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      PSG boss Mauricio Pochettino hoping to persuade Kylian Mbappe to sign new deal amid Liverpool and Real Madrid interest

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      MAURICIO POCHETTINO is reportedly on a mission to tie down Kylian Mbappe with a new deal at Paris Saint-Germain.
      The former Tottenham boss was confirmed as the new manager of the French giants on Saturday.

      Mauricio Pochettino pictured he arrives to PSG training for the first timeCredit: Reuters

      According to AS, Pochettino is hopeful that Mbappe will extend his stay at Parc des Princes.
      The Ligue 1 side are keen to end any speculation surrounding his future as soon as possible.
      Ex-Monaco star Mbappe has been linked to the likes of Real Madrid and Liverpool.
      He remains keen on a switch to the Bernabeu despite opening contract talks with PSG.

      It is reported that the 22-year-old would like to link up with Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane.
      Liverpool could offer the World Cup winner the chance to play in the Premier League.
      According to L’Equipe, the Reds are increasingly confident of signing Mbappe.
      With his contract set to expire in 2022, Pochettino needs to act fast to secure his services.

      Mauricio Pochettino has signed an 18 month deal with PSGCredit: EPA

      Kylian Mbappe has scored 104 goals for the French giants since he joinedCredit: The Mega Agency

      Mbappe has been a huge hit since he made the move to PSG from Monaco in 2017.
      He has chipped in with 104 goals and added 59 assists in 141 games for the Ligue 1 side.
      The 22-year-old has guided them to three Ligue 1 titles and two French Cups.

      Mauricio Pochettino has been out of work since being sacked by TottenhamCredit: https://www.instagram.com/psg/

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      How PSG could line up under Pochettino with Lionel Messi, Cristiano Ronaldo and Dele Alli linked with transfer splurge

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      MAURICIO POCHETTINO has returned to management with Paris Saint-Germain.
      The French giants ruthlessly sacked Thomas Tuchel just hours after a convincing 4-0 thrashing of Strasbourg last month.

      Mauricio Pochettino is the new PSG boss after replacing Thomas TuchelCredit: Rex Features

      Pochettino, who had been out of work since being axed at Tottenham in November 2019, was confirmed as the German’s replacement on Saturday.
      And already a whole host of names have been linked with making their own move to PSG.
      As revealed by SunSport, Tottenham face a battle to keep hold of goalkeeper and captain Hugo Lloris amid talk of a reunion with Poch in his homeland.
      The North Lononders are already looking at potential replacements with West Brom’s Sam Johnstone and Dean Henderson of Manchester United potential targets.

      And the PSG midfield could have a very different look to it once Poch gets his own recruitment done.
      Dele Alli, who was heavily linked with PSG in the summer, could also link up with his former boss.
      And Christian Eriksen may also do the same by joining from Inter Milan.
      PSG already have a mouthwatering attack – but that could get even better.

      Could Lionel Messi be reunited with his old pal Neymar?Credit: AP:Associated Press

      Lionel Messi is yet to agree a new deal at Barcelona, and he will be a free agent in the summer.
      PSG are one of a handful of clubs who could afford his wages, with Manchester City also keen to sign the 33-year-old.
      He would link up again with his old Barca mate Neymar.
      With Kylian Mbappe at the tip of the attack, it would surely give PSG their best chance at winning the Champions League.
      Critstiano Ronaldo has also been linked with a move to PSG, but that would more likely only happen if Messi didn’t join.
      Pochettino was out of a job for 13 months following his sacking by Tottenham 13 months ago.
      ALLI TO FOLLOW?
      He had been holding out for the Manchester United job with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s position under constant scrutiny.
      But after a disappointing start to the season Solskjaer has got United back into the title race and the semi-finals of the Carabao Cup.
      Pochettino is now back at the club where he played between 2001-03.
      And his first transfer target now the window is open again is one of his former players at Tottenham.
      While Alli was a regular in Pochettino’s teams he has fallen out of favour with current boss Jose Mourinho.
      The England international, 24, has started just five games this season and was hauled off shortly after Stoke equalised in their 3-1 Carabao Cup quarter-final victory on Wednesday and publicly blamed by Mourinho for their goal.

