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      Piers Morgan trolls Chelsea star Mykhailo Mudryk after West Ham clash in brutal tweet leaving Arsenal fans in hysterics

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      PIERS MORGAN left Arsenal fans in hysterics after trolling Mykhailo Mudryk following Chelsea’s 1-1 draw at West Ham.The Gunners fanatic couldn’t resist taking a pop after Mudryk endured a torrid time in East London on Saturday.
      Mykhailo Mudryk has been trolled after Chelsea’s draw at West HamCredit: Getty
      Morgan couldn’t resist having a pop after Arsenal had their move for Mudryk hijackedCredit: Getty
      The Ukrainian winger, 22, struggled to find his best form again, having been hooked at half-time in the last game against Fulham.
      Chelsea hijacked Arsenal’s move for Mudryk last month after agreeing to meet Shakhtar Donetsk’s £88million asking price.
      But despite an impressive debut cameo against Liverpool, it’s now been two uneventful starts for Chelsea’s latest glamour signing.
      And Morgan made sure he got his two cents in by taking aim at Mudryk in a troll post online.
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      Posting a picture of the forward, Morgan tweeted: “Most expensive turkey in world football?”
      This sent Arsenal fans into fits of giggles, with one laughing: “Big flop, a developing player who thought he was already a superstar and chased the money to Chelsea.”
      Another guffawed: “I think most of us are enjoying Chelsea being so terrible at the moment.”
      One chuckled: “I still believe he would do well under Arteta, maybe Arsenal should bid £60m in the summer.”
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      Another added: “Think Mudryk looks no good for Chelsea.”
      The pressure is now on Blues boss Graham Potter after just two wins in 13 matches.
      Joao Felix fired Chelsea ahead at the London Stadium on Saturday with a 16th-minute strike.
      But former Stamford Bridge star Emerson Palmieri equalised 12 minutes later with his first league strike since 2016.
      Despite putting together some good attacking moves, Chelsea could not find another legitimate goal after having two strikes ruled out for offside.
      And the result left Chelsea cemented in ninth, casting further doubt on their European hopes for next season. More

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      Chelsea bosses ‘are resigned to Mason Mount refusing to sign new contract’ in Liverpool transfer boost

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      CHELSEA chiefs are “resigned” to Mason Mount refusing a new contract at Stamford Bridge, according to reports.The England international, 24, is set to enter the final 12 months of his Blues deal this summer.
      Mason Mount is continuing to delay signing a new deal with ChelseaCredit: Rex
      He has been linked with a move to Liverpool at the end of the season if Chelsea are unable to tie him down to a long-term agreement.
      And according to The Telegraph, there has been no breakthrough with regards to contract negotiations.
      It is understood the London club will be forced to “make a decision” in the summer if they cannot pen new terms.
      Some bosses at Stamford Bridge are said to be “resigned” to him not committing to the Chelsea project moving forward.
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      Mount has made 189 appearances for the Blues since breaking through into the first team in 2017.
      He has contributed 33 goals and 37 assists, winning the Champions League in 2021 under Thomas Tuchel.
      The versatile attacker has also racked up 36 caps for England, scoring five goals.
      Earlier this month, it was reported he is looking to treble his current wages of £80,000-a-week.
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      It comes amid a period of much change at the Bridge following Todd Boehly’s takeover.
      Mount has watched 17 new signings arrive since the summer with more than £600MILLION spent.
      Yet despite the huge amount of investment, Chelsea are languishing down in ninth place in the Premier League table.
      They have also been eliminated from the FA Cup, but still have Champions League ambitions as they prepare to face Borussia Dortmund in the last 16. More

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      Chelsea post ‘tweet of the year’ after they are ‘unbelievably’ denied last-gasp penalty against West Ham for handball

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      CHELSEA hilariously posted a “tweet of the year” candidate after they were denied a late penalty against West Ham.Graham Potter’s men drew 1-1 at the London Stadium on Saturday lunchtime as Joao Felix’s strike was cancelled out by Emerson Palmeiri.
      Conor Gallagher’s shot was blocked by the hand of Tomas SoucekCredit: Reuters

