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      Chelsea ‘to listen to offers for Christian Pulisic this summer’ with £58m winger expected to lead Stamford Bridge exodus

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      CHRISTIAN PULISIC is reportedly “set to lead a summer clearout” at Chelsea.The American winger, 24, joined the Blues from Borussia Dortmund back in 2019.
      Christian Pulisic looks to be heading out of the Chelsea exitCredit: Getty
      The star has tasted Champions League success in West London but he has struggled for regular action.
      And this term he has been restricted to 21 outings, most from the bench, and just one goal.
      Chelsea’s record January transfer outlay led to them bringing in EIGHT new players in.
      They include a whopping £107m upfront with a potential further £4m to follow in add-ons to Benfica for Enzo Fernandez.
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      And the arrival of Ukrainian Mykhailo Mudryk from Shakhtar Donetsk has only added more competition for minutes on the pitch. 
      Pulisic has entered the final 18 months of his Stamford Bridge contract and has several PremIer League clubs chasing his signature.
      One of those is Manchester United, while Arsenal and Newcastle are also keen.
      And now a bidding war could be about to begin as ESPN claims Pulisic is “expected to be made available” at the end of the season as the Blues look to trim their bloated squad.
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      However, Chelsea know that they stand to make a “significant loss” on the man they spent £58m on.
      Following his participation with USA at the World Cup, Pulisic refused to rule out an exit when quizzed on his future.
      Speaking on the Indirect Podcast, he said: “I mean, right now I’m absolutely back at Chelsea and focused and ready to finish the season.

      “But you know how things work in football. Things change quickly and anything can happen.
      “At the moment I am just pushing myself in training and working at Chelsea because that’s where I am right now.” More

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      Carlo Ancelotti ‘agrees to become next BRAZIL manager’ and Real Madrid stars have ‘already been told’

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      CARLO ANCELOTTI will reportedly become Brazil’s next manager in conflicting reports.The Real Madrid boss, 63, has already allegedly informed some of the squad at the LaLiga giants he is departing, says journalist Bruno Vicari.
      Carlo Ancelotti has reportedly agreed to take charge of BrazilCredit: Getty
      And he is set to take charge of the South American side at the end of the season.
      According to ESPN , neither Brazil or Ancelotti will officially announce the news “as the coach still has a contract with the Spanish club until June 2024”. 
      And they state that he has also not actually penned his deal.
      However, they claim that he will sign a three-year contract in the summer which will take him until the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada.
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      But personal terms are still being finalised between the two parties.
      The Brazilian players at Madrid under Ancelotti have already reportedly been informed of the impending move.

      And even though the likes of Vinicius Jr, Rodrygo and Eder Militao are sad that he will be departing the Bernabeu, they “believe it is a good name to lead the five-time world champions”.
      Despite the bombshell report, The Athletic say Ancelotti has “not heard anything” from the Brazil FA amid continued links to national team.
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      Ancelotti’s entourage and coaching staff have denied the story and the Brazilian FA could even release a statement to deny the claim.
      The Italian’s only previous experience on the international stage as a coach came when he was assistant manager of Italy in the early 1990s.
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      Since then he has gone on to take charge of some of the biggest clubs in Europe after starting out at Reggiana and Parma.
      He has had spells at Juventus, Paris Saint-Germain, Bayern Munich, Napoli and Everton, in addition to Milan, Chelsea and Madrid.
      Brazil sacked manager Tite after they were eliminated from the World Cup on penalties by Croatia in the quarter final.
      Ancelotti was asked following the tournament about whether he would like to replace Tite but stated at the time that he had no plans to.
      The Brazil FA could be forced to deny claims Carlo Ancelotti will be their new managerCredit: Getty More

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      Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy slams his own club’s transfer spending that included £65m record fee for Ndombele

