself a nomination for the Premier League Young Player of the Year award.
    Meanwhile, Gilmour also found himself out on loan, albeit in a far less successful capacity as Norwich were relegated from the Premier League.
    Both Gallagher and Gilmour face uncertain futures back at parent club Chelsea, with a squad already filled with established seniors set to be reinforced in the coming window.
    Sterling ‘should avoid Chelsea move’
    David James says Raheem Sterling would be better off staying at Manchester City rather than joining Chelsea.
    England winger Sterling has been linked with a move to the Blues or Real Madrid.
    Former Three Lions No 1 James, 51, told GGRecon: “[He should] stay at City!
    “It is a testament to how well Raheem Sterling has done that he has been linked to two massive European champions.
    “You do question – given how soon the World Cup is, and what can happen with a move with Manchester to London for example – whether that adjustment could affect form.”
    Luk-ing to the future
    Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku could be on the move to either Barcelona or Bayern Munich.
    The Blues’ record £97.5million signing is facing an uncertain future at Stamford Bridge with Inter Milan desperate to bring him back to the San Siro.
    But according to Mundo Deportivo, Barca will look to sign the Belgian ace should they fail to land Robert Lewandowski.
    And it has been said that Bayern will press ahead with a move for Lukaku if they cannot reach an agreement with Liverpool for Sadio Mane.
    Bent continued
    “I don’t know if Chelsea fans will want him to join but I wonder if some of the players would. Footballers will think differently to fans.
    “There will be a real admiration for Paul Pogba amongst other players in the Premier League, from the players who have played against him.
    ‘I think other players, players in the Chelsea squad, will think ‘I would love a player like that to come here’.
    “Fans will see it differently and say ‘he doesn’t work hard enough, it didn’t work at United, why would we want him?’
    “But players think differently. It will be the same with Liverpool. Fans might think he wouldn’t suit the system, but I bet there’s Liverpool players who would want him.”
    Bent ponders England stay for Pogba
    Darren Bent has declared that Chelsea and Liverpool’s players would love their respective clubs to snap up Paul Pogba on a free transfer.
    The talkSPORT pundit said: “When you look at his stats for Manchester United, they’re not that bad. That’s not horrible stats, they’re okay.
    “For someone with that much quality, the most frustrating thing is when you see him put on that France shirt, you just want that level of performance for United.
    “He’s playing in a good team for France, a better team. I know he hasn’t been good enough [for United] but he is a good player. He hasn’t been a success but he has won two trophies there.
    “It hasn’t worked and they’ve paid a lot of money for a footballer who’s now leaving for nothing.”
    Pulisic wants more playing time
    Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic has admitted he needs to playing more next season amid rumours linking him with a move away from Stamford Bridge.
    The American started just 13 games in the Premier League, with the player falling down the pecking order under Thomas Tuchel.
    Commenting on his future, he said: “As far as right now, I’m obviously just focused on what I’m doing here. And I’m super excited to be here. And yeah, that’s it.
    “Of course, I want to get more playing time. I want to be on the field as much as I can and be the sharpest I can be and fit as well.
    “I think I still got a lot of games, but it’s always something that I’m working at and trying to be regular at club level as well to put myself in the best position to be fit when I come here with the national team.”
    Chelsea snubbed by Solina
    Goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina is set to snub Chelsea in favour of a move to Real Madrid.
    The Blues had been keen on Slonina, 18, who plays in the MLS for Chicago Fire.
    But Slonina’s agent, Jaime Garcia, has confirmed the teenager has his heart set on a move to Real Madrid.
    He told MLSsoccer: “It should be an honour for Chicago, and the MLS, to have Real Madrid take notice in one of their players.
    “We are hoping Chicago can find an agreement with Real Madrid to realise Gabriel’s dream of playing for this club.”
    He added: “With respect to other clubs and other offers [which] we’ve received many, and at the moment we are gracious to those clubs but you cannot say no to Real Madrid.”

