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      Fears Levi Colwill could snub new Chelsea deal amid manager uncertainty and transfer interest from Premier League rivals

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      CHELSEA defender Levi Colwill could reject a new contract due to the Blues’ managerial uncertainty, according to reports.The 20-year-old centre-back has attracted interest from the likes of Manchester City and Liverpool following an impressive campaign on loan at Brighton.
      Levi Colwill has had a superb season with BrightonCredit: Getty
      The Seagulls are also monitoring the possibility of securing a permanent move for the England U21 international in the summer.
      Chelsea are hoping to tie Colwill down to a long-term deal and do not want to sell the young defender.
      He is under contract until 2025 – with the option of an additional 12 months if he plays a certain number of games.
      However, The Athletic are reporting that Colwill wants to wait until the Blues announce their new permanent head coach before deciding his future.
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      Frank Lampard has taken charge of the club on an interim basis, but is expected to depart in the summer.
      Luis Enrique and Julian Nagelsmann have been mooted as potential successors to Graham Potter – who was sacked earlier this month.
      And while the club have plans for Colwill, he is still assessing his options before he considers a contract extension.
      Chelsea have a host of centre-backs in their squad – including Kalidou Koulibaly, Benoit Badiashile, Thiago Silva, Wesley Fofana and Trevoh Chalobah.
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      Marc Cucurella, Reece James and Cesar Azpilicueta can also fill in at centre-half.
      And the Blues are set to miss out on European football next season, meaning Colwill’s opportunities could be limited at Stamford Bridge.
      And if he does not pen a new deal, Chelsea may choose to sell him to raise funds in order to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations.
      Owner Todd Boehly has spent £600million across the last two transfer windows.
      Colwill has made 15 appearances for Brighton this season, keeping six clean sheets.
      As well as his loan spell with the South Coast side, he also turned heads with his displays on loan at Huddersfield during their 2021/22 Championship campaign.
      He made 32 appearances for The Terriers, helping them reach the play-off final before they were beaten 1-0 by Nottingham Forest.
      Colwill wore the No26 shirt while at Huddersfield, leading many Chelsea fans to label him the “new John Terry”. More

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      Arsenal fans ALL say the same thing as Declan Rice spotted asking Martin Odegaard for his autograph after West Ham draw

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      ARSENAL fans are all saying the same thing after Declan Rice was seen asking Martin Odegaard for an AUTOGRAPH.The midfield stars faced off on the pitch on Sunday as West Ham hosted Arsenal in a London derby.
      Declan Rice sent Arsenal fans wild as he asked for Martin Odegaard’s autographCredit: BEIN Sports
      The duo collided on the field as West Ham held Arsenal to a 2-2 drawCredit: Reuters
      Odegaard scored as Arsenal went 2-0 up inside 10 minutes.
      But West Ham produced an incredible comeback as they secured a 2-2 draw to dent the Gunners’ title hopes.
      After the match, Rice and Odegaard were seen deep in talks.
      An Arsenal jersey bearing the Norwegian’s name and number was then produced.
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      And Rice held it tight as Odegaard autographed the shirt with his signature.
      England star Rice loves collecting jerseys from his biggest rivals, and boasts an incredible collection featuring the likes of Mason Mount, Harry Kane and Jack Grealish.
      But Arsenal fans saw the interaction with Odegaard as a clear sign that Rice is going to join them this summer.
      The powerhouse is looking to leave West Ham in search of Champions League football.
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      Rice is an avid collector of football shirtsCredit: Declan Rice Instagram
      The ace boasts jerseys belonging to some of the best ever, both past and presentCredit: Declan Rice Instagram
      And Mikel Arteta is understood to have made Rice one of his top targets.
      One fan said: “Rice is gagging to leave West Ham, wow.”
      Another declared: “He is ours. He wants us.”
      One noted: “100 per cent going to Arsenal.”
      Another added: “He could have waited until the summer when on the same but I can’t blame the guy.”
      Speaking after the game, Odegaard urged Arsenal team-mates to keep their heads up despite handing advantage to Man City in the title race.
      He said: “We have to remember we are still top of the league with everything in our own hands.
      “The same mindset, same mentality to make sure we win the next one.
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      “We started well then stopped, allowed them to play on their qualities.
      “We gave them the game they wanted, we gave them hope and that’s on us. We have to look forward now.” More

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      Liverpool ‘hold talks with Dutch midfielder’s father’ as Jurgen Klopp lines up transfers after moving on from Bellingham