      VAR quickly looked at the incident and stayed with the on-field decisionCredit: Reuters
      Chelsea fans were furious with the decisionCredit: Reuters
      Chelsea posted about the incident on social media
      But Blues fans were left furious in the 89th minute when a Conor Gallagher shot struck the hand of Soucek inside the penalty area.
      The Chelsea players enthusiastically appealed to referee Craig Pawson who remained unmoved.
      VAR swiftly looked at the incident before agreeing with the onfield decision.
      The controversial moment left the West London outfit raging.
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      And Chelsea’s official Twitter account immediately vented their frustration with a brilliant post.
      It read: “Soucek makes a great save from Conor Gallagher”.
      BT Sport pundit Rio Ferdinand then said: “I thought he more or less saved it. It was a great save.”
      He then added: “What a save that is. I can’t believe that’s not been given, it’s unbelievable.”
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      “He more or less saved it! It was a great save!””I would have been going crazy! It’s unbelievable!”@rioferdy5, Gianfranco Zola and Joe Cole were all baffled as to how Chelsea weren’t awarded a late penalty vs. West Ham for a Tomas Soucek handball… 🔎 pic.twitter.com/GszZLP4W99— Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) February 11, 2023

      Reacting to the Blues’ tweet, one person said: “Tweet of the year 😂😂😂😂”.
      Another added: “ADMIN 😭😭😭😭😭”.
      And a third replied: “How is that not handball 😂”.
      The controversial decision came after West Ham were denied a late winner for offside on Declan Rice.
      And earlier on this season the Hammers thought they had earned themselves a point at Stamford Bridge, only for Maxwel Cornet’s late strike to be ruled out for a soft foul by Jarrod Bowen.
      The result leaves Chelsea ninth in the Premier League table, nine points adrift of the top four.
      West Ham have moved up to 15th, two points clear of the relegation zone. More

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      Merson has Sky Sports Soccer Saturday nightmare as he gets two Chelsea stars’ names wrong and leaves pundits in stitches

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      PAUL MERSON left the Sky Sports studio in stitches after mispronouncing the names of two Chelsea players.The former Arsenal star was analysing Chelsea’s new signings ahead of their clash against West Ham.
      Paul Merson produced a pair of gaffes on Sky SportsCredit: Sky Sports via Twitter / @footballdaily
      Merson left his fellow pundits in stitches as he mispronounced two Chelsea playersCredit: Sky Sports via Twitter / @footballdaily
      Presenter Jeff Stelling had tried to correct the Arsenal legend at one pointCredit: Sky Sports via Twitter / @footballdaily
      However, Merson confessed he could not pronounce one of the winger’s names.
      He said: “You know the lad that comes in on the wing. Sorry I can’t pronounce his name.”
      Presenter Jeff Stelling believed Merson was referring to Mykhailo Mudryk and interjected by saying: “Mudryk.”
      But as it turned out, Merson was actually referring to the opposite side – Noni Madueke – with Merson pronouncing his name “Maduake” rather than Madueke.
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      Merson then attempted to clear up Stelling’s correction, but ended up leaving his fellow pundits in stitches after another gaffe.
      The 54-year-old said: “I can pronounce Modric come on,” before immediately laughing as he was corrected on his error.
      Mudryk and Madueke were both hauled off in the second half as Chelsea drew 1-1 with West Ham.
      Joao Felix had got the visitors off to a perfect start as he volleyed home from an Enzo Fernandez cross.
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      But former Chelsea star Emerson then equalised as he ghosted in at the far post unopposed.
      Both sides were then denied decisions in the second half.
      Tomas Soucek was involved at both ends as he scored a late goal before VAR ruled it out for offside with him then appearing to handle the ball when trying to block Conor Gallagher’s low shot minutes later – something which riled up Chelsea’s social media team.
      The result leaves Chelsea nine points outside of the top four, while West Ham climb one point higher above the relegation zone. More

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      Chelsea ratings: Thiago Silva a cut above the rest again as Kai Havertz struggles in disjointed Blues performance

