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      Chelsea ‘make Napoli striker Victor Osimhen top transfer target’ and could shatter their own Premier League record

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      CHELSEA have set Napoli superstar Victor Osimhen as their “primary target” and could break their own Premier League record to sign him.The Blues are in dire need of a striker that would be a focal point in Mauricio Pochettino’s frontline amid another turbulent season that has seen the team slump to 10th place in the Prem table.
      Chelsea have set Napoli superstar Victor Osimhen as their top targetCredit: Getty
      Chelsea may have to shatter the Premier League transfer record again for OsimhenCredit: Alamy
      According to The Telegraph, the West Londoners have placed Osimhen at the top of their transfer wishlist with the player presumably keen to move to Stamford Bridge.
      However, the 24-year-old commands a massive release clause north of £100million, which makes a January swoop unlikely.
      That means Chelsea may have to shatter the Premier League transfer record for a third time in a row.
      Club owner Todd Boehly splashed £107m for Enzo Fernandez last January.
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      Boehly then went all out once more in the summer when he paid £115m for Moises Caicedo.
      However, Chelsea have a link in their bid to sign Osimhen and that is Kalidou Koulibaly, who could help his former club.
      Al-Hilal star Koulibaly spent two years with the Nigerian at Napoli and still has close ties with the player as well as the Prem giants.
      Osimhen has scored six goals in 11 appearances so far this season after leading Napoli to their first Serie A title in 33 years with 31 goals in 39 appearances last term.
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      The centre-forward, however, has butted heads with the Partenopei this season after some videos were posted on an official club TikTok account.
      The ex-Lille star’s representatives threatened legal action after now deleted clips appeared to make fun of him.
      Chelsea will soon have Christopher Nkunku back in action from a knee injury and the versatile forward could add some much-needed firepower up front come December. More

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      What are the Chelsea chants?

