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      Lukaku set to return to Chelsea ‘against his will’ with Inter Milan ‘unable and unwilling to finance another transfer’

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      ROMELU LUKAKU will reportedly have to reluctantly return to Chelsea at the end of his Inter Milan loan despite wanting to stay in Italy.The 29-year-old striker helped the Serie A giants to title glory in 2021 before heading back to the Blues in a £98.5m move.
      Romelu Lukaku is set for heartbreak this summer according to a new report in ItalyCredit: Rex
      But his second stint at Chelsea failed to turn into the dream he envisioned and he returned to Inter on loan last summer.
      However, the Belgian striker has endured a frustrating campaign on the injury front and has scored just seven goals in 24 games.
      Even though he has endured those difficulties, he wants to remain with Inter, but he appears to be set for disappointment, according to Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport.
      They claim that Lukaku will return to West London “against his will” as his loan club is not able to afford the potential cost of another move.
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      They recently announced losses of £694m over the past decade along with an annual operating loss of around £133m.
      That means that chiefs will be forced into trying to make savings this summer along with the prospect that they may miss out on qualification for the Champions League and the financial rewards that would bring.
      This update states that they feel they have not received enough in return from Lukaku this term to justify the £6.9m loan fee plus the cost of covering a significant part of his £325,000-a-week wages.
      And now Inter are planning ahead for a future without the ex-Everton and Manchester United man in attack.
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      The report also stresses that Lukaku wants to stay so that he is prepared to take a wage cut.
      He has also scored some vital goals in recent weeks, especially in the Champions League, as he netted the winner against Porto in the last-16 as well as getting one in last week’s 2-0 first-leg quarter final win over Benfica.
      But now it seems that he will have to go on a red-hot streak until the end of the season in order to try and change Inter’s minds.
      It also leaves Chelsea with a potential dilemma as they will need to balance the books after Todd Boehly’s huge outlay on new signings.
      And the striker will no doubt have been viewed as one of the players that the club could sell in order to recoup funds. More

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      How Tottenham could line up under Luis Enrique with ex-Spain manager using contacts to hijack Chelsea transfer

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      LUIS ENRIQUE is being linked with the vacant role at Tottenham as Spurs look to steal him away from Chelsea.The former Spain head coach, 52, has been mooted as one of two leading candidates to take over at Stamford Bridge alongside Julian Nagelsmann.
      Luis Enrique is on Tottenham’s radar as they search for a new head coachCredit: EPA
      But reports on Monday revealed Tottenham are also eyeing up the ex-Barcelona boss.
      And his arrival could make for some interesting transfer business for the Lilywhites.
      Enrique only left his role with the Spain national team four months ago following their last-16 exit at the World Cup.
      As a result, he will still have a close relationship with many of the players he worked with.
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      One of those is Barcelona midfielder Gavi – whose future remains uncertain.
      The Spanish giants have been forced to remove him from their registration of first team players due to their ongoing financial issues.
      And while Chelsea have been linked with a move for him, Enrique joining Tottenham could make them the frontrunners to sign the 18-year-old star.
      Centre-back Pau Torres is another potential addition to Spurs’ squad if Enrique was to arrive.
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      The Villarreal defender, 26, is set to enter the final 12 months of his contract this summer and could be offloaded by the LaLiga club.
      Torres started one of Spain’s four games at the World Cup.
      Marco Asensio is another member of Spain’s squad from Qatar who could be available in the coming months.
      The Real Madrid man, 27, will become a free agent at the end of the season if he does not sign a contract extension with Los Blancos.
      And then there is Brentford keeper David Raya.
      The shot-stopper, 27, has been touted as a transfer target for both Spurs and Manchester United.
      He was selected by Enrique for the World Cup, although he did not play any minutes as Unai Simon started all four games. More

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      Chelsea have £17.5m transfer of teen wonderkid Kendry Paez approved – but must wait years before he joins