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      Mauricio Pochettino ‘set to be announced as PSG boss’ with first job to convince Neymar and Mbappe to sign new contracts

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      MAURICIO POCHETTINO is reportedly on the verge of being announced as the new Paris Saint-Germain boss.
      And his first task will be to tie down Neymar and Kylian Mbappe to new contracts.

      PSG are set to announce Mauricio Pochettino as their new managerCredit: Rex Features

      Pochettino’s first job will be to secure new deals for Neymar and Kylian MbappeCredit: AFP or licensors

      Fabrizio Romano claims a contract between Poch and PSG has already been signed after the Ligue 1 champions axed Thomas Tuchel.
      PSG are now set to confirm the ex-Tottenham man’s arrival in the dug out.
      And Pochettino will soon meet with sporting director Leonardo to identify transfers target for both this month and the summer.
      SunSport understands Spurs captain Hugo Lloris is a target for 2019 Champions League finalist Poch.

      PSG also remain interested in Lloris’ team-mate Dele Alli after missing out on the midfielder in October.
      And Poch would also like a reunion with Christian Eriksen after he was transfer listed by Inter Milan.
      However, the priority is to convince Neymar and Mbappe to extend their current deals past 2022.
      PSG face selling the star pair next summer to avoid losing them on free transfers if they snub new offers.

      And Pochettino will do all in his power to keep them in the French capital as he looks to build a side worthy of winning Europe’s top prize.
      Neymar has long been linked with a return to Barcelona after he left them for PSG in a world record £200million move in 2017.
      Meanwhile, Mbappe is reportedly Real Madrid’s top target and could be ready for a fresh challenge after dominating French football with PSG and Monaco.

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      Neymar says he has ‘nothing to do with’ five-day Neymarpalooza as models jet into Brazil for party at £6million mansion

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      MODELS from around the globe have flocked to Brazil for a five-day New Year’s Eve bash dubbed ‘Neymarpalooza’ – despite the PSG superstar saying he’s “nothing to do” with the event.
      Neymar’s £6milion rented mansion in Rio de Janeiro has been linked with the controversial party as models post glamorous photos on Instagram with messages like: “Let’s go by jet to end the year with glamour.”

      Jessica Bartlett and Kiki Passo are just two of the models expected to be at the party, which Neymar insists is not his eventCredit: @jessicambartlett/Newsflash

      Brazilian influencer Ana Liz Bittencourt posted photos on Instagram showing the wristband that grants entry to the controversial party

      Kiki Passo, Michelle Nevius and Jessica Bartlett are now said to be in Rio de Janeiro after the models flew in from the USA

      Critics claim the private jamboree for 150 people, reportedly costing around £568,000, is poorly judged as Brazil is one of the nations hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic, and millions live in poverty.
      But after Agencia Fabrica confirmed the celebration at the Costa Verde venue, Neymar’s lawyers told AFP: “It’s a matter for the agency and it has nothing to do with Neymar.
      “We have no information about such an event.”
      Models Kiki Passo, Michelle Nevius and Jessica Bartlett flew in from Miami, allegedly invited by 28-year-old Brazil striker Neymar and his pals via Instagram Direct.  

      Meanwhile, Brazilians Camila Remedy and Fernanda Brum are said to have arrived at his mansion on Monday by private jet from Porto Alegre.
      It was they who posted: “Let’s go by jet to end the year with glamour.”
      Brazilian influencer and model Ana Liz Bittencourt showed pictures of herself wearing the wristband that apparently guarantees entry to the event.
      It’s even claimed Neymar’s ex-wife Carol Dantas, 27, has been invited, along with sports stars, plus the models and influencers.

      Kiki Passo also posted pictures on Instagram of her visit to BrazilCredit: @kikipasso/Newsflash

      Model Michelle Nevius posted she is delighted to be back in Brazil after a decade awayCredit: @michellenevius/Newsflash

      Model Jessica Bartlett flew in directly from Miami to Rio de Janeiro
      But former Barcelona hero Neymar has posted nothing about the party on Instagram, where he boasts 144million followers.
      And he has also given around £700k to UNICEF to help Covid-19 sufferers.
      Agencia Fabrica insist the event will stick to coronavirus safety guidelines.
      In a statement reported by Goal, they said: “Agencia Fabrica clarifies that it is the creator and producer of New Year’s Eve event in the Costa Verde region, in the State of Rio de Janeiro, which will receive approximately 150 people.
      “The event will take place in compliance with all health standards determined by public agencies.
      “The company also clarifies that the private event, with exclusive access for guests and without ticket sales, happens with all licenses from the competent bodies necessary for its realisation.”

