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      Ex-Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel ‘open to replacing Xavi at Barcelona but wants to take Erik ten Hag’s job at Man Utd’

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      THOMAS TUCHEL would consider bossing Barcelona – if he can’t get the Manchester United job.That’s the claim from Germany after the ex-Chelsea chief agreed to leave Bayern Munich this summer.Thomas Tuchel could land another huge role when he leaves BayernCredit: GettyAnother former Blues’ manager, Graham Potter, is the current favourite to succeed Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford – closely followed by Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane and ex-Wolves manager Julen Lopetegui.But SportBild journalist Christian Falk says Tuchel’s “priority” is a Premier League return – with United topping his wishlist.However, if Ten Hag holds onto his position, or if new Red Devils’ minority owner sir Jim Ratcliffe looks elsewhere, then Barca could beckon.Nou Camp legend Xavi has refused the Spanish giants’ request to U-turn on his pledge to quit as boss at the end of the season.READ MORE TOP STORIESAnd the race to replace him appears wide open.Falk has named Tuchel as a willing contender – but the ex-PSG chief faces tough competition from fellow German Hansi Flick.It leaves at least four of Europe’s traditional giants – United, Real, Bayern and Liverpool – staring at major managerial decisions this summer.Indeed, Tuchel has also been mentioned as an option to follow Jurgen Klopp at Anfield.Most read in FootballHOW TO GET FREE BETS ON FOOTBALLIt appears Bayer Leverkusen boss Xabi Alonso is so far Liverpool’s top target.But Bayern have also been linked with the former Spain midfielder, who played for the Bundesliga club as well as the Reds and Real.I won iconic Treble at Man Utd… but I fear I’ll have to BUY a football club to ever land another managerial job More

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      Chelsea star Wesley Fofana and wife mysteriously unfollow each other on Instagram with photos of lavish wedding deleted

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      CHELSEA’S Wesley Fofana and wife Cyrine have sparked a mystery by unfollowing each other on Instagram and deleting wedding photos.The glamorous couple only wed in 2022, at the plush Yacht Club De Monaco, after announcing their relationship the year before on social media.Wesley Fofana married Cyrine in MonacoCredit: Instagram @lawestt_Cyrine has more than 15,000 fans on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM @cyrinesbrFofana and Cyrine have made big changes to their profilesCredit: Instagram @lawestt_But online fans of the France centre-back and his partner might be stunned to see dramatic changes to their profiles.Question marks were first raised last year when Cyrine – a vice-president at a marketing consultancy – made her page private.Speculation faded for a while once her page returned to public access.But now their latest action on Instagram has reignited talk over their relationship.READ MORE TOP STORIESFofana, who has 786,000 followers, and Cyrine, who has 15,600, have stopped following each other on their popular accounts.That means, if you go to one of their accounts, it comes out blank if you type in their partner’s name.They have also taken down photos of themselves together, – having previously offered several happy images together for the public to see.And fans might think it is particularly telling that two especially romantic pics now appear to be absent.Most read in FootballHOW TO GET FREE BETS ON FOOTBALLCyrine had previously shared a snap of the couple about to kiss on the steps as they boarded a private jet.And another photo showed the successful Frenchwoman being lavished on a past Valentine’s Day with roses and handbags.I broke down in tears in the en-suite’ reveals Steve Sidwell as ex-Chelsea star opens up on way football career endedIn fact, the sole posts left from their wedding day and other special events only come up in the tagged sections of their profiles.In other words, they can only be seen if other people have posted them.The pair, both from Marseille, used to love posting glitzy shots together – until the latest development.For example, Cyrine was snapped in a sleeveless mini-dress and her husband in a white suit at a Louis Vuitton show last summer.It all follows their move to London two years ago after Fofana moved from Leicester to Chelsea.Meanwhile, the 23-year-old is still not fully fit following reconstruction surgery on his  anterior cruciate ligament last July.The Blues hope the former Saint-Etienne ace will be available before the end of the season.The couple have attended star-studded events together in the pastCredit: Instagram @lawestt_A puzzle has been created by Cyrine and Wesley’s recent Instagram actionCredit: INSTAGRAM @cyrinesbrCyrine regularly shares glamorous shots on social mediaCredit: INSTAGRAM @cyrinesbr More

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      Victor Osimhen ‘wants to join Chelsea’ over Man Utd and Arsenal, reveals Blues icon who is trying to seal transfer