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      WEST London team Chelsea have played on the same Stamford Bridge grounds since they first formed in 1905. But what about the fan-favourite chants that keep the Blues going?
      Stamford Bridge is the historic home of Chelsea Football ClubCredit: PA
      What are the Chelsea chants?
      Carefree
      This chant is to the tune of the chorus of Lord of the Dance by The Dubliners:
      Carefree, wherever you may be,
      We are the famous CFC,
      And we don’t give a f***
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      Wherever you may be,
      ‘Cause we are the famous CFC.
      We all Follow the Chelsea
      There’s some dispute about why Leicester is included in this Chelsea chant, but some suggest it is a reference to the two clubs’ bitter rivalry in the 70s and 80s. 
      We all follow the Chelsea,
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      Over land and sea (and Leicester!)
      We all follow the Chelsea,
      On to victory.
      (Altogether now!)
      10 Men Went to Mow
      Possibly the most iconic Chelsea chant, 10 Men Went to Mow, goes like this: 
      One man went to mow,
      Went to mow a meadow,
      One man and his dog (spot!)
      Went to mow a meadow.
      Two men went to mow,
      Went to mow a meadow,
      Two men, one man and his dog (spot!)
      Went to mow a meadow.
      And so on, until (standing):
      Ten men went to mow,
      Went to mow a meadow,
      Ten men, nine men, eight men, seven men, six men, five men, four men, three men, two men, one man and his dog (spot!)
      Went to mow a meadow.
      Keep the Blue Flag Flying High
      This long-standing Chelsea chant is to the tune of the 19th-century socialist song “The Red Flag”, which is also the anthem of the Labour Party.
      Flying high, up in the sky,
      We’ll keep the blue flag flying high
      From Stamford Bridge to Wemb(er)ley
      We’ll keep the blue flag flying high
      Super Frankie Lampard
      Fans have come up with a chant in honour of former Chelsea legend, Frank Lampard, still heard at Stamford Bridge.
      Super, super Frank
      Super, super Frank
      Super, super Frank
      Super Frankie Lampard
      The Liquidator
      Many clubs play an instrumental version of Harry J Allstars’ 1969 reggae song, The Liquidator.
      Chelsea, Wolverhampton Wanderers, and West Bromwich Albion all claim to be the first to do so.
      It became an official Chelsea walk-out song in 1970. 
      Blue is the Colour
      The original version of this legendary Chelsea song was recorded by the squad in 1972, and even reached number one in the UK. 
      Blue is the colour, football is the game
      We’re all together, and winning is our aim
      So cheer us on through the sun and rain
      ’cause Chelsea, Chelsea is our name
      Here at the Bridge whether rain or fine
      We can shine all the time
      Home or away, come and see us play
      You’re welcome any day
      Blue is the colour, football is the game
      We’re all together, and winning is our aim
      So cheer us on through the sun and rain
      ’cause Chelsea, Chelsea is our name
      Come to the Shed and we’ll welcome you
      Wear your blue and see us through
      Sing loud and clear until the game is done
      Sing Chelsea everyone.
      Chelsea, Chelsea
      The clue is in the name — this is a simple chant: 
      Chelsea, Chelsea, Chelsea, Chelsea
      Blue Day
      Blue Day was released as a single by English singer Suggs, with backing from the Chelsea squad, when they were playing in the FA Cup final. 
      It reached number 22 in the UK singles chart. 
      It’s now sung by fans at Stamford Bridge home games. 
      The only place to be
      Every other Saturday
      Is strollin’ down the Fulham Road
      Meet your mates and have a drink
      Have a moan and start to think
      Will there ever be a blue tomorrow?
      We’ve waited so long
      But we’d wait for ever
      Our blood is blue and
      We would leave you never
      And when we make it
      It’ll be together
      Chelsea Chelsea, Chelsea Chelsea
      We’re gonna make this a Blue Day
      Chelsea Chelsea, Chelsea Chelsea
      We’re gonna make this a Blue Day
      We’ve got some memories
      Albeit from the Seventies when
      Ossie & Co restored our pride
      Now we’ve got hope, and a team, suddenly it’s not a dream
      We’ll keep the Blue Flag flying high
      We’ve waited so long
      But we’d wait for ever
      Our blood is blue and
      We would leave you never
      And when we make it
      It’ll be together
      Chelsea Chelsea, Chelsea Chelsea
      We’re gonna make this a Blue Day
      Chelsea Chelsea, Chelsea Chelsea
      We’re gonna make this a Blue Day
      Now even Heaven
      Is Blue today, you should
      Hear the Chelsea roar
      Hear the Chelsea roar
      Chelsea Chelsea, Chelsea Chelsea
      We’re gonna make this a Blue Day
      Chelsea Chelsea, Chelsea Chelsea
      We’re gonna make this a Blue Day
      Chelsea Chelsea, Chelsea Chelsea
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      Timo Werner ‘in line for stunning Premier League transfer return’ with RB Leipzig prepared to let Chelsea flop leave

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      TIMO WERNER could sensationally return to the Premier League, according to reports.The striker spent two seasons with Chelsea after leaving RB Leipzig for £47.5million in 2020.
      Timo Werner is on Fulham’s radarCredit: Getty
      Werner won the Champions League with the Blues but scored just ten Premier League goals in 56 matches as he struggled to perform consistently.
      The flop rejoined RB Leipzig in 2022, but he could be allowed to leave the club again.
      Reports suggest that the German side are open to loaning him out in January to get his high wages off their bill.
      A move to the Prem is on the cards with Fulham supposedly potential suitors.
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      The Cottagers are in the market for a striker with the club struggling for goals this season after selling Aleksandar Mitrovic to Al-Hilal in the summer.
      There is initial interest in Werner but his wages could prove a problem for Fulham.
      West Ham and Real Madrid have also been linked with him.
      Meanwhile, the West Londoners could go for Wolfsburg’s Jonas Wind instead.
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      Fulham are expected to back Marco Silva in the transfer market after he penned a new long-term deal at the club.
      And funds could be boosted by the possible sale of Joao Palhinha, who was close to joining Bayern Munich before the start of the season.
      Fulham are battling Manchester United and Liverpool for the signing of Brazil international Andre to replace him. More

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      Furious Mauricio Pochettino hauls Chelsea flops in for early morning training after Newcastle thumping