      But human rights lawyer Augusto de Arruda Botelho joined fierce critics of the celebration.
      He tweeted: “The idiot trophy for the day goes to Neymar for his five-day party.”  
      Neymar has also been accused of setting a poor example to home-country youngsters who idolise him.

      For many models like Ana Liz Bittencourt, all roads lead to ‘Neymarpalooza’ but the PSG superstar himself denies involvementCredit: Instagram / @analizbittencourt

      Here’s Neymar’s rented mansion but he insists the event is not hisCredit: AFP or licensors

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      Neymar says he’s ‘nothing to do with’ five-day Neymarpalooza as models jet into Brazil for bash at £6million mansion

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      MODELS from around the globe have flocked to Brazil for a five-day New Year’s Eve bash dubbed ‘Neymarpalooza’ – despite the PSG superstar saying he’s “nothing to do” with the event.
      Neymar’s £6milion rented mansion in Rio de Janeiro has been linked with the controversial party as models post glamorous photos on Instagram with messages like: “Let’s go by jet to end the year with glamour.”

      Jessica Bartlett and Kiki Passo are just two of the models expected to be at the party, which Neymar insists is not his eventCredit: @jessicambartlett/Newsflash

      Brazilian influencer Ana Liz Bittencourt posted photos on Instagram showing the wristband that grants entry to the controversial party

      Kiki Passo, Michelle Nevius and Jessica Bartlett are now said to be in Rio de Janeiro after the models flew in from the USA

      Critics claim the private jamboree for 150 people, reportedly costing around £568,000, is poorly judged as Brazil is one of the nations hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic, and millions live in poverty.
      But after Agencia Fabrica confirmed the celebration at the Costa Verde venue, Neymar’s lawyers told AFP: “It’s a matter for the agency and it has nothing to do with Neymar.
      “We have no information about such an event.”
      Models Kiki Passo, Michelle Nevius and Jessica Bartlett flew in from Miami, allegedly invited by 28-year-old Brazil striker Neymar and his pals via Instagram Direct.  

      Meanwhile, Brazilians Camila Remedy and Fernanda Brum are said to have arrived at his mansion on Monday by private jet from Porto Alegre.
      It was they who posted: “Let’s go by jet to end the year with glamour.”
      Brazilian influencer and model Ana Liz Bittencourt showed pictures of herself wearing the wristband that apparently guarantees entry to the event.
      It’s even claimed Neymar’s ex-wife Carol Dantas, 27, has been invited, along with sports stars, plus the models and influencers.

      Kiki Passo also posted pictures on Instagram of her visit to BrazilCredit: @kikipasso/Newsflash

      Model Michelle Nevius posted she is delighted to be back in Brazil after a decade awayCredit: @michellenevius/Newsflash

      Model Jessica Bartlett flew in directly from Miami to Rio de Janeiro
      But former Barcelona hero Neymar has posted nothing about the party on Instagram, where he boasts 144million followers.
      And he has also given around £700k to UNICEF to help Covid-19 sufferers.
      Agencia Fabrica insist the event will stick to coronavirus safety guidelines.
      In a statement reported by Goal, they said: “Agencia Fabrica clarifies that it is the creator and producer of New Year’s Eve event in the Costa Verde region, in the State of Rio de Janeiro, which will receive approximately 150 people.
      “The event will take place in compliance with all health standards determined by public agencies.
      “The company also clarifies that the private event, with exclusive access for guests and without ticket sales, happens with all licenses from the competent bodies necessary for its realisation.”

      But human rights lawyer Augusto de Arruda Botelho joined fierce critics of the celebration.
      He tweeted: “The idiot trophy for the day goes to Neymar for his five-day party.”  
      Neymar has also been accused of setting a poor example to home-country youngsters who idolise him.

      For many models like Ana Liz Bittencourt, all roads lead to ‘Neymarpalooza’ but the PSG superstar himself denies involvementCredit: Instagram / @analizbittencourt

      Here’s Neymar’s rented mansion but he insists the event is not hisCredit: AFP or licensors

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      Lionel Messi and Sergio Ramos among world-class XI of stars out of contract in 2021 who are available on free transfer

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      LIONEL MESSI and Sergio Ramos head the list of world-class names who are now into the final six months of their current contracts.
      And that means we could see some incredible free transfers at the end of the season.

