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      I was in Chelsea’s ‘bomb squad’ with £169m worth of exiled stars, we were laughing every day… it was a mess

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      PIERRE-EMERICK AUBAMEYANG recalls laughing with the rest of Chelsea’s exiled “bomb squad” stars. The forward had been frozen out of the picture by April 2023 and left to train away from the first team. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has opened up on his disastrous Chelsea spellCredit: AFPBut he was not alone. Hakim Ziyech, Denis Zakaria, Kalidou Koulibaly and Romelu Lukaku all joined Aubameyang with £170million worth of talent on the sidelines. But Aubameyang told The Athletic: “They did a mess. It didn’t even look like a football dressing room, it was more like rugby. “Hakim Ziyech, Denis Zakaria, Kalidou Koulibaly, Romelu Lukaku… It was good I wasn’t alone. We were laughing every day, so it was okay.”READ MORE IN fAubameyang had signed in September 2022 from Barcelona – where he spent just seven months – to reunite with manager Thomas Tuchel.The two had worked together at Borussia Dortmund – winning the German cup together in 2017. But disaster struck when Tuchel was sacked by Chelsea just a week after Aubameyang joined following 1-0 defeat to Dinamo Zagreb. The player revealed: “I remember that day because I didn’t recognise him. It was not the guy I knew a few years ago. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”We had a close relationship. He was the only guy who really understood me in Dortmund. “At Chelsea, it was like something was wrong. I felt he was not enjoying his time.The one player Chelsea must sign this season“We lost and he was p**sed off. Usually, he would go crazy but he came to the dressing room and then left. “I was like, ‘This is not the guy I know. Very strange’. The next day, he was sacked.”Aubameyang admitted he only left Barcelona after armed robbers broke into his home in August 2022. And he had joined Chelsea – as a former Arsenal captain – just to work under Tuchel again. But Graham Potter took over at Stamford Bridge and Aubameyang was limited to game time – even being omitted from the Champions League squad. Aubameyang revealed: “That is when I started to say, ‘OK, this is very disrespectful’. They tried to send me on loan to America. I said: ‘No chance’.“I felt p***ed off. From that point, I said, ‘The season is done for me already’. “I just went to training to maintain fitness; I knew I was not going to play.”Hakim Ziyech, Denis Zakaria, Kalidou Koulibaly, Romelu Lukaku… It was good I wasn’t alone. We were laughing every day, so it was okayPierre-Emerick Aubameyang on being frozen out of Chelsea Potter was then sacked by April – following just seven months in charge at Chelsea – with Frank Lampard coming in as interim boss. And Aubameyang claimed Lampard initially wanted to recall the Gabon international – before being overruled by higher-ups. He said: “(Lampard) told me, ‘OK, I need you. I want to know how you feel, if you are ready to play again’. “I was like, ‘Yes. I’m waiting for this’.“Close to the end of the season, he spoke to me again and said, ‘What are your feelings? I’m sorry, Auba. I can’t really help you’. “I understood it’s not coming from him but upstairs.”Aubameyang later signed for Marseille after leaving Chelsea and scored 30 goals in 51 games last season – missing just one game. But in July the 35-year-old signed for Al-Qadsiah to become the latest high-profile name in the Saudi Pro League. Al-Qadsiah are on a six-game winning streak secured third spot in the SPL heading into its winter break. READ MORE SUN STORIESThey are below only Karim Benzema’s Al Ittihad and Neymar’s Al Hilal, with Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al Nassr fourth. Aubameyang added: “They want to be the best and I can help them grow.”Aubameyang now plays his football in Saudi for Al-QadisiyahCredit: Getty More

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      Chelsea ‘will listen to transfer offers for SIX fringe players including £56m star linked to Man Utd’