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      CHELSEA have had their £17.5million capture of teen wonderkid Kendy Paez approved.But fans will have to wait years before seeing him in action at Stamford Bridge.
      Chelsea’s deal for Kendy Paez has been approved… but he can’t join for yearsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/CgXfFUjOxDZ/
      Paez, 15, is regarded as one of the best youngsters in world football after bursting onto the scene in Ecuador.
      He currently plays for Independiente del Valle as an attacking midfielder.
      And Chelsea made their move after already securing a deal for Brazil Under 20s captain Andrey Santos.
      Fabrizio Romano now says the FA and Premier League have approved Chelsea’s transfer for Paez.
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      And once officially confirmed, the Blues will cough up £17.5m — with a bulk of that determined by add-ons.
      However, Chelsea won’t be seeing Paez for some time to come.
      That’s because players from South America must wait until they are 18 before coming to Europe.
      And Chelsea won’t be able to play Paez until 2025 at the earliest.
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      It’s reckoned the Blues have seen off competition from several other big sides.
      Man Utd and Borussia Dortmund were also big fans of Paez.
      But Todd Boehly has swooped first after making it his mission statement to bring the world’s top kids to Stamford Bridge. More

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      Real Madrid set to break 23-year-old Luis Figo Law as they look to pull off transfer raid on Barcelona

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      REAL MADRID are preparing a shock transfer raid on rivals Barcelona for the first time in 23 years, reports suggest.That is according to Marca, via El Futbolero, who report that Real are keeping tabs on Barca star Gavi ahead of the summer transfer window.
      Real Madrid are eyeing Barcelona star Gavi ahead of the summer transfer windowCredit: Rex
      That means Los Blancos are planning to break an unwritten transfer rule agreed between the two LaLiga foes back in 2000.
      The two European giants promised they wouldn’t try to sign each other’s players in what is now known as the Luis Figo Law.
      The Merengues signed Figo from Barcelona 23 years ago in a deal that was met with intense rage from the Blaugrana faithful.
      Real splashed a then record £50million for the Portugal great, who enjoyed tremendous success at the Nou Camp with 45 goals and 58 assists in 249 appearances throughout a five-year stint.
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      The legendary winger then turned into persona non grata in Catalonia and was met with immense fury when visiting Barcelona with Real’s colours until 2005 when he left for Inter Milan.
      Figo is the last person to make a direct switch from one rival to another in Spain.
      Real now appear to consider Barcelona as “just another club” and are eyeing Gavi, whose deal runs out in 2026 and he has yet to pen an extension, but have yet to make an official move.
      The Catalan giants have been forced to remove the midfielder from their registration of first-team players due to their ongoing financial issues.
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      Consequently, the 18-year-old may now leave as a free agent in the summer.
      This comes amid Barcelona’s bid to re-sign Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi.
      Barca will therefore have to raise funds to meet Messi’s salary demands.
      Gavi has also been targeted by Chelsea, who are looking for major reinforcement in the summer amid a disastrous Premier League campaign.
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      Real Madrid are looking to break the Luis Figo Law with BarcelonaCredit: Getty
      In fact, the Blues have been in talks with the Spain international’s representatives over a potential deal.
      And the West Londoners’ owner Todd Boehly is willing to make Gavi one of the Prem’s highest earners. More

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      Antonio Conte lined up for new job as he targets return to management after Tottenham sacking

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      ANTONIO CONTE could replace Jose Mourinho at Roma this summer, according to reports.The Italian, 53, was dismissed by Tottenham in March after 16 months in charge.
      Antonio Conte is available after being sacked by SpursCredit: Reuters
      Jose Mourinho could leave Roma for Paris Saint-Germain in the summerCredit: Getty
      His exit came following a scathing rant about his players and the club in the wake of a 3-3 draw with Southampton.
      And he was expected to leave Tottenham at the end of the season anyway as his contract was set to run out.
      Now Calcio Mercato are reporting he could be employed by Roma in the coming months.
      However, that is dependent on whether Mourinho remains in charge in the Italian capital.
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      The Portuguese head coach, 60, is being mooted as a candidate to take over at Paris Saint-Germain.
      It comes after a two-year period at Roma during which he has lifted the Europa Conference League trophy.
      Roma also sit third in Serie A and will look to overturn a 1-0 deficit against Feyenoord in the second leg of their Europa League quarter-final tie on Thursday.
      PSG boss Christophe Galtier is set to lead the French giants to another Ligue 1 title, but their Champions League last-16 exit at the hands of Bayern Munich means his future is in doubt.
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      And Mourinho’s switch to PSG would leave the door open for Conte to assume control at Roma.
      It is understood he would be handed funds in the transfer market as the Italians seek to claim a first scudetto since 2001.
      Conte has won four Serie A titles as a manager – three with Juventus and one with Inter Milan.
      Both Juve and Inter are also thought to be interested in bringing him back to their clubs, but their financial positions make that an unlikely move. More

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      Arsenal offer Reiss Nelson new deal with bumper pay-rise but fear winger will still join London rivals on free transfer