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      MAURICIO POCHETTINO will haul his Chelsea players in for a cold training session this morning following their horror show at Newcastle.The Blues’ woes continued on Saturday afternoon as they were thumped 4-1 by The Magpies at St James Park.
      Chelsea were thumped 4-1 by NewcastleCredit: REUTERS
      Blues boss Mauricio Pochettino angrily watched on from the touchlineCredit: GETTY
      The Argentine will haul Blues flops in for an early morning training session todayCredit: GETTY
      Pochettino’s troops are currently toiling in 10th place in the table following their FIFTH league defeat of the season and the Argentine plans to fire a rocket up their backsides by making them report for training today.
      The 51-year-old told Premier League Productions: “It was our worst game of the season.
      “It was tough to be in the stands [for three yellow cards this season].
      “We cannot complain about the result, we did not read the game from the beginning.
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      “We did not play how we should play, we showed a lack of intensity and energy.
      “Even after we scored, at 1-1, it was a chance for us to force them to play deep, but it was so easy for Newcastle.
      “That is why I am so upset with the performance.
      “It is a young team, they need this type of situation to realise. We will go to the hotel, then train early tomorrow, no time off.
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      “We cannot blame the players, it is the team together.
      “We need to understand the level we need to compete, and learn about this situation.”
      A first-half strike from Alexander Isak and second-half goals from Jamaal Lascelles, Joelinton and Anthony Gordon condemned Chelsea to yet another embarrassing defeat.
      Poch said: “Even in the first half, I was disappointed with the performance because we should be better.
      “But the second half we started well, we created a few chances and then when score and then when you concede an easy like the one we conceded, we have to blame ourselves.
      “Newcastle wasn’t great, I think it was easy for them to win the game.”
      Pochettino was so irate with his team’s display that he issued an apology to the travelling Blues supporters.
      He said: “[It was] disappointing. I’m very sorry even for our fans that were here, they don’t deserve this type of performance.
      “We can make mistakes but I think we need to compete better.
      “It was so easy for them to score goals and for us to concede in this way is a little bit of a shame.”
      Chelsea will look to get back to winning ways next Sunday when they welcome Brighton to Stamford Bridge.
      Chelsea are toiling in tenth place in the Premier League tableCredit: Rex More

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      Man City make transfer move for Argentinian wonderkid.. and promotion-chasing Leicester set to benefit from it

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      PEP GUARDIOLA plans to sign Boca Juniors left-back Valentin Barco — then loan him out to his old pal Enzo Maresca at Leicester.Manchester City’s transfer team are closing in on a deal for the 19-year-old defender as they edge ahead of Brighton in the race to bring him to the Premier League.
      Manchester City are close to signing Valentin BarcoCredit: Getty
      But boss Guardiola’s idea is to farm out Barco to his former coaching sidekick Maresca once he is signed because they think the teenager needs the experience.
      It could be a massive boost for promotion-chasing Foxes if City can clinch the deal during January’s window.
      But even if Barco’s move is delayed until next season, Guardiola is still keen to send him to the Leicester ‘finishing school’ before using him at the Etihad.
      Barco has a fixed fee of around £10million but extra costs will make the deal worth up to £13m.
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      Guardiola is keen to land the Argentinian, who has shone at club level and was a stand-out in the recent Copa Libertadores final, when Boca lost 2-1 to Brazilians Fluminense in extra-time.
      Brighton hoped to win the chase after making the first serious bid for Barco but even they now fear they only have a 25 per cent chance.
      The Seagulls first tried to sign the defender this summer and went close to triggering his release clause.
      The Sussex outfit have signed a host of players from South America in recent years with great success.
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      Alexis Mac Allister was a star at the club until he was sold to Liverpool for £35m.
      Moises Caicedo also joined from South America and was eventually sold to Chelsea for a British record fee of £115m.
      While the likes of Facundo Buonanotte continue to impress when handed game time by manager Roberto De Zerbi.
      This season Barco has featured 31 times in all competitions.
      He has been used in various different positions including left-back, left-wing and even centre-midfield.
      Barco has managed to chip in with four assists and one goal.
      The goal was the first of his professional career as he bagged in the 4-0 win over Monagas in the Copa Libertadores. More

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      Man Utd eyeing transfer raid for EFL wonderkid with Chelsea and Newcastle monitoring midfielder