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      CHELSEA are willing to listen to offers of up to SIX fringe players, reports say. Blues boss Enzo Maresca has been open about expecting some of his squad to push for transfers away amid a lack of game time. Renato Veiga is linked with a move away from ChelseaCredit: GettyAccording to the Daily Mail, Renato Veiga is among them with Premier League sides Wolves and Bournemouth interested. Veiga, 21, offers versatility, being able to play at left-back, centre-half and in midfield, suiting Maresca’s system. And he has offered back up to Marc Cucurella, 26, this season after Ben Chilwell, 28, was frozen out. But Veiga has been limited to 14 starts this season with only one coming in the league. READ MORE IN football Carney Chukwuemeka, 21, is another Chelsea are ready to consider offers for after failing to break into the starting 11. Chukwuemeka has only five appearances this season, all in cup competition, and has become a loan target for Strasbourg and Borussia Dortmund.Midfielder Cesare Casadei – whose six games have also come in the Carabao Cup and Europa Conference League – could also leave. Chelsea rejected a £10million bid from Torino for Casadei, 21, with other Italian clubs also said to be interested in the starlet. Most read in FootballCarney Chukwuemeka has attracted attention from clubsCredit: APCesare Casadei looks set to be sold by ChelseaCredit: GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSChristopher Nkunku, Axel Disasi and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall are others facing uncertain futures at Stamford Bridge. Nkunku is the club’s second top scorer this season in all competitions on 12 – one behind Cole Palmer. How Man United destroyed Trent in spectacular Liverpool draw amid £100m Real Madrid transfer talksBut only two have come in the league and the Frenchman, 27, has been restricted to cup games and providing back up to Nicolas Jackson, 23.Maresca has also claimed Nkunku’s best position is not as a sole striker – despite the majority of his starts coming up front.The ex-RB Leipzig star is believed to be open to a move away and Manchester United were recently linked with a £56m move for the forward. Disasi, 26, is traditionally a centre-back but has found himself covering at right-back this season due to injuries to Reece James, 25. But he has made just five league appearances and the Blues could be ready to offload the France international. That is despite a defender being a top priority for Maresca in the winter window. Former academy graduate Marc Guehi – sold to Crystal Palace for £18m in 2021 – is linked with a Chelsea return but is rated at £55m. Dewsbury-Hall, 26, followed Maresca in the summer from Leicester for £30m following a Championship winning season. READ MORE SUN STORIESBut he has struggled to push Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez or Romeo Lavia out of Maresca’s midfield. It has made him a target for rivals this month with West Ham most recently linked. Axel Disasi could be offloaded by ChelseaCredit: GettyKiernan Dewsbury-Hall has struggled to break into Chelsea’s starting 11Credit: GettyChristopher Nkunku was linked to Man UtdCredit: Rex More

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      Ex-Chelsea and Arsenal star David Luiz ‘locked in talks over transfer to European giants’ after leaving Brazilian side

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      DAVID LUIZ is in talks to return to European football during the January transfer window.Luiz, now 37, had two trophy-laden spell with Chelsea before leaving the Premier League in 2021 after two years with Arsenal.David Luiz is holding talks regarding a move to Olympiacos, as per his agentCredit: GettyLuiz stood out during two stints at Chelsea before joining ArsenalCredit: PA:Empics SportThe versatile defender returned to his native Brazil where he spent the last three season with Rio de Janeiro giants Flamengo.However the bushy-haired centre-half is now a free agent and could be set to make a shock return to Europe.Luiz’s representative Julio Taran has confirmed he is in talks with Greek side Olympiacos.And Taran revealed that talks with reigning Conference League champions are progressing well.Read More on FootballTaran told Greek journalist Johnny Georgopoulos: “Yes, there are chances David Luiz will play for Olympiacos.”We are in contact with the Greek club.”Luiz is also close friends with Olympiacos star Rodinei, with whom he played for a year at Flamengo until the full-back moved to Greece in 2022.Taran even claimed that the right-back is “pushing” for a reunion with his former team-mate in Piraeus.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe added: “Yes, this is among the reasons [Luiz’s friendship with Rodinei].”Rodinei is like family for David Luiz. Rodinei has spoken highly about David Luiz to Olympiacos management and is pushing for his arrival.”Carragher hits back at David Luiz for title jibe after ex-Arsenal and Chelsea star said ‘it’s funny’ as he never won it Luiz experienced immense success at Chelsea where he amassed 248 appearances across two stints.The defender also won the 2017 Premier League title, two FA Cup trophies, the 2012 Champions League and two Europa League honours. More

