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      Jamie Carragher says Chelsea’s best XI still needs another FOUR players.. despite ‘flabbergasting’ £1BILLION spend

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER insists that Chelsea’s starting XI still needs another FOUR new players – despite Todd Boehly’s “flabbergasting” £1BILLION transfer outlay.New manager Mauricio Pochettino secured a much-needed victory on Monday night, which he hopes will finally kickstart their season.
      Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino secured a much-needed win at FulhamCredit: Getty
      Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher says the Blues still need at least another four playersCredit: Getty
      Mykhailo Mudryk, a £88m arrival from Shakhtar Donetsk in January, finally opened his account for the Blues before Armando Broja celebrated his return from injury with the other in the 2-0 win over Fulham.
      That was only Chelsea’s second victory from their opening seven Premier League matches and leaves them sitting 11th in the table.
      There is no disguising it is a disappointing return for owners Boehly and Clearlake Capital after they have forked out over a BILLION quid on new players over the past year.
      And, Liverpool legend Carragher is adamant that they squad are still way off being able to compete at the top of the table.
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      After seeing the starting line-up last night, Carra believes Poch needs at least four more players in his team in order to have any chance of challenging Manchester City.
      The pundit told Sky Sports: “You rarely get your best 11 on the pitch, they have injuries but if you get their team on the pitch regularly I believe they are fighting for top four.
      “If you tell me that is their best team after spending £1billion, they still need four players to make them capable of catching Man City. 
      “Centre forward (Nicolas Jackson) isn’t good enough, goalkeeper (Robert Sanchez) isn’t good enough, centre-back and another midfielder. To think Chelsea have spent £1billion and still feel half a team away from competing for the Premier League is flabbergasting.”
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      Jackson, 22, joined from Villarreal for £35m this summer but has only scored one league goal and missed last night’s game through suspension after amassing five yellow cards.
      Meanwhile, Sanchez cost £25m from Brighton, despite finishing last term as third-choice at the Seagulls.
      He has found himself No 1 under Poch following Kepa Arrizabalaga’s departure to Real Madrid.
      With no European football this term, Chelsea are next in action on Saturday when they travel to Burnley before facing Arsenal in a London derby after the international break on home turf. More

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      Director of football who signed Christopher Nkunku and Son Heung-min LEAVES top job as fans say ‘coming to Man Utd soon’

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      FOOTBALL supremo Paul Mitchell, who has been credited with scouting some of the world’s best young talent, has left his role as sporting director at Monaco.Mitchell enjoyed immense success at Southampton and Tottenham and rumours are that he has left the Ligue 1 giants for a return to the Premier League.
      Paul Mitchell has left his role as Monaco’s sporting directorCredit: AFP
      According to transfer insider Fabrizio Romano, the French outfit has replaced the 42-year-old with new CEO Thiago Scuro.
      Scuro will oversee all the club’s activities and report to Monaco president Dmitry Rybolovlev.
      Mitchell has been previously linked with Manchester United and fans are hopeful this could lead the talented director of football to Old Trafford.
      One supporter tweeted: “Joining Manchester United, ownership about to change as well.”
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      Another commented: “He is better than [Man Utd director of football John] Murtough. Idk why we don’t go after him.”
      A third said: “@ManUtd this is who we need.”
      This fan posted: “Manchester [United] should hire him.
      “And that one wrote: “Get Paul Mitchell to #ManUtd.”
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      Mitchell started out as a footballer cutting his teeth at Manchester City and Wigan’s youth set up but spent his senior career playing for the lower leagues, mostly on loan from the Latics and MK Dons.
      The Mancunian was forced to prematurely retire in 2009 at the age of 27 due to injuries but then found success as a sporting director.
      It all started in 2010 at former club MK Dons where he carved his famous philosophy that sees him only signing players under the age of 24, starting with Dele Alli.
      After making a name for himself with the Dons he moved to Southampton two years later and pulled off a string of great signings, like Maya Yoshida, Nathaniel Clyne, Sadio Mane, Dusan Tadic and Graziano Pelle.
      That led to a job at Tottenham in 2014 and he landed Kieran Trippier, Toby Alderweireld, Son Heung-Min and of course Alli.
      Mitchell resigned in 2016 and went to RB Leipzig in 2018 where he was quickly promoted to Chief Technical Director overseeing all the Red Bull teams.
      The Stalybridge native signed Dani Olmo, Christopher Nkunku, Ademola Lookman, Patrik Schick, Dayot Upamecano and Matheus Cunha during his time at Leipzig.
      He then moved to Monaco in 2020 but had less success even though he still managed to bring in the likes of Axel Disasi and Breel Embolo.
      Mitchell is credited with scouting some of the best young talent in the world, pictured here with Chelsea loanee Malang SarrCredit: AFP More

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      Chelsea hoping to raise staggering £500MILLION as Todd Boehly seeks loan to keep up with Premier League rivals