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      DERBY are braced for bids to whisk away top talent Cruz Allen.The Welsh youth cap, 16, is already tearing it up in the Rams’ Under-18 side and that has alerted Manchester United.
      Manchester United, Newcastle and Chelsea are eyeing Derby wonderkid Cruz AllenCredit: Rex
      Chelsea and Newcastle are also on the  midfielder’s trail.
      Meanwhile, ex-County boss  Paul Jewell made a brief comeback at Bradford — as part of the interview team for a new manager.
      United are looking to make additions in the January transfer window amid their worst start in Premier League history.
      The Red Devils are eyeing Atletico Madrid star Antoine Griezmann as they look for someone to add some spark to their struggling attack.
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      The Manchester giants see Griezmann as the perfect replacement for Jadon Sancho, who has fallen out of favour after his public spat with manager Erik ten Hag.
      United are open to hearing offers for Sancho, who no longer trains with the first team.
      However, the club’s movements in January will largely depend on Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s ongoing takeover bid.
      Ratcliffe is buying 25 per cent of the club and will be in charge of football operations.
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      Newcastle, on the other hand, benefited from a recent vote in which Premier League clubs agreed to allow loan signings between teams with the same owner.
      That could see the Magpies making a bid for Al-Hilal star Ruben Neves to fill in for Sandro Tonali, who has been banned for 10 months following betting breaches.
      Neves’ club is under Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, who also own the Toon. More

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      Chelsea player ratings: Thiago Silva looks his age as Raheem Sterling fires home Cristiano Ronaldo-esque free-kick

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      RAHEEM STERLING’S stunning free-kick couldn’t save Chelsea from being overpowered as Mauricio Pochettino’s men dropped back into mid-table.Reece James’ needless red card summed up the Blues’ woe as injury-hit Newcastle returned to the top six with a 4-1 win.
      Chelsea striker Raheem Sterling hit a brilliant free-kick to make it 1-1Credit: Getty
      Thiago Silva struggled to get to grips with Anthony Gordon and CoCredit: PA
      Sterling cancelled out Alexander Isak’s opener on 23 minutes.
      But Jamaal Lascelles and Joelinton fired home for a sturdier Toon side midway through the second period.
      And Anthony Gordon was handed too much space for their late fourth goal.
      Here’s how Chelsea rated on a dire afternoon for their defenders.
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      ROBERT SANCHEZ – 5
      Had little chance with any of the goals as Chelsea crumbled on Tyneside. Pulled off a couple of decent stops but has now conceded eight in the last two games. 
      REECE JAMES – 4
      Terrible afternoon for the Blues skipper. Handed a first yellow for kicking the ball away before he was given his marching orders for pushing Anthony Gordon over losing the ball. 
      THIAGO SILVA – 3
      On the day he became Chelsea’s oldest ever outfield player at 39 years and 64 days, the Brazilian was looking supreme until he really did look his age for Newcastle’s third. 
      Given the ball by Cole Palmer, Silva turned to play back to Robert Sanchez but lost his head and scuffed the pass, providing a perfect assist for Joelinton to bury. Dreadful. 
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      BENOIT BADIASHILE – 4
      Restricted the Magpies early on but at the heart of a Chelsea defence that fell to pieces in the second half. Nowhere to be seen for Jamaal Lascelles’ header and worryingly weak attempt at stopping Anthony Gordon for the fourth. 
      MARC CUCURELLA – 4
      The sleeping Spaniard went walkies for Newcastle’s opener, inexplicably leaving Alexander Isak free to finish. 
      Just the latest example of his lack of concentration and he offered nothing going forward. 
      Reece James saw red for a careless second bookingCredit: Rex
      LESLEY UGOCHUKWU – 5
      The French youngster, 19, relished the battle in the middle of the park on just his second Prem start but struggled to make any impact. Bizarre to see him start ahead of Moises Caicedo. 
      ENZO FERNANDEZ – 5
      Started well, ticking things over and driving Chelsea forward. Forced Nick Pope into a smart stop but could not handle the heat as Newcastle steamrollered them after the break. Newcastle’s 17-year-old Lewis Miley looked much better than the £106million World Cup winner.
      COLE PALMER – 4
      Upstaged by Raheem Sterling on the other flank. Quiet after his brilliant recent form, dispossessed numerous times and made life easy for Toon’s full-backs. 
      CONOR GALLAGHER – 4
      Butchered a golden chance after being gifted a golden opportunity by Pope to put Chelsea 2-1 up, scuffing horribly off his left peg. Proved a huge miss as the west Londoners were then blown away. 
      RAHEEM STERLING – 7
      Kept up his superb form with a stunning Ronaldo-esque free-kick to pull Chelsea back level. 
      Went down softly on the edge of the box but the strike was sublime, leaving Pope rooted to the spot as his fifth goal of the season flew into the top left corner. 
      Battered by Newcastle fans all afternoon. 
      NICOLAS JACKSON – 4
      Anonymous before being hooked. His goalscoring record is impressive but serious doubts persist over whether he is actually any good. 
      Blues’ striker Nicolas Jackson here fends off Fabian Schar but did little of noteCredit: Getty
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      Seven stars who desperately need January transfer to save Euro 2024 dream including forgotten Man Utd flop & Arsenal ace