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      Former Chelsea star’s stunning daughter strips to racy lingerie in the snow and says ‘I wonder why I’m still sick’

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      JADE LEBOEUF turned into the Snow Queen to give her fans scarlet fever.Chelsea icon Frank’s daughter joked “And then I wonder why I’m still sick” as she posed in red lingerie amid white-floored Icelandic countryside. Jade Leboeuf greeted the snow in her own unique wayCredit: INSTAGRAM @jade_leboeufPraise snowballed for Jade’s icy photoshootCredit: INSTAGRAM @jade_leboeufAt least she made sure her warm-looking footwear was on properlyCredit: INSTAGRAM @jade_leboeufBut it was only her icy offering that was contagious as admirers claimed the model put herself “at risk” with her chilly-frilly, photographic frolic.One fan claimed the reality TV star was “the cause of global warming” as, with a glow in the snow, she looked completely at ease despite the freeze.Jade’s only nod to the conditions was a pair of cosy, colourful footwear.And in one pic she was seen carefully putting on the chunky shoes, with crisp snow caking the rims.Most read in SportOne of her 271,000 Instagram followers posted: “What we won’t do for snaps… it’s true you are sublime Jade.”Another wrote: “You’re in a big risk, what a beauty.” A third added: “Beautiful and wonderful as always and who says perfect doesn’t exist.”Dad Frank was perhaps not thinking of Jade safeguarding herself from wintry weather when he suggested last year she had to “protect” herself.Most read in FootballJade might now be looking forward to more sunny shootsCredit: INSTAGRAM @jade_leboeufHer followers love her contrasting range of fashion choicesCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufFrank Leboeuf appears to have mixed feelings on his daughter’s workCredit: GettyIn fact, the French World Cup winner said then: “She does a job which is not one I necessarily appreciate. She is an influencer.”I always tell her, ‘You’ve got to protect yourself, you have to know what you are doing, and why’.Chelsea legend’s daughter puts on busty display in low-cut top for stunning holiday snaps as fans call her ‘radiant'”If there are people who need advice and tips from my daughter, it’s all well and good if she reassures them.”She explains why and how she does what she does, and things are OK between us.”And if Jade had any doubts about her snow show in Iceland, one fan told her: “It was worth it these pictures are crazy.”A glimpse into the life of the influencer…Jade has built up a huge and loyal following onlineCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufThe stunning model is followed by over a quarter of a million peopleCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufShe regularly shares risque contentCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufShe was used to the limelight from an early age as the daughter of Frank LeboeufCredit: Instagram @jadeleboeufHer work as a model has helped her popularity growCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufJade describes herself as a digital creatorCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufHer posts tend to draw hoards of comments with fans often describing her as ‘beautiful’ and ‘sexy’Credit: instagram @jade_leboeufShe’s not afraid to wear revealing outfitsCredit: jade_leboeuf/instagramSee-through outfits are a favouriteCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeufHer father Frank played for Chelsea from 1996 to 2001Credit: Instagram @jadeleboeufHe was also a World Cup winner with France in 1998, giving him legendary status in his home countryCredit: INSTAGRAM @jade_leboeufHe won two FA Cups during his time in West London when Jade was still a kidCredit: Instagram @jade_leboeuf More

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      Chelsea ‘leading shock transfer race to sign Kobbie Mainoo from Man Utd’, according to bombshell reports