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      CHELSEA are looking to raise up to £500million from US financial institutions.The big spenders of Stamford Bridge are seeking a loan — something other Premier League clubs have done in recent years.
      Todd Boehly is seeking a loan to continue Chelsea’s cash splashCredit: Getty
      It comes amid a remarkable period of transfer spending from new owner Todd Boehly.
      The American, 50, has spent £1BN across the last three transfer windows.
      Yet the unprecedented level of spending has done nothing to improve Chelsea on the pitch.
      Managers Thomas Tuchel, Graham Potter and Frank Lampard all left in difficult circumstances last season.
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      And Mauricio Pochettino is now struggling to get a tune out of his inflated squad.
      The Blues have won just one of their opening six Premier League games.
      That dreadful start leaves them 15th in the table ahead of a West London derby with Fulham at Craven Cottage on Monday night.
      They have been linked with a number of signings in the January transfer window.
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      Brentford’s Ivan Toney and Napoli’s Victor Osimhen are two strikers mooted as possible targets for the Blues.
      But former player Frank Leboeuf feels Boehly’s ownership of the club could prove fatal for Chelsea.
      He told CasinosEnLigne.com: “Let’s be realistic – Chelsea are a mid-table club. Attracting players will be tough and players like [Kylian] Mbappe won’t want to come.
      “The big players want to play in the Champions League. Arsenal had that problem for years, and so did Manchester United.
      “Top players won’t come to Chelsea because the club has fallen.
      “It’s unbelievable what the club has become just two years on from their Champions League win. I’m disgusted with it.
      “I have nothing against Todd Boehly, but they need to change things quickly or else they’ll kill the club.” More

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      Crystal Palace eye Portuguese boss to take over from Roy Hodgson after snubbing him for flop Patrick Vieira in 2021

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      CRYSTAL PALACE have put Portuguese coach Paulo Fonseca on their radar as the long-term successor to Roy Hodgson.The Eagles will wait for the right time to move for the highly-rated Lille boss, who was on their hit list before they picked Patrick Vieira in July 2021.
      Crystal Palace are looking at Paulo Fonseca as their next bossCredit: Rex
      Roy Hodgson agreed to stay on this season but Palace are preparing for when he leavesCredit: Getty
      Hodgson, 76, agreed to stay on for this season but Palace are already working out a plan for when he finally leaves.
      Fonseca, 50, is keen to come to the Prem.
      Ipswich chief Kieran McKenna is also on the shortlist at Selhurst Park.
      Former England boss Hodgson made history by becoming the first opposition manager to go unbeaten in five consecutive games at Old Trafford.
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      His Crystal Palace team claimed all three points in a smash-and-grab 1-0 over against Manchester United.
      Joachim Andersen’s first-half strike proved to be the difference between the two sides as the Eagles got revenge for the 3-0 defeat they suffered against United in their midweek League Cup match.
      Hodgson had been forced to miss Palace’s clash with Aston Villa earlier this season after being taken unwell but was “feeling better” soon after.
      Fonseca’s Lille team currently sit in 11th in the Ligue 1 table after losing their last match against Will Still’s Reims.
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      He has been in charge of the French outfit since June 2022, with Lille finishing fifth in his first full season in charge.
      In McKenna’s case, he has led Ipswich to the top of League One after winning seven of the opening nine games.
      He took over the club in the summer after departing his role as assistant manager at Man Utd.
      Kieran McKenna is also being considered for the roleCredit: Reuters More

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      Reason why Chelsea transfer bid for top striker collapsed revealed by Juventus with Blues even offering Lukaku in swap

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      THE reason behind Chelsea’s failed attempt to buy Dusan Vlahovic has been revealed. The Blues submitted a bid to Juventus to try and land Vlahovic in the summer.
      Chelsea saw an offer for Juventus star Dusan Vlahovic rejected in the summerCredit: EPA
      The Blues have spent more than £1billion on transfers since Todd Boehly bought the clubCredit: Rex
      It even saw them offer Romelu Lukaku as a part exchange.
      However, the deal fell through with Lukaku eventually joining Roma on loan and Vlahovic remaining in Italy.
      The reason for the failed bid has now been revealed by Juventus sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli.
      Speaking to La Repubblica, he said: “There was an offer from Chelsea for Vlahovic.
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      “We didn’t want to sell Dusan, but given certain numbers we would have accepted.
      “Chelsea never reached that figure, and the exchange [with Lukaku] never took place.”
      Mauricio Pochettino’s side have been plagued by a lack of clinical finishing this season.
      They have scored just five Premier League goals, three of which came against newly-promoted Luton.
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      Meanwhile, Vlahovic has scored four goals in the Serie A.
      Having already spent more than £1billion on transfers under Todd Boehly, Chelsea have been linked with moves for both Ivan Toney and Victor Osimhen in the January transfer window. More

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      Forgotten former Man Utd star, 33, signs for Greek minnows after lasting just TEN DAYS at previous club

