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      Chelsea defender Emerson Palmieri asks Jorginho about life in Naples ahead of potential Napoli transfer, claims agent

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      JORGINHO’S agent claims his Chelsea team-mate Emerson Palmieri has been asking him about life in Naples ahead of his proposed transfer.Emerson, 26, could be on his way to Serie A giants Napoli this summer and wanted his Italy team-mate Jorginho to give him a lay of the land, according to Joao Santos.
      Jorginho’s agent says Emerson has asked the midfielder what life’s like in NaplesCredit: EPA
      Football agent Santos claims that Emerson’s keen to know how the way of life is in the Italian city.
      And Jorginho was the best person to ask as he spent four seasons with the Serie A side from 2014-2018, before joining Chelsea.
      Speaking on Emerson’s curiosity, Santos tweeted: “Emerson asked him about the city of Naples and the way of living football in Naples.”
      The Azzuri duo strengthened their bond last weekend when they lifted the Euro 2020 trophy together with Italy, both starting as they defeated England in the final on penalties.
      They also scooped the Champions League with Chelsea a few months prior, putting them in a select group of players to achieve the remarkable feat.
      But Emerson’s playing time for the Blues has been hugely limited which could expedite his departure.
      Jorginho has become one of the team’s anchor’s while Emerson only made two Premier League appearances for the Blues last season.
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      And Napoli’s boss Luciano Spalletti seems certain his club will be the defender’s next destination.
      Asked about whether they are one of the clubs vying for Emerson’s signature, Spalletti cheekily replied: “I can’t say if I called Emerson to join Napoli or not.
      “Maybe yes, maybe it’s happened.”

      Jorginho’s also been subject to transfer speculation over the last few weeks.
      But Santos reckons he’ll remain with the Blues until his contract ends in 2023.
      Although he did admit Juventus have enquired about the maestro’s availability and that if the right offer came from a major club, he and his client will listen to it.
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      Chelsea ‘hellbent on Erling Haaland transfer’ but three stars could be sold or used in swap deal for £150m Dortmund ace

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      ROMAN ABRAMOVICH is prepared to meet Borussia Dortmund’s asking price for Erling Haaland, according to reports.The Bundesliga side will reportedly accept an offer of £150million for the in-demand striker.
      Erling Haaland is believed to be keen on moving to Chelsea this summer
      Roman Abramovich is ready to spend whatever is necessary to land Haaland
      And Abramovich, who is determined to land the striker, is ready to make the necessary funds available, report German outlet Bild.
      The deal would break the British transfer record, and naturally Chelsea may need to offload some players to secure the move.
      Tammy Abraham has been linked with a move to West Ham this summer after falling out of Thomas Tuchel’s plans last season.
      He is one of several first-team players who could depart, along with Hakim Ziyech and Callum Hudson-Odoi.
      Ziyech only joined the club last year and has scored six goals in 39 games for The Blues.
      The highly-rated Hudson-Odoi has attracted interest from Bayern Munich, and Chelsea could now cash in.
      And according to Bild, the sale of that trio could raise around £90m, meaning Abramovich would only need to find £60m to finalise the Haaland transfer.

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      Tammy Abraham is one of several players who could leave Stamford Bridge this summer

      Olivier Giroud is another player heading for the exit door and he could be joined by Emerson Palmieri.
      That means Tuchel would need another striker, and landing Haaland would be quite the coup given the interest in him.
      The Norwegian star is said to be keen on moving to Stamford Bridge so it is possible a deal will be struck this summer.
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      Erling Haaland is already in England, jokes Dortmund chief as Chelsea transfer target misses pre-season fitness test

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      BORUSSIA DORTMUND sporting director Michael Zorc joked Erling Haaland is ‘already in England’ as he missed pre-season training. Haaland was absent at Dortmund’s preparations for the start of the season, but it was laughed off by club chief Zorc.
      Dortmund chief joked Erling Haaland is ‘already in England’ as he missed pre-season trainingCredit: Getty
      He told Sky Germany: “Erling is already in England.”
      The Norwegian is among the strikers linked with Champions League holders Chelsea, who are on the hunt for a striker this summer.
      Timo Werner, 25, managed only 12 goals with Tammy Abraham, 23, and Olivier Giroud, 34, also facing uncertain futures.
      It is believed Dortmund goal machine Haaland, 20, has since emerged as their priority target.
      Some reports have suggested Chelsea have even started talks with his agent Mino Raiola.
      It is understood Dortmund have set a £150million price tag on the forward this summer, but Haaland has a £65m release clause come into play next year.
      If he remains at Dortmund, it will spark an even bigger transfer pursuit.
      It leaves Chelsea considering matching the fee the German side have laid out already.