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    RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardiol has become a transfer target for both Chelsea and Spurs.
    The German side are said to be desperately trying to keep hold of the centre back, with the Premier League giants looking to add the Croatian to their ranks.
    The 20-year-old is highly rated, after joining from Dinamo Zagreb for £14million in 2020 – a deal that made him the most costliest Croatian teenager ever.
    Romelu Lukaku has rejected a move to Tottenham Hotspur, according to reports from Italy.
    Calciomercato claim that Antonio Conte wants to be reunited with the Belgium forward, after he led his line so brilliantly for Inter Milan.
    However, Lukaku has said to be in favour of returning to Serie A with the Nerazzurri.
    A loan to Inter is said to be a possibility before the next campaign begins.
    Newly promoted Nottingham Forest are looking at the possibility of bringing Armando Broja to the club, according to reports.
    The Chelsea youngster spent last season on loan at Southampton – scoring six times in 32 games.
    Still only 20, the Albanian international impressed and has been linked with West Ham too in recent weeks.
    The report in the Nottingham Post says that a permanent deal, however, is unlikely with Steve Cooper looking at a potential loan move for the forward.
    Martinez snub
    Argentinian forward Lautaro Martinez has spoken candidly about his future, after Chelsea were the latest Premier League club linked to the hotshot.
    And, he has given the biggest indication that he’s prepared to snub advances from the Premier League.
    “My plan is clear: I really want to stay at Inter next season,” he said.
    “I’ve not received communications from the club as of today, I want to continue at Inter next season”.
    Forest eyeing Broja
    Newly promoted Nottingham Forest are looking at the possibility of bringing Armando Broja to the club, according to reports.
    The Chelsea youngster spent last season on loan at Southampton – scoring six times in 32 games.
    Still only 20, the Albanian international impressed and has been linked with West Ham too in recent weeks.
    The report in the Nottingham Post says that a permanent deal, however, is unlikely with Steve Cooper looking at a potential loan move for the forward.
    Gvardiol wanted by Prem giants
    RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardiol has become a transfer target for both Chelsea and Spurs.
    The German side are said to be desperately trying to keep hold of the centre back, with the Premier League giants looking to add the Croatian to their ranks.
    The 20-year-old is highly rated, after joining from Dinamo Zagreb for £14million in 2020 – a deal that made him the most costliest Croatian teenager ever.
    Last season he managed almost 50 games, helping his side finish in the Champions League places in the Bundesliga.
    Chelsea could lose Werner
    Should Arsenal complete a deal for ex-Blue Alvaro Morata, his side Juventus could move for Timo Werner, according to reports.
    The German forward is seen as the ideal replacement for the Spanish striker, if he moves to the Emirates.
    According to Tuttosport, Werner’s agent Volker Struth visited the Serie A club’s HQ back in April.
    Werner moved to West London in 2020 for £34million, but has struggled in front of goal – scoring just 23 times in 89 games.
    Palmieri to return
    Italian international Emerson Palmieri is yet to speak with Thomas Tuchel about a return to Stamford Bridge.
    However, the defender would be “very happy” if he was part of next season’s plans.
    The Blues are set to Marcos Alonso, and Palmieri believes he may be an option for the German tactician.
    Palmieri enjoyed a successful campaign at Lyon last season.
    Pogba would be welcomed at Blues
    Paul Pogba has been told he would be welcomed into the Chelsea dressing room by Darren Bent.
    The talkSPORT host revealed: “There will be a real admiration for Paul Pogba amongst other players in the Premier League from the players who have played against him.
    “Players and the players in that Chelsea squad will think; ‘I would love a player like that to come here'”.
    The France World Cup winner will leave the club this summer, when his contract expires.
    Lukaku injury
    Romelu Lukaku is reportedly a doubt for Belgium’s Nations League clash with Netherlands after he was clouted by Simon Mignolet in training on Wednesday.