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      CHELSEA are reportedly leading the race to sign Kobbie Mainoo after talks over a new Manchester United deal reached a stalemate.The Mail sensationally claims that United’s young midfielder could be on his way to Stamford Bridge despite his starring role in Sunday’s 2-2 draw at Liverpool.Chelsea are leading the race to sign Kobbie Mainoo from Man UtdCredit: RexThe Red Devils are eager to tie Mainoo down to a new contract, despite his current run not expiring until summer 2027.But talks over an extension have apparently hit a dead end.It’s reckoned FFP constraints mean United are unable to offer Mainoo similar terms to some of their top earners and no longer see him as untouchable.While the player himself is alleged to have “concerns” over the direction of the club and their lack of challenge for Champions League football.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt reportedly means Mainoo is facing an uncertain long-term future at Old Trafford.And Chelsea are now said to be plotting a move to bring Mainoo to London.Todd Boehly has made it his business to snap up the brightest talents in football.Mainoo is already an important fixture for club and country despite not turning 20 years old until April.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAnd he fits the profile of a modern-day Chelsea signing.Mainoo has already made 52 appearances for United since his debut two years ago.Watch Kobbie Mainoo leave three young Man Utd fans stunned with gift in wholesome hidden camera video He’s also played 10 times for England and was a key figure in their run to last summer’s Euros final.Should he join Chelsea, Mainoo would compete for a starting spot against Moises Caicedo, Enzo Fernandez and Romeo Lavia.The Blues also have Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Cesare Casadei and Carney Chukwuemeka in their squad.While Andrey Santos and Lesley Ugochukwu are away on loan. More

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      James Rodriguez becomes unemployed again as Colombia legend, 33, is released on sixth free transfer in six years

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      JAMES RODRIGUEZ has become unemployed for the sixth year in a row and is reportedly considering a return to the Premier League.The 33-year-old is available as a free agent after his contract at LaLiga side Rayo Vallecano was mutually terminated.James Rodriguez has become unemployed again after leaving Rayo VallecanoCredit: GettyHe moved to Rayo in August but has been restricted to just seven appearances in all competitions.Rodriguez had signed a one-year deal with Rayo, who sit 12th in the Spanish top-flight, with the option of a further 12 months.There are both economic and sporting reasons for the former Real Madrid man’s early departure, according to The Athletic.The Colombia international joined Rayo off the back of winning the Golden Ball at the 2024 Copa America.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHe produced six assists to help fire Colombia to the final, only for he and his team-mates to suffer heartbreak with a 1-0 defeat to Argentina.However, Rodriguez has featured just six times in LaLiga this season and predominantly as a substitute.And the former World Cup breakthrough star has not played in the league since a 13-minute cameo against Las Palmas on November 8.Rodriguez moved to Rayo on a free transfer in the summer after leaving Sao Paulo one season into a two-year contract.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe former Bayern Munich forward has had spells at Everton, Olympiacos and Al-Rayyan since leaving the Bernabeu in 2020.He joined the Toffees in 2020 to reunite with his former Madrid and  Bayern Munich boss Carlo Ancelotti.Every Premier League stadium ranked by the number of pubs nearby with one boasting over 130 local boozersRodriguez became a favourite at Goodison Park, before being frozen out by Ancelotti’s unpopular successor Rafael Benitez.He starred 26 times for the Toffees, scoring six goals and laying on eight assists, but they could only finish 10th.And a return to Premier League action is not off the table, according to Portuguese outlet O Jogo.The report cites Aston Villa, Wolves, Fulham and Nottingham Forest as all being interested in the Colombian.It was at the 2014 World Cup when Rodriguez burst on to the scene as one of the hottest properties in football.Rodriguez burst on to the scene with Colombia at the 2014 World Cup in BrazilCredit: Getty Images – GettyBut amid offers from Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester City, he opted to join Real Madrid after lighting up the tournament in Brazil.Rodriguez went on to win two LaLiga titles and a pair of Champions Leagues with Madrid.He then spent two years on loan at Bayern Munich between 2017 and 2019, adding a pair of Bundesliga titles to his trophy collection.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe returned to Real Madrid for the 2019-20 campaign, before joining Everton on a free in September 2020.He captains Colombia and has been capped 112 times at international level, scoring 29 goals.Rodriguez played 26 times for Everton More