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      LIVERPOOL have stepped up their pursuit of Bayern Munich star Ryan Gravenberch, according to reports.The Reds are keen to upgrade their midfield in the summer after a disappointing campaign.
      Liverpool spoke to Ryan Gravenberch’s father this weekCredit: Getty
      Jurgen Klopp has promised arrivals and Gravenberch is seemingly a key target for the club.
      Liverpool had been linked with Jude Bellingham but that interest has faded with Borussia Dortmund demanding £130million for the England international.
      Gravenberch is a much cheaper alternative with a projected price tag of just £25million.
      And Liverpool made a move to land the Netherlands international this week by meeting with his father, according to The Times.
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      The Reds have reportedly been tracking Gravenberch for some time with the 20-year-old initially bursting onto the scene at Ajax.
      His impressive performances for the Dutch champions earned him a £21m move to Bayern last summer, where his career has stalled somewhat.
      Gravenberch has made just three starts this season, only one of which has been in the Bundesliga, with ex-boss Julian Nagelsmann and Thomas Tuchel preferring more experienced options.
      That means the German giants could be open to letting the youngster leave at the end of the season, with Liverpool big admirers.
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      Liverpool’s midfield overhaul could also see Chelsea star Mason Mount arrive on a free.
      Mount is said to be the Reds’ number one summer target after ending their interest in Bellingham, though the Blues are plotting one last push to convince Mount to sign a long-term deal.
      Liverpool are also interested in another Chelsea midfielder, Conor Gallagher, with Klopp a fan of the 23-year-old. More

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      Arsenal face approach from RB Leipzig over Folarin Balogun transfer as replacement for Chelsea-bound Christopher Nkunku

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      FOLARIN BALOGUN is reportedly attracting interest from RB Leipzig as they search for a replacement for Chelsea-bound Christopher Nkunku.Arsenal starlet Balogun, 21, has had a fantastic season on loan at Reims, with 18 goals in 29 Ligue 1 games so far this season.
      Balogun is attracting interest from clubs across Europe following his exploits at ReimsCredit: AFP
      Only Kylian Mbappe and another Chelsea target Jonathan David have scored more goals in the French top flight.
      The Arsenal loanee’s form hasn’t gone unnoticed.
      And, with the Gunners unlikely to be able to offer Balogun a regular starting spot up front next season, clubs across Europe are monitoring his situation.
      Fichajes claim that RB Leipzig are one of the sides set to slug it out for Balogun’s services, with Nkunku set to depart for Chelsea this summer.
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      The report adds that the German outfit are looking to add a goalscorer to their ranks to complement Timo Werner, and the incoming Benjamin Sesko from RB Salzburg.
      Arsenal will be delighted with Balogun’s progress, but his sudden rise presents them with a problem.
      Balogun has two years remaining on his Arsenal deal but will return to the Emirates at the end of the season with his future up in the air.
      And the Gunners will weigh up what would be an acceptable offer for the striker in the close season.
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      The 21 year old has been with the Gunners since he was an eight-year-old.
      But he wants to continue being a first-choice striker when his loan spell ends after his breakout season in France.
      Arsenal are already well stocked up top, with Eddie Nketiah ably deputising for Gabriel Jesus when the Brazilian was injured earlier in the campaign. More

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      Jude Bellingham’s preference for next season threatens to deal blow to Man Utd, Chelsea and Liverpool’s transfer plans

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      JUDE BELLINGHAM’S reported transfer preference is set to deal a big blow to the summer plans of England’s financial heavyweights. The likes of Manchester United, Chelsea and Liverpool are all big fans of the 19-year-old and are eager to try and secure his signature.
      Jude Bellingham’s preferred club next season will come as a blow to the likes of Man Utd and ChelseaCredit: Getty
      However, these plans are set to be thwarted due to Bellingham’s own preference of destination next season.
      According to The Times, Bellingham would prefer to STAY in Germany with Borussia Dortmund until 2024.
      The reason derives from Bellingham’s fear of pushing for a move which may not be “absolutely right” for him.
      Liverpool had been the widely reported frontrunners to land Bellingham in the summer.
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      However, the Reds pulled out of the race to sign him after bulking at Dortmund’s £130million asking price.
      The fee is in the budget of some other interested clubs such as Paris Saint-Germain, Real Madrid and Manchester City.
      The Times report also suggests there was no real indication from Bellingham that he preferred Anfield to elsewhere despite his father, Mark, being a Liverpool fan.
      Dortmund would like to keep Bellingham for another season before they are forced into a decision with his contract expiring in 2025.
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      But they are said to be planning a new contract for Bellingham that would see his salary rise by a whopping 150 per cent to £13m a year.
      This deal would also include a release clause of £131m. More