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      ARSENAL have offered Reiss Nelson a new deal but fear he could join another Premier League side on a free transfer, according to reports.The winger’s contract is set to expire at the end of this season.
      Reiss Nelson is wanted by a host of Premier League clubsCredit: Getty
      Arsenal have opened talks with him over a new deal and offered to increase his £35,0000-a-week wages,
      However, the Mail claim he could reject the proposal in the hunt for more regular first-team action.
      West Ham are among the teams interested in Nelson with the player settled in his home city of London.
      The likes of Fulham, Aston Villa and Brighton are also keeping tabs on the 23-year-old’s situation.
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      Villa boss Unai Emery is supposedly keen to work with Nelson again after managing him at the Gunners.
      There is also interest coming from Europe via Serie A giants AC Milan.
      Nelson has played 12 times in all competitions this season for Arsenal after battling a thigh issue that ruled him out of 17 games this campaign.
      He has netted three goals and grabbed three assists with his best moment coming when he scored a last-gasp winner in a 3-2 victory over Bournemouth.
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      Nelson spent last season out on loan at Feyenoord and helped them reach the Conference League final.
      Rumours suggest that if he was to leave the club then Arsenal could look to replace him with Crystal Palace ace Wilfried Zaha.
      The Ivorian is out of contract this summer and has also been linked with Borussia Dortmund, Monaco and Saudi Arabian clubs Al-Nassr and Al-Ittihad. More

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      Chelsea ‘ready to force Conor Gallagher out of club’ to balance books with Liverpool and Newcastle eyeing transfer swoop

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      CHELSEA are reportedly ready to force Conor Gallagher out of the club to help balance the books. Several Premier League clubs, including Newcastle and Liverpool, are said to be monitoring the England midfielder’s situation.
      Conor Gallagher could be sold by Chelsea this summerCredit: Rex
      Gallagher has two years left on his deal and Chelsea are yet to open any talks over an extension.
      The Mail reports that the club view the 23-year-old as an easy sale and that offloading academy graduates means more profit.
      Chelsea are under pressure from Financial Fair Play rules after owner Todd Boehly splashed over £600million across the previous two transfer windows.
      The Blues are 11th in the Premier League and so also look set to miss out on European football and the revenue that brings.
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      Gallagher has supposedly attracted interest from the likes of Everton, Brighton and Borussia Dortmund, as well as Liverpool and Toon.
      Jurgen Klopp is keen to freshen up his midfield this summer but no enquiry has been made.
      Newcastle are also keen on Gallagher and his team-mate Mason Mount, who is stalling over a new deal.
      However, Mount’s £70m asking price has led to Eddie Howe believing that he will end up agreeing to stay at Stamford Bridge.
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      Chelsea could look to sell a number of players this summer with the likes of Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Hakim Ziyech, Christian Pulisic, Callum Hudson-Odoi, Edouard Mendy and Armando Broja all potentially leaving.
      Levi Colwill is currently on loan at Brighton and could be sold this summer despite the West Londoners desire to keep the homegrown defender. More

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      Man Utd and Arsenal transfer target spotted wearing LIVERPOOL shirt as Jurgen Klopp prepares deal to poach midfielder

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Arsenal have been dealt a blow to their transfer plans.It comes after a picture emerged online of target Ryan Gravenberch wearing a Liverpool shirt.

      Jurgen Klopp wants to overhaul his midfield in the summerCredit: Alamy
      Ryan Gravenberch will reportedly be available for as little as £25millionCredit: Getty
      The Bayern Munich midfielder, 20, was seen wearing the Reds shirt from the 2019/20 season.
      The photo may come as a major boost to Liverpool.
      Jurgen Klopp is desperate to freshen up his ageing midfield with some new signings.
      The Times report Gravenberch will cost just £25million in the summer, putting him well within top clubs’ budgets.
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      The Dutchman represents a much cheaper alternative to Jude Bellingham.
      Liverpool pulled out of the race to sign the Englishman after being quoted a price of £130m by Borussia Dortmund.

      Dutch outlet De Telegraaf have reported Gravenberch is open to a move to Liverpool following a meeting between his representatives and the club last week.
      Gravenberch has struggled for game time since moving to Germany from Ajax last summer.
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      He has started just once in the Bundesliga but has come on as a sub 17 times.
      Both Man Utd and Arsenal are also looking for central midfielders.
      The Gunners have been targeting Declan Rice and Moises Caicedo for some time, while United remain keen on Frenkie de Jong. More