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      WEST HAM came from behind to hold Chelsea to a draw at the London Stadium.Graham Potter’s side have now won just one out of their last eight games in all competitions.
      Thiago Silva was superb for the Blues againCredit: AP
      Kai Havertz struggled to make an impact against the HammersCredit: AP
      It had all started so well when the returning Joao Felix volleyed home from close range for his first Chelsea goal.
      But former Stamford Bridge star Emerson Palmieri then equalised for West Ham just before the half an hour mark.
      And that’s how it finished, with the Hammers well worthy of a point as Potter’s star-studded side failed to click yet again in the 1-1 draw.
      Here’s how SunSport’s Andy Dillon rated the Blues…
      Kepa Arrizabalaga – 6
      Not his busiest day but produced a great one-handed save from Declan Rice late on.
      Although West Ham followed up to score, it was offside.
      And Kepa was not to know when he threw out his left arm to block the powerful effort.
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      Reece James – 6
      Showing signs of regaining that formidable strength and balance on the ball when running that Chelsea rely on so much.
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      Needs to get to know his forwards more though.
      Thiago Silva – 7
      Signed a new one-year contract and still holding the defence together at the age of 38.
      His timing and reading of the game remain as polished as ever.
      Benoit Badiashile – 6
      Settling in alongside his more experienced defensive partner Silva and is composed and nimble.
      But still raw as shown when turned easily by the wily Michail Antonio.
      Marc Cucurella – 5
      Not enjoying his best run of form at the moment and the Chelsea fans cheered the loudest when he was hooked for Ben Chilwell.
      Offers little going forwards.
      Enzo Fernandez – 6
      The most expensive signing in the country looks assured already after just a week or so to bed in.
      The passing is crisp and he sits neatly in the centre of defence. 
      Shooting is terrible though.
      Enzo Fernandez has settled well as a Chelsea playerCredit: Getty
      Ruben Loftus-Cheek – 5
      A surprise inclusion in the starting line-up and he looked more surprised than anyone.
      A strong runner but precious little to help the forwards from all that expended energy.
      Noni Madueke – 6
      This kid could become a danger to defences.
      Cuts in and with a drop of the shoulder puts himself in great scoring positions.
      Had a couple of shots but ran out of steam as a dreary game dragged on.
      Mykhailo Mudryk – 5
      Patchy performance. Shows brief glimpses of speed and agility but has yet to play a full 90 minutes.
      Still needs to deliver on that £88million transfer fee.
      Mykhailo Mudryk offered little going forward for the second straight gameCredit: Getty
      Joao Felix – 6
      Class finish for the opening goal on the volley.
      Looks a real threat as the new-look Chelsea forward line gets to know each other.
      Was also narrowly offside in the tenth minute when he scored having hit the post.
      Kai Havertz – 5
      Not a centre forward but with so many newly-signed wingers at Chelsea there may not be room for him elsewhere in the team so he should get used to it. 
      Quite clumsy in his tackling.
      Substitutes
      Hakim Ziyech (on for Mudryk, 66 mins) – 5
      Whipped in a couple of half decent crosses but this was a disjointed Chelsea performance.
      Mason Mount (on for Madueke, 66 mins) – 6
      Unable to bridge that yawning gap between midfield and the so-called forwards.
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      Ben Chilwell (on for Cucurella, 66 mins) – 5
      Spent most of his 24 minutes on the back foot as West Ham mounted late pressure.
      Conor Gallagher (on for Loftus-Cheek, 79 mins) – 5
      Thrown on as a final act to try to inject some life into flatlining Chelsea. More

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      Sir Jim Ratcliffe ‘determined’ to buy Man Utd but takeover plans ‘hit rocks over offer of Britain’s richest man’

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      SIR JIM RATCLIFFE is determined to buy Manchester United but there could be a problem with his takeover plans, according to reports.The billionaire Brit became the first person to register his interest in buying the club in November last year.
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s bid to buy Man Utd could hit a snagCredit: AFP
      And this week he made a big move by recruiting JP Morgan and Goldman Sachs to help with his bid.
      But Ratcliffe’s efforts could hit a big obstacle which would allow other interested parties to take advantage.
      Several groups are believed to be considering bids including individuals from Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
      And those wealthy backers could potentially outbid Ratcliffe – who is only prepared to offer £4billion, according to Foot Mercato.
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      The report claims Raine Group, the company overseeing the sale, are seeking £6bn.
      However a more realistic range of £4.1bn-£4.5bn is being estimated.
      Speculation has been rampant on who the potential new owners could be, with a deadline of February 17 set for bids to be submitted.
      Recent reports have suggested a remarkable bid has been launched by a Qatar-based group, with talks already underway for a £4.5bn takeover.
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      Ratcliffe has experience in seeing a takeover bid rejected after failing in his efforts to buy Chelsea last year.
      Raine also oversaw that takeover process but rebuffed Ratcliffe’s £4.25bn bid, which means he has some convincing to do. More

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      West Ham 1 Chelsea 1: Blues denied last-minute penalty after Soucek saves Gallagher’s shot with hand