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      VICTOR OSIMHEN wants to join Chelsea, a Blues legend has claimed.The 25-year-old Nigerian earned legendary status last season and was instrumental in Napoli ending their 33-year wait for the Serie A title.Reports are mounting that Chelsea are winning the race to sign Victor OsimhenCredit: GettyJohn Obi Mikel says his fellow Nigerian wants to join the BluesCredit: GettyOsimhen scored 26 goals in 32 top-flight matches and has continued that red-hot form this term despite several controversies.The hotshot was linked with a host of Europe’s biggest clubs over the summer as both Manchester United and Chelsea chased his signature.After a move failed to materialise, the Premier League duo and rivals Arsenal were then put on red alert after a controversial TikTok post left the player contemplating SUING his employers back in September.Then it emerged that Chelsea were leading the race to try and sign him – despite Napoli working hard to secure their talisman to a new long-term deal.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLLiverpool were another club linked with him despite him eventually agreeing an extension with Napoli until 2026.However, the Italian media appear to be convinced that Osimhen is heading to Chelsea in the summer transfer window.And a compatriot of the star who enjoys legendary status with the Blues has claimed that the hotshot wants to move to West London.According to Calciomercato, John Obi Mikel appeared to be trying his best to get Osimhen to join his old side Chelsea in quotes he reportedly said at the Web Summit Qatar event.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe 2012 Champions League winner said: “I think there is genuine interest on both sides.“I am convinced that Victor wants to come to Chelsea.Watch Man Utd and Chelsea transfer target Osimhen ‘cook’ three players with ‘casual elite tekkers’ during kickabout“He obviously wants to follow in my footsteps and the footsteps of the Nigerian players who played for Chelsea, like Victor Moses and Celestine Babayaro.“And there is London, a fantastic city: there is no comparison with Liverpool or places like that.”Mikel then added: “He has so many clubs interested in him, like Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, but I’m pushing, sending him messages, trying to make sure there is only one club in his mind: the Blues!”Osimhen is believed to be prioritising a move to the Premier League and is seeking around £250,000-a-week wages, which both Arsenal and Chelsea would be willing to pay.He reportedly has a release clause worth £111m that Chelsea are willing to activate. More

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      Chelsea star Levi Colwill ‘lined up for shock Champions League transfer’ as Blues look to comply with FFP

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      LEVI COLWILL is being lined up for a shock move to French giants Paris Saint-Germain.The 21-year-old has emerged as a long-term transfer target for the Ligue 1 champions.Paris Saint-Germain are lining up a move for Chelsea defender Levi ColwillCredit: AlamyColwill has made 31 appearances for Chelsea so far this season, scoring once from defence.The academy graduate has established himself in the first-team after shining on loan at Brighton last season.His performances for the Seagulls saw him rewarded with a new six-year deal at Stamford Bridge back in the summer.Meanwhile, he was handed his senior England debut by Gareth Southgate in October.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWSAccording to Jonathan Johnson, though, he could now be set to leave the Premier League.Colwill is said to have emerged as a target for PSG, who are willing to play a long game to land their man, with the Blues unlikely to sell this summer.The report adds that he is seen as an alternative to first-choice defensive target Leny Yoro.Yoro, 18, has broken into the Lille first-team this season, sparking a transfer race involving PSG, Real Madrid and Liverpool.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSManchester United were also linked with a move before the January transfer window.The interest in Colwill comes after reports Chelsea may have to sell a host of players this summer in order to comply with Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules.Chelsea 3 Leeds 2: Gallagher nets last-gasp winner ease pressure on Pochettino as Blues edge out brave Whites in FA CupIn addition, homegrown player sales are seen to provide greater value when adhering to FFP.This is because there are no reductions to the value of the sale in FFP calculations due to the price of the player’s initial contract.However, Colwill is not thought to be one of the stars Chelsea are willing to sell this summer. More

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      Premier League clubs on transfer alert for Man Utd-beating starlet who hasn’t played in months and ‘won’t sign new deal’