      These players are all out of contract come the end of the season so will be available for free

      Lionel Messi made a dramatic U-turn to see out the final year of his Barcelona contractCredit: AFP or licensors

      Messi threatened to quit Barcelona this summer but decided to honour his deal while Ramos is holding out for more than a one-year extension at Real Madrid.
      But with the likes of Mesut Ozil, Memphis Depay and Sergio Aguero also running down their deals, plenty of clubs will be eyeing up some smart business.
      From January, players whose contracts are expiring will be able to start negotiating with new clubs over free summer moves.
      And could there even be a surprise return to the Premier League in store for Diego Costa after his release from Atletico Madrid?

      SunSport picks out some of the best players available for nothing next summer.
      GK – Gianluigi Donnarumma
      The AC Milan stopper burst on to the scene as a teenager and is still backed to be Italy’s No1 for many years.
      But with just months to go on his current deal, could he be holding out for one of the European superpowers to come calling?
      RB – Eric Garcia
      OK, yes, his favoured position is at centre-back but for this team he is going to have to move across.

      The Manchester City star revealed he will not be signing a contract extension at the Etihad and is expected to rejoin Barcelona after a summer move fell through.
      CB – Sergio Ramos
      Ramos takes the first centre-back spot as one of the greatest in that position over the last decade.
      Captain now Iker Casillas has gone, penalty taker now Cristiano Ronaldo has gone, the Real Madrid icon may no longer be at his peak aged 34 but is still a fine defender.
      Zinedine Zidane insists he will stay but Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United, Inter Miami or even a reunion with Jose Mourinho at Spurs may all be tempting destinations.
      CB – Jerome Boateng
      On paper, Boateng has enjoyed a stellar career with an FA Cup, eight Bundesligas, two Champions Leagues and the World Cup.
      But even then the German still leaves some unconvinced he is in the top bracket – however, you could do worse for a free agent and that is why Chelsea and Arsenal are linked.

      Sergio Ramos continues to lead by example for Real Madrid with the armband and spot-kick responsibilitiesCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      The percentage of answers have been round up or down from their decimal points
      LB – David Alaba
      Alaba, meanwhile, has proven his quality time and time again – and in many different positions.
      The Bayern Munich star excelled at left-back for years but has since moved into midfield and centre-back, making it look easy – no wonder the giants are battling it out for his signature.
      CM – Luka Modric
      A serial winner for Real Madrid, ended the Ballon d’Or duopoly and took Croatia to the World Cup final.
      But it looks as though Modric’s nine years at the Bernabeu will come to an end following the emergence of Fede Valverde and others.
      CM – Georginio Wijnaldum
      A critical part of the Liverpool engine room which delivered European and then league success.
      Ronald Koeman taking over at Barcelona and Thiago’s arrival at Anfield led to speculation of a departure this summer – give it to the end of the season and he could well be lining up at the Nou Camp with no new contract signed.
      CM – Mesut Ozil
      Arsenal will be counting down the days until they can stop paying Ozil £350,000 per week, or £50,000 a day, or £2,083 an hour, or £34.72 per minute.
      The German signed his lucrative new deal in January 2018 and has done very little for the club since – and absolutely nothing after the lockdown restart, except offer to pay for Gunnersaurus’ wages.
      Turkey or the MLS both seem like possible destinations.

      Luka Modric became the first player other than Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi to win the Ballon d’Or since Kaka in 2007Credit: AP:Associated Press

      RW – Lionel Messi
      We almost witnessed one of the most spectacular of all transfers this summer when Messi was ready to walk out on Barcelona after nearly 20 years.
      His loyalty to the Catalan giants saw him perform a U-turn so he didn’t take them to court and instead would honour the final year.
      But it would take a remarkable shake-up for the Argentine to sign a new deal as Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain plot mammoth offers.
      Messi recently said: “I know there are a lot of people at Barca who still love me, but I’m going to do what is best for the club and for myself.
      “I don’t know if I’m going to leave, but if I do, I would like to leave in the best way possible and be able to return to the club in the future.”