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      CHELSEA old boy Emerson cancelled out new signing Joao Felix’s first goal for the Blues.Then VAR stopped Tomas Soucek heaping more misery on Graham Potter – because former Chelsea trainee Declan Rice was offside from Emerson’s late free kick.
      Joao Felix is finally off the mark for ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Former Chelsea star Emerson Palmieri earned West Ham a pointCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      When you bring in as much talent as Chelsea have in the last two windows, some of it is bound to deliver.
      And Felix, sent off on his debut, returned from suspension to give the visitors an early lead from a cross by £107m man Enzo Fernandez.
      But when you buy and sell so many players, one or two of those who get away are going to bite you on the bum every now and then.
      And it was ex-Stamford Bridge left back Emerson who equalised on another frustrating day for Blues boss Graham Potter and his new owners.
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      Soucek thought he had stolen all three points for the Hammers when he forced the ball home after Kepa Arrizabalaga had saved Rice’s header.
      But the Hammers captain was offside from Emerson’s delivery.
      Nevertheless it was another disappointing day for big-spending Chelsea as they failed to take a grip of a humdrum game.
      Potter has now overseen a run of just two wins in 13 Premier League games. 
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      His free-spending bosses will be starting to wonder why.
      While West Ham were unchanged and could name only eight substitutes, including two keepers, Chelsea flexed their moneybags muscles.
      Felix was among five of their eight January signings to start the game.
      The loan star had the ball in the net inside nine minutes but had was ruled offside from the initial through ball.
      But seven minutes later, £107m man Enzo Fernandez sent in a cross, Felix was onside and then calmly volleyed into the net – although Mykhailo Mudryk seemed to have fouled Jarrod Bowen in the build-up.
      The £88m Ukrainian almost provided a more conventional assist, only for Kai Havertz also to be offside before taking the ball round Lukasz Fabianksi.
      West Ham had offered next to nothing until Michail Antonio’s backheel from a Bowen cross forced a save from Kepa Arrizabalaga.
      But suddenly they equalised. This time Bowen nodded on a Vlad Coufal cross and Emerson stole in at the back post to finish from close range.
      The London Stadium woke up from its lunchtime doze, for a few minutes at least.
      Noni Madueke had already looked dangerous on his full debut for Chelsea and a trademark burst and shot brought the best out of Fabianski.
      At the other end, Thiago Silva found the legs to catch a breaking Said Benrahma, then a Bowen error led to another counter-attack that Mudryk and Fernandez wasted between them.
      The chances kept coming, with Felix hitting a free kick that Fabianski flung himself to his left to push away.
      The second half followed the same pattern – a lot of mediocrity, punctuated by odd moments of excitement.
      When a Fabianski throw sent Bowen off on a promising break, his attempted pass to Antonio was intercepted. Declan Rice hit a shot wide.
      Chelsea were also struggling, although Antonio’s touch on a Reece James free kick sent the ball only just past Fabianski’s left-hand post.
      The game needed something to liven it up and the managers tried, with five substitutions between them with a quarter of the match to go.
      On came the Chelsea “old guard” – Mason Mount, Ben Chilwell and wantaway winger Hakim Ziyech.
      News that Marc Cucurella was coming off was greeted first by cheers from the visiting fans, and then by boos aimed at him specifically.
      Danny Ings, back sooner than expected from the injury suffered on his Hammers’ debut, replaced Antonio.
      Chilwell had a great chance to make an immediate impact but delayed his shot long enough for Nayef Aguerd to block it.
      Mount burst into the penalty area only for his cross to be kicked away by Fabianski.
      Soucek thought he had won it with seven minutes to go, but his joy was shortlived.
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      Chelsea screamed for a penalty when the Czech blocked a Conor Gallagher shot with his hand as he fell.
      But VAR did not help the Blues twice and, to be honest, they didn’t deserve it. More

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      Man Utd icon Ferdinand reveals details of private chat with Chelsea boss Potter after pair are caught on BT Sport

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      RIO FERDINAND has revealed the details behind a private chat with Graham Potter.The Manchester United legend was spotted conversing with the Chelsea boss ahead of the match at West Ham.
      Rio Ferdinand and Joe Cole were seen in conversation with Graham PotterCredit: BT Sport
      Ferdinand later revealed details of the chatCredit: BT Sport
      While David Moyes was having his own conversation with Gianfranco ZolaCredit: BT Sport
      Ferdinand was initially hesitant to reveal details of his chat when asked.
      He said on BT Sport: “[I was] Just asking about individual players.
      “You want to find out how good is he, is he worth the money, they’re the questions we ask. And both positive outcomes.”
      After being asked if he could give any insight into the chat, he then said: “Can’t give you anymore. Private conversations, got to keep certain things away.”
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      Premier League icons Gianfranco Zola and Joe Cole added their analysis ahead of the game, with Cole mentioning how “excited” he was to see Joao Felix in action.
      Ferdinand then hopped back into the conversation, revealing: “Funny enough that’s the player I asked [about] straight away.
      “He’s the one I wanted to know about, how good is he?
      “And it was a glowing report, even from a few players raising their eyebrows at times about some of the stuff he does [in training].
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      “We want to see that live, we hear about it in training but we want to see it out here today.”
      And following his three-game suspension, Felix got off to the perfect start with a crisp volley into the net from Enzo Fernandez’s cross to put Potter’s side 1-0 ahead.
      However, despite Chelsea dominance, West Ham found an equaliser after former Blues star Emerson ghosted in at the back post unopposed to put Jarrod Bowen’s flick-on into the net. More