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      Chelsea ‘consider recalling Trevoh Chalobah from Crystal Palace loan transfer’ despite being part of ‘bomb squad’

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      CHELSEA are considering recalling Trevoh Chalobah from his loan at Crystal Palace.The defender joined the Eagles in the summer and has made 14 appearances for Oliver Glasner’s side.Chelsea could recall Trevoh Chalobah this monthCredit: GettyChalobah has been part of an effective back three at Selhurst Park, just as he was when he first broke into the Chelsea team under Thomas Tuchel.Blues boss Enzo Maresca allowed him to leave in the summer with Chalobah part of the ‘bomb squad’ in West London.But Chelsea are now considering recalling the centre-back, report The Athletic.Chelsea’s backline has been depleted by injuries with Maresca revealing Wesley Fofana could be out for the rest of the season.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBenoit Badiashile has also been sidelined while Axel Disasi has looked shaky in recent appearances, gifting Ipswich a goal in a defeat last week.Chalobah, 25, has been in and out of the Chelsea side since he made his debut in 2021.He has made 80 appearances since graduating from the club’s academy but was limited to just 13 Prem games last season.Chalobah was barred from using first-team facilities in the summer after being deemed surplus to requirements.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe was made to train with the development squad alongside other outcasts including Armando Broja and Ben Chilwell.Palace boss Glasner spoke about Chalobah’s future, saying: “I could see that there was Axel Disasi and Tosin Adarabioyo on the bench. Chelsea Player Ratings (1)“I don’t know if you need another one if you play with two. I was just reading that Aaron Anselmino comes back so they have five.“I don’t know what they’re planning. Trevoh is doing very well for us.” More

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      Chelsea wonderkid Cesare Casadei ‘AGREES to permanent transfer exit as Torino launch bargain £10m bid’

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      CHELSEA look set to offload wonderkid Cesare Casadei after he AGREED a permanent transfer away. The 21-year-old midfielder was signed in 2022 from Inter Milan in a deal worth £12.6m after he was touted for big things. Cesare Casadei could be on his way out of ChelseaCredit: GettyCasadei was named player of the tournament at the Under-20 World Cup for Italy and looked to be a star of the future. He spent time on loan at Reading and Leicester before being recalled to the Blues squad in January 2024. Incoming manager Enzo Maresca decided to keep Casadei in his side after taking over in the summer. But the player has been limited to just six appearances all season – five in the Europa Conference League and one in the Carabao Cup.READ MORE IN football Casadei has only made Chelsea’s Premier League bench four times – failing to make an appearance. It has led to speculation over his future and now Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Casadei has agreed to join Torino back home in Italy. A deal between the two clubs is now being thrashed out – believed to be in the region of £10m. Chelsea’s terms with Torino is also set to include a buy-back option.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSCasadei is said to have attracted attention from Napoli, Lazio and Monza as well with the player keen on a return home. Maresca did not sign Casadei at Chelsea but the two worked together at Leicester – where the midfielder was played in a more advanced role. Moment Luke Littler copies Chelsea legend’s celebration during World Darts Championship clash with Nathan Aspinall The Stamford Bridge boss praised Casadei in October following a run of Conference League performances. Maresca said: “I am very happy with the way he is playing. “I had Cesare last year and he was playing a little bit in different position. This year, we are using him like a holding midfielder. “The reason why is because I think we go in the direction where the middle you need physical players. Cesare is very big, physically strong and helps us when we want to press. “On the ball, he is improving a lot. Tonight he played one touch, so we are very happy. “For him, it’s the same as the rest; many things he can do better but he is in the right direction.”Enzo Maresca has worked with Casadei at Chelsea and LeicesterCredit: Getty More