      ST – Sergio Aguero
      Aguero is the greatest foreign goalscorer the Premier League has seen, breaking records galore and bagging more than 250 times for City since his arrival in 2011.
      But this season may well be his last if there is no agreement made for the 32-year-old to stay on beyond the summer – and he would not be short of options.
      LW – Memphis Depay
      Remembered by many for his failed spell at Manchester United, Depay reset with Lyon and has proven he is still a top-class talent.
      Like compatriot Wijnaldum, he was close to joining Barcelona in the last window but a deal could not get over the line in time – another impressive campaign in Ligue 1 will ensure the biggest clubs keep an eye out.
      Alternative XI
      Unsurprisingly, there are still a fair few names not getting into that star-studded XI.
      So here is the Alternative XI – and it is pretty strong with experienced internationals, Premier League kings and a World Cup winner.

      Another whole team of out-of-contract talented players could make up a second-string XI
      GK – Marko Dmitrovic
      The Eibar stopper is one of a number from LaLiga out of contract at the end of the current campaign – alongside Rui Silva from Granada and Sevilla’s Tomas Vaclik – with Atletico Madrid potentially eyeing Dmitrovic.
      CB – Romain Saiss
      The versatile Morocco captain has played more than 150 times – across the defence and midfield – for Wolves since his 2016 arrival and has the option of an extra 12 months at Molineux.
      CB – Jonny Evans
      At £3m, Leicester bagged a great deal when they landed the former Manchester United defender, who played in every league game for the Foxes in 2019-20 – don’t rule out a new deal getting signed.
      CB – Shkodran Mustafi
      Mustafi’s Arsenal career looked all over before Mikel Arteta’s arrival and a strong end to the season.
      But will he be needed next season with William Saliba, Gabriel, Pablo Mari, Rob Holding, Calum Chambers AND Konstantinos Mavropanos?
      Talks did take place with Barcelona over a ludicrous signing but surely even that would be a step too far on the list of bonkers Nou Camp transfers.

      Manchester clubs have the worst net spend in the past decade by some distance
      RM – Florian Thauvin
      The French wide man did not enjoy his best football during a spell at Newcastle but, back at Marseille he was enjoying his football until a cruel ligament injury which ruled him out for almost the entire 2019-20 season.
      CM – Riqui Puig
      Another graduate of the famous La Masia academy at Barcelona, Puig looked destined to follow the footsteps of Andres Iniesta and Xavi – but it has not quite worked out for him just yet, especially under Koeman, and he could be let go with Arsenal or Leeds keen.
      CM – Julian Draxler
      The German midfielder’s Paris Saint-Germain career never really took off as many expected following his 2017 arrival from Wolfsburg but aged 27 he will be confident of further success.
      LM – Danny Rose
      England’s No1 left-back for many years saw his career spiral downwards when Jose Mourinho arrived at Spurs and he needs to find a new club while he can still do a job.
      The 30-year-old walks into a fair number of Premier League sides – rather than just the Spurs U23s he has turned out for this term.

      Jonny Evans and Andros Townsend will both be hoping to sign new deals before the season endsCredit: PA:Press Association

      Danny Rose needs to leave Tottenham to get his career back on trackCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      CAM – Angel Di Maria
      Not many players can boast a CV of clubs like Di Maria.
      But now well into his 30s, he will do well to earn another contract at Paris Saint-Germain and will need to be playing to get back into the Argentina fold ahead of the 2022 World Cup.
      ST – Arkadiusz Milik
      He may have already racked up more than 50 Poland appearances but it appears Spurs-target Milik is unwanted at Napoli. Turning 27 in February, he still has plenty to offer.
      ST – Diego Costa
      And last but by no means least is Costa. The fiery front man banged in 59 goals in 120 Chelsea appearances before returning to Atletico Madrid in 2017 – before ripping up his contract to leave for nothing.
      Goal-shy Arsenal and Wolves, who are without Raul Jimenez, are among the early favourites to land the Spaniard.

      The arrival of Luis Suarez saw Diego Costa leave Atletico Madrid – could a return to the Premier League be on the cards?Credit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Neymar’s party organisers reveal superstar’s extravagant ‘five-day New Year’s bash’ will have 150 guests

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN ace Neymar will allegedly host a New Year’s Eve party for 150 people in Brazil.
      The superstar has already been criticised for putting together a five-day celebration despite his homeland’s struggles with the Covid pandemic.