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      PLAYERS will have to consider their futures in January with some keen to keep their dreams of playing at Euro 2024 alive.Most of the nations that will compete in Germany next summer have sealed their spaces while others must still go through a round of playoffs.
      Aaron Ramsdale is one player that could seek out a transferCredit: Reuters
      Many players will be on the lookout for a move in the upcoming transfer window in an attempt to boost their hopes of a call-up to their national teams.
      This could be a concern for their clubs who may not want to lose certain players and the depth that they provide.
      SunSports have identified seven players who need to try and get a transfer should they want to play at the Euros.
      Aaron Ramsdale
      The Arsenal goalkeeper has struggled for game time this season thanks to the arrival of David Raya.
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      Aaron Ramsdale was one of the club’s best performers last season and earned himself a spot in the England set-up.
      It was expected that he would push Jordan Pickford for the starting role at the Three Lions, however, his place is now at risk in the team.
      Gareth Southgate may look at stoppers who have played more regularly than Ramsdale which could see the places handed to the likes of Nick Pope, Sam Johnstone or Jason Steele.
      Ramsdale has been linked with moves to Chelsea and Newcastle.
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      Kalvin Phillips
      Kalvin Phillips’ England spot is at riskCredit: Getty
      Kalvin Phillips is another England player who could lose their spot due to a lack of playing time at his club.
      The midfielder has only played four times in the Premier League this season.
      Phillips has been linked with a move away from the Etihad Stadium with the likes of Newcastle and Juventus reportedly interested.
      Donny van de Beek
      Donny van der Beek is thinking about his future at Man UnitedCredit: Rex
      Donny van de Beek has been a fringe player at Manchester United pretty much since his arrival at the club in 2020.
      The midfielder has since lost his spot in the national team, having not played for the Netherlands since 2021.
      The 26-year-old has admitted that he will be on the lookout for a new club should his playing time under Erik ten Hag not increase.
      Anthony Martial
      Martial has failed to produce for United this seasonCredit: Getty
      Sticking at Old Trafford, Anthony Martial is another player who could make a move in order to save his international career.
      Once hyped as the next Thierry Henry, Martial’s career has stuttered in recent times at Man United due to various reasons.
      The forward should look to make a move in the January window if he hopes to be in the French team alongside the likes of Kylian Mbappe in Germany.
      Jorginho
      Jorginho is on the fringes at ArsenalCredit: Getty
      Jorginho could be at risk of losing his spot in the Italy national team as they look to try and retain their title.
      The midfielder has become a back-up option at Arsenal following the arrival of Declan Rice in the summer.
      Jorginho has been linked with a move away from the Emirates Stadium with the likes of Barcelona interested.
      The Italian’s contract is up at the end of the season so Arsenal could look to cash in while they have a chance.
      Noni Madueke
      Noni Madueke has barely played for Chelsea this seasonCredit: Getty
      Noni Madueke arrived at Chelsea last January from PSV and a lot was expected from the exciting youngster.
      However, under Mauricio Pochettino, the winger has barely featured in the Premier League having only made five appearances.
      The Englishman has featured for the England U16, U17s, U18s and U21s so far in his career.
      A move to a different club, on loan or permanent, that would guarantee him game time could see him become a late contender for a spot in the England squad.
      Bryan Gil
      Bryan Gil was highly-rated before his move to TottenhamCredit: EPA
      Bryan Gil has never really had a chance to succeed at Tottenham since his £20million move from Sevilla.
      The wide midfielder has only played 15 times in the Premier League since 2021, twice this season.
      The once highly-rated Spaniard has played four times for the national side and a return to his homeland could boost his chances of a call-up for the Euros. More