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      Gavi holds talks over Chelsea transfer but desperate Barcelona boss Xavi warns ‘I don’t think he would be happy’

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      BARCELONA boss Xavi has warned Gavi the grass is not always greener amid reports linking him with a transfer to Chelsea. Gavi was rewarded with his first contract at the Nou Camp which would keep him at Barcelona until 2026.
      Gavi could leave Barcelona as a free agent this summerCredit: AP
      But Xavi has warned the grass is not always greenerCredit: Getty
      But the Catalan giants have been forced to remove him from their registration of first team players due to their ongoing financial issues.
      Consequently, the teenager may now leave as a free agent in the summer.
      Chelsea have reportedly been in talks with Gavi’s representatives over a potential deal, with one report suggesting Todd Boehly is willing to make him one of the Premier League’s highest earners.
      However, Xavi is desperate to keep the 2022 Kopa Trophy winner and he has questioned whether a move away from Barcelona would be right for him.
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      When asked about Gavi leaving, he said: “I don’t think Gavi would be happy at another club.
      “He has everything here. He is 18 years old. He’s a key player of our team.
      “For me, he’s a footballer that is outstanding.
      “I don’t know what he’ll decide but I think his future is here at the club.”
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      Gavi has featured 40 times in all competitions for Barcelona this season, including 27 times in La Liga.
      He also starred at the World Cup and became the youngest goalscorer at the tournament for Spain with his effort against Costa Rica. More

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      Aston Villa leading transfer chase for Charlton wonderkid Miles Leaburn who Chelsea let slip through their fingers

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      ASTON VILLA are among the Premier League clubs considering a summer move for young Charlton striker Miles Leaburn.The 19-year-old is son of former Addicks star Carl.
      Aston Villa are eyeing a move for Charlton star and ex-Chelsea youngster Miles LeaburnCredit: Getty
      And he is second in the club’s scoring ranks this season.
      That’s despite missing more than two months of the campaign with injury.
      Leaburn has hit 11 goals in 31 League One appearances — with only 14 of them starts.
      And that has alerted Villa and other top-flight sides.
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      The 6ft 5in forward came through Chelsea’s academy.
      He then joined Charlton in 2019 and turned pro last summer.
      The Addicks expect offers for him after just one season.
      Dad Carl played more than 300 games for the club from 1987 to 1998.
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      Meanwhile, Villa have also been linked with a move for Divock Origi.
      The Belgian left Liverpool for AC Milan last summer.
      But he has struggled to impress with just two goals this term.
      And Origi could now be set for a Premier League return with Unai Emery’s side. More

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      Michael Olise ready to SNUB Arsenal transfer this summer to stay at Crystal Palace and continue dazzling form

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      RISING star Michael Olise plans to stay at Crystal Palace next season – despite growing interest.The French magician has been in dazzling form and top clubs in the Premier League including Arsenal are watching him.
      London-born Frenchman Michael Olise is tipped to stay at Selhurst ParkCredit: Rex
      And the Eagles midfielder has attracted the attention of multiple Champions League giants too.
      However, he is settled with Palace and wants another full season at Selhurst Park to develop and get more consistency.
      Palace have the Under-21 international under contract and are happy to know his opinion.
      It will also soften the blow if Wilfried Zaha, 30, wants to try his luck and move on at the end of his contract.
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      Meanwhile, the Eagles are checking on Blackburn’s young midfielder Adam Wharton who signed a new deal in the season despite their interest.
      England youth cap Wharton could be tempted by the Premier League even if he would have to be brought through slowly in their squad.
      Palace will also be back in the market for old boy Aaron Wan Bissaka who is set to be traded by Manchester United at the end of the season.
      It comes as the Eagles’ hot form since interim chief Roy Hodgson replaced the sacked Patrick Vieira continued.
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      Eberechi Eze fired home twice in the second half to clinch Saturday’s 2-0 win at bottom side Southampton, leaving Palace 12th.
      Meanwhile, Feyenoord chief Arne Slot is the latest name linked with the permanent Eagles’ job.
      Tottenham and West Ham have also been mentioned in connection with the Dutchman, 44. More