      Neymar will allegedly host a New Year’s Eve party for 150 people in Brazil

      The 28-year-old was said to have had a disco built with noise protection in a mansion in Mangaratiba, according to newspaper O Globo.
      CNN Brasil reported that Neymar’s representatives denied the mass celebrations are taking place at all.
      But now Agencia Fabrica, the company behind the party, confirmed the event.
      But Neymar’s lawyers have since publicly denied any connection with their footballing client.

      They told AFP: “No. It’s a matter for the agency and it has nothing to do with Neymar.
      “We have no information about such an event.”
      Agencia Fabrica had claimed the mass party will be taking place but dismissed reports that around 500 people will attend.
      Yet they also revealed that it will adhere to strict health and safety measures to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

      The PSG forward was criticised for the celebrations amid the coronavirus pandemic in the countryCredit: Reuters
      As reported by Goal, a statement read: “Agencia Fabrica clarifies that it is the creator and producer of New Year’s Eve event in the Costa Verde region, in the State of Rio de Janeiro, which will receive approximately 150 people.
      “The event will take place in compliance with all health standards determined by public agencies.
      “The company also clarifies that the private event, with exclusive access for guests and without ticket sales, happens with all licenses from the competent bodies necessary for its realisation.”
      Brazil has been one of the world’s hardest-hit countries during the coronavirus pandemic and its death toll of more than 190,000 puts it behind only the United States in terms of fatalities.

      The number of confirmed Covid-19 cases currently stands at 7.5 million, more than any other country apart from the US and India.
      While many Brazilian states have banned New Year celebrations and restricted mass gatherings, Rio de Janeiro has not.
      Neymar’s lavish parties have made headlines in the past with Ander Herrera admitting his wife banned him from going downstairs at his team-mate’s birthday bash as there were too many single women.

      Neymar hosted a star-studded birthday bash in February

      The Brazilian made sure it was a white-themed party

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      Tuchel ‘interested’ in Chelsea job as ex-PSG boss eyes swift managerial return if Lampard can’t turn fortunes around

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      THOMAS TUCHEL is already eyeing a return to the dugout after being sacked by Paris Saint-Germain – with Chelsea reportedly on his radar.
      The Ligue 1 champions dismissed Tuchel, 47, on Christmas Eve after a relatively poor start to the defence of their crown.

      Thomas Tuchel is on the lookout for a new job after leaving Paris Saint-GermainCredit: Alamy Live News

      Frank Lampard’s job at Chelsea is reportedly being eyed by the GermanCredit: Kevin Quigley-The Daily Mail

      Mauricio Pochettino is set to take the PSG job in the coming days after a £5.4million pay-off for their former manager.
      According to Bild, the German does not want to take a break from the game, having done so after stints at Mainz and Borussia Dortmund came to an end.
      A move to England and the Premier League is said to be high on his list of priorities.
      This season has seen a surprisingly low number of managerial sackings with only Slaven Bilic losing his job at West Brom.

      And Tuchel reportedly fancies a move to Chelsea, were that position to become available.
      It is claimed that Roman Abramovich discussed offering him the job ahead of Antonio Conte’s exit at the end of the 2017-18 season.
      The Blues’ trio of Germans, all of whom are currently misfiring, is described as a point of interest to the Bavarian boss.
      Timo Werner and Kai Havertz have failed to regularly star since moving to West London in the summer with Antonio Rudiger currently out of the team.

      Any notion of Chelsea sacking Frank Lampard is, however, premature.
      The former midfielder led his youthful side to the FA Cup final and a top-four finish last season.
      Ahead of Monday’s clash with Aston Villa, they sit eighth in the table but only four points behind Everton in second.
      Having spent big in the summer, and with those new signings yet to fully take off, the upcoming clashes with Villa, Manchester City and Leicester could go a long way to deciding Chelsea’s season.
      The 3-1 defeat to Arsenal last time out raised further questions about the squad’s abilities.
      BBC pundit Alan Shearer told Match of the Day: “When you look at some of the players on show in the attacking third, then this could be a worry for Frank.

      “Werner, who was dragged at half time, didn’t offer anything in that first half, got into one or two decent positions.”
      While former Blues forward Tony Cascarino feels the result switched the pressure off Mikel Arteta – and onto Lampard.
      He told talkSPORT: “Frank has got a real problem at the football club.
      “I’m not convinced by the people that say Arteta is seriously under pressure; I think Frank is under every bit as much, and even more, pressure.”
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