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      But Dortmund are in no rush to sell Haaland, having agreed a £73m deal for winger Jadon Sancho, 21, to leave for Manchester United.
      Zorc added: “Nothing has changed. We are firmly planning with Erling for the new season.”
      Sancho is expected to complete his medical to United this summer before enjoying a well earned summer holiday.
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      Chelsea ‘preparing BIG Erling Haaland transfer offer but Dortmund holding out on £150m’, claims Jan Aage Fjortoft

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      CHELSEA are reportedly plotting a big-money move for Borussia Dortmund star Erling Haaland this summer.The striker is highly sought after with Real Madrid and Barcelona showing a keen interest earlier this year.
      Erling Haaland has a price tag of £150m this summer
      Manchester City and Manchester United could also make a move but it seems Chelsea are looking to pip their rivals to sign Haaland this summer.
      And the Blues are preparing a BIG offer for the Norwegian according to journalist Jan Aage Fjortoft.
      Dortmund have issued a hands-off warning to potential suitors but will reportedly accept a fee of £150million for their prized asset.
      Haaland is also believed to be interested in a move to Stamford Bridge.
      But with no deal on the horizon yet Thomas Tuchel has issued a transfer deadline date to both Haaland and Dortmund.
      The German hopes he can apply pressure on the two parties in order to secure a deal.
      But with Chelsea only willing to pay £135m for the attacker they may have to wait to get their man.

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      Haaland could be available for just £65m next year due to a release clause that will come into play, but that fee is likely to be met by other European powerhouses.
      A failure to land Haaland could mean Chelsea switch their transfer focus to Ben White or Jules Kounde as Tuchel bids to boost his defensive options.
      But with Olivier Giroud potentially on his way out it is perhaps likely the Chelsea boss will also want more firepower up-front.

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      Thomas Tuchel gives Erling Haaland transfer to Chelsea a deadline with Blues boss impatient to sign Dortmund striker

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      THOMAS TUCHEL has given Borussia Dortmund and Erling Haaland a transfer deadline before pursuing other targets, according to reports.The Chelsea boss wants the Norwegian wonderkid to lead the line next season.
      Chelsea are putting pressure on Dortmund to sell Erling HaalandCredit: Getty
      The Blues are just one of a handful of top European giants preparing to scrap for his signature.
      Chelsea were believed to be one of the frontrunners to sign the 20-year-old with reports claiming the club had already agreed personal terms with the striker.
      But Tuchel is eager to get the deal over the line sooner rather than later ahead of the new season.
      Football London write how Tuchel has set a deadline to help put pressure on Dortmund to cash in.
      The Bundesliga club are desperate to hold on to their talisman for one more year, especially after letting Jadon Sancho join Manchester United.
      It is understood Dortmund have set a £150m price tag on the forward, but the Blues see an offer of £135m more preferable.
      Haaland has a £65m release clause come into play next year but if he remains at Dortmund, it will spark an even bigger transfer pursuit.

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      Boss Thomas Tuchel is eager to sign a new striker this summerCredit: Getty

      Chelsea are also looking to make space in their squad with AC Milan in talks to sign Frenchman Giroud.
      Tammy Abraham is also up for grabs if Chelsea receive an offer in the region of £40m.
      Chelsea have also been linked with a return for Romelu Lukaku and Italian Andrea Belotti.
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      Chelsea ‘expected’ to launch Jules Kounde transfer bid as £69m-rated Sevilla star not keen on Tottenham move

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      CHELSEA are reportedly preparing a bid to steal highly-rated Sevilla and France defender Jules Kounde away from Tottenham.The 22-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Spurs over recent weeks.
      Kounde is one of the highest rated defenders in EuropeCredit: EPA
      And Manchester City also had a bid of £47million rejected by the LaLiga club, leading the Spanish outfit to insist he will not be leaving for anything less than £69m.
      According to Eldesmarque, that has now led to Chelsea declaring their interest as they look to hijack the deal for Kounde.
      Meanwhile, Real Madrid are thought to be the only possible destination for Kounde in Spain.
      This is because Barcelona’s financial difficulties mean they will not be able to afford the extortionate price tag which has been placed on the Frenchman.
      Kounde was a part of Didier Deschamps’ 26-man squad that were dumped out of Euro 2020 in the last 16 by Switzerland.
      But that has not diminished the interest in Kounde from English clubs.
      It remains to be seen whether Chelsea or Spurs will be able to get a deal over the line in the coming weeks.
      Meanwhile, Thomas Tuchel’s European champions are also being linked with a move for Rennes midfielder Eduardo Camavinga.