    The Chelsea striker, 29, was left in a heap on the floor in agony after he challenged the ex-Liverpool keeper in the air for the ball during a session.
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    Physios rushed onto the pitch to treat the Blues star as he laid on the ground in agony.
    According to reports, the giant Belgian forward injured his ankle in the incident.
    He was forced to sit out training today, with Belgium manager Roberto Martinez left sweating about his fitness for the match.
    So far, the Belgium FA have yet to release a comment – and Lukaku hasn’t left the camp.
    Hudson-Odoi’s intense training sessions
    Callum Hudson-Odoi is undergoing some brutal solo training sessions to return to action for Chelsea after being sidelined with an Achilles tendon injury.
    The winger, 21, has been out of action since an FA Cup win at Luton on March 2 and has suffered repeated setbacks in his rehab from an ankle problem he originally picked up three years ago.
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    Chelsea’s Christian Pulisic admits he wants more game time as Liverpool plot transfer swoop for USA winger

    CHRISTIAN PULISIC has admitted that he wants more game time amid a potential Chelsea exit.The American is currently away on international duty with his country.
    Christian Pulisic has been in action for the United StatesCredit: Getty Images – Getty
    Pulisic, 23, started just 13 Premier League games for the Blues last term and has reportedly drawn interest from Liverpool.
    Amid speculation, he told US-based reporters: “As far as right now, I’m obviously just focused on what I’m doing here.
    “And I’m super excited to be here. And yeah, that’s it.
    “Of course, I want to get more playing time. I want to be on the field as much as I can and be the sharpest I can be and fit as well.
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    “I think I still got a lot of games, but it’s always something that I’m working at and trying to be regular at club level as well to put myself in the best position to be fit when I come here with the national team.”
    The Blues have been taken over by Pulisic’s US compatriot Todd Boehly.
    On discussions with Chelsea’s new owner, the winger added: “At the end of the season, we were able to meet with them and they were around the club a lot.
    “They are really good people so I’m excited moving forward.”
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    The Reds appear set to lose attacker Sadio Mane this summer, with the Senegalese ace strongly linked with a move to Bayern Munich.
    It’s claimed that Liverpool could move for Pulisic as a replacement.
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    Romelu Lukaku has reported for international dutyCredit: Getty
    Speaking to the press ahead of the match, Lukaku was asked about rumours that he is willing to take a pay cut to leave the Blues and return to Inter Milan.
    The 29-year-old wouldn’t clear up speculation, however, saying: “I can’t talk about the future.”
    Lukaku has been linked with the likes of Barcelona and Bayern Munich this summer.
    But the forward reportedly has his heart set on an Inter return.
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    Lukaku netted just eight Premier League goals during his first season back at Chelsea.
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    PROMISING young goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina is set to snub Chelsea in favour of a move to Real Madrid.The Blues had been keen on Slonina, 18, who plays in the MLS for Chicago Fire.
    Gabriel Slonina is set to reject Chelsea in order to join Real MadridCredit: Getty Images – Getty
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    He told MLSsoccer: “It should be an honour for Chicago, and the MLS, to have Real Madrid take notice in one of their players.
    “We are hoping Chicago can find an agreement with Real Madrid to realise Gabriel’s dream of playing for this club.”
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    He said: “With respect to other clubs and other offers [which] we’ve received many, and at the moment we are gracious to those clubs but you cannot say no to Real Madrid.”
    Real Madrid are said to have had an opening bid rejected for the stopper, according to MLSsoccer.
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    Chicago are expecting a second offer for Slonina, who has started all 14 games for the club this season and kept five clean sheets.
    Slonina is reportedly regarded as a player for the future and is unlikely to rival Thibaut Courtois for his first-team place right away given the Belgian’s Champions League heroics.
    He was called up to Poland’s senior men’s squad in May for their Nations League fixtures this month due to holding dual Polish and American citizenship.
    But Slonina rejected the offer and pledged his international future to the USA. More