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      ONE rising star has left a number of top clubs on high alert with his decision to not sign a new deal with his current club.Roony Bardghji, 18, was already catching the eye with his performances for Copenhagen this season.Roony Bardghji has piqued the interest of a number of top clubs with his current contract situationCredit: GettyBardghji burst onto the European scene this season with a late winner against Man Utd in the Champions LeagueCredit: GettyThe teenager has scored ten goals in 29 appearances for the Danish outfit this year.And one of those was an 87th minute winner that toppled Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United side in a 4-3 Champions League win.Bardghji is widely considered as one of the best young talents in Europe and will see his current deal at Copenhagen expire in December of next year.But according to Fabrizio Romano, the Swedish winger has no intention to sign a new long-term contract with his current club.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt’s said that a number of top clubs are monitoring the situation with the youngster seeing his game time drop off a cliff since the turn of the year.Bardghji featured in every single Danish Superliga game of the season for Copenhagen before the new year but is yet to grace the pitch in any competition in 2024.United, the team he put to the sword, are one club who have a keen interest in the Swedish U21 international.The Red Devils have sent scouts to watch Bardghji this season, but will face competition for his signature.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSReports have suggested that Premier League rivals Chelsea and Newcastle are also interested in the young gun.While Spanish outlet Sport claim that European giants Barcelona and Bayern Munich are keeping a keen eye on Bardghji’s situation.Wayne Rooney gives cheeky smile as he cryptically reveals ‘we all know changes are coming’ at Man UtdThey claim Copenhagen may be forced to sell their academy graduate if his contract situation is not resolved by the end of the season.Bardghji could return to action in the coming days with huge clashes with Midtjylland in the league and Man City in the Champions League on the horizon. More

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      ‘What criteria did they use?’ – Fans baffled to discover Premier League flops already qualified for Fifa Club World Cup

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      FANS have been left baffled after Chelsea were announced as qualifiers for the expanded 2025 Fifa Club World Cup.The tournament is set to undergo a big shake-up next year with 32 teams involved. Chelsea have qualified for the expanded 2025 Fifa Club World CupCredit: GettyAnd surprisingly, Chelsea will be one of them, joining the likes of Manchester City, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich and PSG. One fan reacted to the news, saying: “Why are Chelsea there.”Another said: “Chelsea finished 10th but still going to the Club World Cup.”One added: “What is the criteria for qualification?”READ MORE IN football Another agreed: “How did Chelsea qualify? What qualification criteria did FIFA use?”Despite mass fan confusion, Fifa confirmed that Champions League winners from 2021-2024 qualify for the tournament. And Chelsea lifted the European cup under the guidance of Thomas Tuchel only three years ago. Winners of “each confederation’s premier club competition” also qualify, explaining Bayern Munich and PSG’s presence. Most read in Football2025 Fifa Club World Cup teams so far

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      CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMore info will be announced throughout 2024 — including the trophy, host cities, and the draw.But for now, the first 19 sides have been announced, with a further 13 to be added.Astrid Wett boycotting Chelsea matches after she is ‘spat at’ despite ‘being one of club’s biggest fans’ The new 32-team tournament format will take place every four years with an extended international break merging the current September and October slots to facilitate the changes.City – last season’s Champions League winners – are the current holders. More

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      ‘Gary, what have you done?’ – Pochettino hits out at Neville AGAIN after Chelsea ‘billion-pound bottle jobs’ jibe

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      MAURICO POCHETTINO has hit out at Gary Neville AGAIN as Chelsea delivered a response to his “billion pound bottle jobs” jibe.Conor Gallagher fired the Blues in the FA Cup quarter-final by the skin of their teeth with eight seconds of normal time remaining.Mauricio Pochettino hit out at Gary Neville againCredit: RexChelsea fell behind early on when a defensive error led to Mateo Joseph scoring his first senior goal as Leeds went ahead after only nine minutes.Nicolas Jackson made it 1-1 then Mykhailo Mudryk gave Chelsea a 37th-minute lead before Joseph was on target again to level the scores.Pochettino said: “It’s like Gary, my friend, what have you done? His opinion now is a run and a run and a run. I cannot be upbeat about that.”With all my love to Gary, it is not fair to use this type of word for a team that is so brave and a club that always shows it fights for big things.READ MORE ON CHELSEA”What can we do? Now only with this type of performance, show that we are brave, can win games, and of course, nothing to say, we keep moving.”It is not important for the team, it is not important for us, because we know who we are and how we behave and why we lost the game against Liverpool is nothing to do with this.”It is because of all different things. You need to accept opinions. But that is not for us. “We know we are brave, working hard, and if people want to be run and run and run this comment… look, nothing to say. It is opinion and that’s it. We won.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSNeville’s blast came after Chelsea’s League Cup loss to Jurgen Klop’s Liverpool. He said: “Klopp’s kids against the blue billion-pound bottlejobs”.Chelsea 3 Leeds 2: Gallagher nets last-gasp winner ease pressure on Pochettino as Blues edge out brave Whites in FA CupExplaining his dig, Neville later clarified: “I feel bad now! No, look, I’m not going to sit here and say it was an instinctive commentary moment… I mean, it was instinctive because I didn’t know what was going to happen in extra-time.”But Peter [Drury] did about 35 seconds after the goal and Carra did about 25 seconds and I was getting angrier. Grab this opportunity, don’t have regrets! “Just from a playing point of view, the idea of a team not seizing the day, seizing the moment, grabbing the opportunity, all those things we say to each other in lives as young people, that we want a team to grab this moment. Chelsea shrunk.”I used the word “shrunk” and maybe “bottle” is a very strong word, but playing with absolute fear, froze, whatever you want to call it, that’s what we saw in extra-time.”Ultimately, I don’t want that tag to stick with them because the reality is that there are a lot of talented young players there who may go on.” Neville blasted Chelsea as ‘billion pound bottle jobs’Credit: Rex More