      The £26million-rated France midfielder, 18, reportedly wants to stay in his home country by joining PSG.
      But Le Parisien suggest Chelsea have spoken directly to Rennes about him.
      Blues’ boss Thomas Tuchel hopes to strengthen his engine room after Scotland ace Billy Gilmour switched to promoted Norwich on loan for the season.
      Manchester United, Arsenal and Real Madrid have also been linked with three-cap starlet Camavinga, who has just a year left on his contract.
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      Jorginho has transfer offers to leave Chelsea but wants contract talks with Marina Granovskaia, reveals agent

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      JORGINHO’S agent claims the Italy hero is wanted by other clubs but hopes to open new contract talks with Chelsea.Ahead of Sunday’s Euro 2020 final with England, ex-Blues boss Maurizio Sarri and Azzurri striker Lorenzo Insigne have suggested the midfielder should be rivalling Lionel Messi for the Ballon d’Or.
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      Italy midfielder Jorginho is gearing up for Sunday’s Euro 2020 final with England amid talk that rivals clubs want the Chelsea aceCredit: Getty
      Jorginho bagged Italy’s semi-final shootout winner over SpainCredit: Getty – Pool
      And with the playmaker currently very much in vogue, Jorginho’s representative Joao Santos says the 29-year-old is looking to hold negotiations with Chelsea director Marina Granovskaia.
      Santos told Radio Marte: “Today Jorginho’s valuation is around €50 million (£42.8m). If a team arrives… obviously he has made it to many finals.”
      And asked about interest from rival teams, he added: “Yes, but our first thought is to speak to Marina Granovskaia about the renewal.
      “This is certainly a very important moment in his career, he has been waiting for it for 20 years.” 
      Jorginho was an ever-present in Chelsea’s successful Champions League campaign after his finest season in the Premier League.
      And that form has continued at the Euros as one of the tournament’s leading link-players.
      Lazio manager Sarri said: “If Italy were to win the European Championship, it is clear that he would become one [a favourite for the Ballon d’Or].

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      “He is a refined player, probably not understandable by everyone.
      “You have to set your eyes on him and only watch him in the game.
      “He is so good and intelligent that he makes everything seem easy, rarely anything spectacular remains in your eyes. This is his greatness.”
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      Olivier Giroud ‘wants to QUIT Chelsea for AC Milan after agreeing personal terms over transfer’

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      OLIVIER GIROUD reportedly wants to quit Chelsea for AC Milan after agreeing personal terms with the Italian giants.Fabrizio Romano claims Giroud, 34, has struck a deal with Milan on a two-year contract.
      Olivier Giroud has agreed personal terms with AC Milan as he looks to leave ChelseaCredit: AFP
      And he is eager to complete his San Siro move as soon as possible.
      Chelsea are now deep in negotiations with Milan over a transfer fee.
      But an agreement is expected to be reached shortly.
      Milan were eager to sign Giroud on a free transfer when his Blues deal expired this summer.
      However, Chelsea announced last month that they secretly triggered an automatic one-year extension in Giroud’s contract earlier this year, preventing him leaving for nothing.
      But that has not stopped Milan from continuing to pursue a deal, with the Italians ready to pay a fee to bring Giroud to Serie A.
      The French World Cup winner scored 39 goals in 119 games for Chelsea over a three-and-a-half year period after joining from rivals Arsenal.
      Giroud won the 2018 FA Cup, 2019 Europa League and 2021 Champions League during his time at Stamford Bridge.
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      But he barely featured under Frank Lampard and Thomas Tuchel last term, with most of his 17 Premier League appearances coming from the bench.
      Giroud isn’t the only striker facing an exit this summer, with Tammy Abraham also expected to leave.
      That’s because European champion Tuchel wants to bring in Borussia Dortmund’s Erling Haaland.
      The Norwegian goalscoring sensation is open to moving to London.
      But after Dortmund sold Jadon Sancho to Man United for £73million, Chelsea will need to break the bank for Haaland this summer.
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