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      FORMER Manchester United midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin has signed for Greek Super League side Kifisia.Schneiderlin, 33, arrived at the club earlier this week and has now been officially announced as a Kifisia player.
      Morgan Schneiderlin has joined Greek side KifisiaCredit: Getty
      The midfielder left Konyaspor just 10 days after joining the club this summerCredit: Getty
      He could make his debut during Kifisia’s league match against Aris on Sunday.
      The midfielder initially joined Turkish side Konyaspor on a free transfer in August, but his contract was mutually terminated after just 10 days due to “family reasons”.
      An official statement from the Super Lig side read: “Professional football player Morgan Schneiderlin, whose transfer we have announced recently, conveyed to our management that he wanted to leave due to family reasons.
      “As a result of the consultations and evaluations, our club approached Morgan Schneiderlin’s request positively and terminated his contract by mutual agreement.”
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      Prior to his move, Schneiderlin enjoyed a short stint with Western Sydney Wanderers after being loaned out by OGC Nice.
      He’d spent two-and-a-half years with the French side prior to that loan and made 59 appearances across all competitions.
      During the peak of his career, the defensive midfielder spent 12 years in England.
      He joined Southampton in 2008 when the South Coast club were in the Championship.
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      They then dropped down to League One, before Schneiderlin helped them return to the Premier League in 2012.
      The Frenchman signed for Man Utd in 2015, where he won the Europa League and the FA Cup during his two year stint before joining Everton in 2017.
      Schneiderlin spent two years with Man UtdCredit: Rex Features More

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      Unemployed former Premier League star plays match for League Two club after being handed career lifeline

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      A FORMER Premier League stalwart who is now unemployed has been offered a career lifeline in League Two.Not many will have paid too much attention to the Cheshire Senior Cup showdown between Stockport County and Tranmere Rovers this week.
      A Premier League veteran appeared for Stockport County on trial this weekCredit: Getty
      But for one ex-Sheffield United, Aston Villa and Burnley ace it was a hugely important night.
      The 34-year-old Matt Lowton was released by Burnley during the summer after eight years at Turf Moor.
      Following his arrival from Villa in 2015, he became a key man under Sean Dyche and helped them to the Championship title in his first season there.
      The right-back went on to make 203 appearances for the club and scored three times but last term he began to fall out of favour after Vincent Kompany took charge.
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      He moved to Huddersfield Town on loan in January as Kompany led Burnley to the title and back to the Premier League.
      Then Lowton, who helped the Terriers beat relegation, began pre-season on trial at Birmingham.
      However, Brum boss John Eustace opted against offering the veteran a contract, leaving him jobless going into the campaign.
      Despite the transfer window now being closed, free agents are able to sign for a new club outside of it.
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      Matt Lowton is on trial with a League Two clubCredit: Getty
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      And it has now emerged that he has been offered an opportunity elsewhere in the Football League.
      Lowton is currently on trial with League Two outfit Stockport as he looks to earn himself a contract.
      And that led to him being handed a start for them on Tuesday in their 2-0 defeat to Tranmere Rovers in the Cheshire Senior Cup. More

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      Man Utd stars Sancho and Martial on Barcelona’s budget transfer shortlist of flops and outcasts along with Arsenal duo

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      BARCELONA have Jadon Sancho and Anthony Martial on their six-man transfer shortlist, it’s claimed.The Spanish champions are also said to be eyeing moves for Arsenal duo Kai Havertz and Jorginho next summer.
      Jadon Sancho is on Barcelona’s stunning six-man transfer shortlistCredit: Getty
      Anthony Martial has struggled for consistent minutes this seasonCredit: Getty
      Barca’s financial problems have had a direct impact on their transfer business in recent seasons.
      In order to manage their issues, the club have been forced to look at free agents, flops, and out-of-favour players from top teams in Europe.
      According to Mundo Deportivo, they have already applied that approach to their plans for next summer.
      The report claims that Barca have drawn up a six-man list of potential targets, which includes Sancho and Martial.
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      Sancho has not played for United since August 26 following his public falling out with Erik ten Hag.
      The Red Devils boss has even banished the winger from attending any first-team activities as their feud continues.
      As a result, Sancho’s future at Old Trafford appears to be over, with Roma joining Barcelona in being linked with a move.
      Meanwhile, Martial has also struggled for consistent opportunities so far this season and is into the final year of his contract.
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      The Frenchman was also booed by his own fans as he replaced Rasmus Hojlund against Brighton earlier this month.
      Xavi is not just looking at United players, though, with the report adding that he has his eye on Arsenal pair Havertz and Jorginho.
      The former Chelsea duo have both joined the Gunners this year, with Jorginho arriving in January ahead of Havertz’s summer move.

      Mikel Arteta has yet to start Jorginho in the league this season and the Italian was linked with an exit in the summer as his contract expires in 2024.
      Havertz, on the other hand, has struggled for form since joining the club and is yet to register a goal or an assist this term.
      He was also dropped for the trip to Everton earlier this month and again started on the bench in last weekend’s North London derby.
      Barcelona’s six-man shortlist does include players from outside the Premier League, though.
      Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt is their sole defensive target, having complained about his playing time with the German giants.
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      The Blaugrana are also one of a number of clubs tracking Athletic Club forward Nico Williams.
      With less than a year remaining on his deal, the Spain winger has provided four assists in four LaLiga matches this season.
      Jorginho is out of contract at the end of this seasonCredit: Getty
      Kai Havertz has struggled for form since joining Arsenal in the summerCredit: Getty More