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      Chelsea player ratings: Mudryk stakes claim for starting spot but Sanchez nervy on return to team in FA Cup win

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      SUB Conor Gallagher was Chelsea’s 90th-minute hero after another night of many questions for boss Mauricio Pochettino.The much-changed Blues sunk Leeds 3-2 to book an FA Cup quarter-final at home to Leicester.Mykhaylo Mudryk scored and shone on a rare start for the BluesCredit: RexConor Gallagher cracked Chelsea’s winner despite pressure from Liam CooperCredit: GettyMateo Joseph fired home twice for the Championship visitors – with Nicolas Jackson and Mykhailo Mudryk flashing fine replies for Chelsea inbetween.Then just seconds away from stoppage time, Gallagher spun well in the box to wriggle through to plant the Blues’ winner.Here’s how Poch’s Blues rated in a ding-dong clash at Stamford Bridge.ROBERT SANCHEZ – 5 You could feel the nerves at times when the ball went back to him. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIt is understandable why many fans were left scratching their heads over why Maurico Pochettino started him over Djordje Petrovic. AXEL DISASI – 5 Was caught in possession for Leeds’ opener by Mateo Joseph. Seems to have not got anyone convinced despite that blinder of a performance against Manchester City recently. Alfie Gilchrist was handed a surprise start in Chelsea’s defenceCredit: ReutersHOW TO GET FREE BETS ON FOOTBALLTREVOH CHALOBAH – 6 Could have done better to cut out the cross for the second goal but was a steady return to the line up on his first start of the season. Sam Allardyce offers to ‘fly back from Dubai tomorrow’ to replace Mauricio Pochettino as Chelsea managerALFIE GILCHRIST – 5 Allowed Dan James to get in behind him in the build up to the opener. Looked nervy playing at left-back and you could see that when he played a back pass a little short to Sanchez early on. Most read in FA CupMALO GUSTO – 6 Bit scrappy to start with, chipping a pass straight out of play but was involved in the passing sequence which led to the opener. ENZO FERNANDEZ – 6 He went from zero to hero. Archie Gray, just 17, made Fernandez look bang average for most of the match. It was hard to believe they splurged £106million on him before he produced a blistering run to tee up Gallagher for the winner to prove his worth.MOISES CAICEDO – 7 Fed through to Nicolas Jackson for the opener but struggled at times against Ethan Ampadu. NONI MADUEKE – 6 Was involved in the build up for Chelsea’s second goal but was frustrating to watch him stroll about on the pitch while the Blues were out of possession. Big-money buys Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo were again paired in Chelsea’s midfield as they sandwich Leeds forward Joel PiroeCredit: GettyMYKHAILO MUDRYK – 8 His twinkle toes wreaked havoc on Leeds in the opening stages and he produced the slickest of finishes to make it 2-1. Seems to pop up when Poch is under pressure, considering he was on target against Palace, Fulham and Newcastle in the League Cup. He’s staking a claim to start games. NICOLAS JACKSON – 7 The Senegal forward has looked reinvigorated since returning from AFCON, hitting his tenth goal of the season across all competitions to give the Blues a glimmer of hope. Has to be given credit for a crisp finish for the opener.RAHEEM STERLING – 6 Whipped an inch-perfect cross into Mudryk to make it 2-1. READ MORE SUN STORIESWas the oldest Blues’ player on the pitch at age 29 but lacked leadership and impact when the team needed it most before he was substituted. SUBSCHILWELL 5PALMER 6COLWILL 6GALLAGHER 8TAURIAINEN 5Nicolas Jackson hails his early equaliser in a dramatic tieCredit: Getty More