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      DANIEL LEVY has confessed Tottenham’s poor signings such as Tanguy Ndombele and Giovani Lo Celso are still hitting the club in the pocket.Spurs recorded a £50.1million loss for their financial results ending June 30, 2022.
      Daniel Levy slammed Tottenham’s recruitment of some big money starsCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Flop Tanguy Ndombele cost a club-record £65mCredit: Getty
      That was an improvement on the £83.8m loss from the year before, though the latest figures are from the first full season with fans back in the stadium after the pandemic.
      Ndombele was signed for a club-record £65m in 2019, with fellow midfielder Lo Celso arriving a year later for £55m.
      Both proved to be costly flops and, with Spurs unable to find buyers, are currently on loan at Napoli and Villarreal respectively, while £28m capture Sergio Reguilon has been farmed out to Atletico Madrid.
      Levy admitted the errors continue to harm the club financially but believes recruitment in recent windows, which has included splashing big money on the likes of Cristian Romero, Richarlison and most recently Pedro Porro, has been much improved.
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      In a statement on the club’s website, the Tottenham chairman wrote: “We have felt, and continue to feel, the financial impact of supporting player purchases which have not worked out as planned.
      “We have taken steps to improve this area of operations and we believe the recent transfer windows reflect this.”
      Amid fan groans of Spurs not spending enough, Levy pointed out that £500m has been invested into the first-team squad since the opening of the club’s new stadium in April 2019, “putting us in the top five of spending in the Premier League”.
      He said the goal remains to have Spurs being competitive while being financially sustainable in the long term.
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      That has been getting harder, he argued, over the last decade with the arrival of “increased sovereign wealth ownership” in the Premier League, following the mega-money takeovers of Manchester City and Newcastle.
      City are in the dock for breaching Financial Fair Play (FFP) rules and could even face expulsion from the Premier League as a result.
      Levy added: “It is understandable that some fans call for more spending, much of which is unsustainable for many clubs.
      “We are competing in a league in which we have seen increased sovereign wealth ownership and consortia finance.
      “And in a league where the spending power is now vested in the hands of a few who dominate and have the ability to distort the market.
      “We welcome the changes to the governance of the game which compel greater financial sustainability and financial fair play.”
      With fans returning, Spurs made £106.1m on match receipts for the results’ period – compared to a measly £1.9m from the year before when Covid-19 continued to deny supporters the chance to attend games.
      Uefa prize money was down on the year before though due to an embarrassing group-stage exit of the Europa Conference League compared to competing in the Europa League the prior season.
      Levy said “stricter control of our cost base, increased commercial and sponsorship revenues and consistent European qualification” would be key to continuing the club’s investment in the team. More

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      Man Utd, Chelsea and Tottenham in huge David Raya transfer boost as keeper rejects new Brentford deal

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      SPANISH star David Raya has revealed that he has rejected a contract extension at Brentford.The 27-year-old goalkeeper’s deal runs out in West London in June 2024 and his displays have attracted huge interest.

      Raya, who arrived at the Bees in 2019 and helped them to win promotion from the Championship two years later, is on the wishlists of Premier League rivals Tottenham, Manchester United and Chelsea.
      He is currently trying to help Brentford, who sit seventh in the top-flight ahead of Saturday’s trip to leaders Arsenal, qualify for Europe for the first time in their history.
      And he says that is his main focus at the moment despite entering the final 18 months of his deal.
      Raya, who previously played for Blackburn, told PA: “I don’t think it’s the right time to sign a contract at the moment.
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      “I’m really, really happy and right now I’m just thinking about doing the best for the team and trying to push for Europe.
      “I was offered a new contract last year and one in January but we didn’t reach an agreement. I would like to see what happens in summer, however I’m happy at Brentford.
      “For now a new contract is secondary, the most important thing is the team and the games. We’ll see where we are in May.
      “You never know what’s around the corner. There’s nothing I can say about what’s going to happen in the summer. I don’t even know what’s going to happen on Saturday.”
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      When quizzed about the reported clubs keen on him, Raya replied: “I’m not sure if it’s interest, people talking or my name being thrown around.
      “Brentford feels like home, when I came here three-and-a-half years ago it’s because I needed a new challenge.
      “It’s always going to be home – no matter what. I’m in one of the happiest times of my career. I’m a happy guy, you will never see me moaning. Football is my life, so I do what I love.
      “The manager has done a magnificent job with the team. He doesn’t want any egos.
      “He makes everybody part of the Brentford family. You want to play for him and do what he’s telling you to do. If you see the results, you can’t say no. He’s set a foundation of trust. Everyone trusts each other.” More

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      Chelsea reach agreement over Thiago Silva contract extension until 2024 with 38-year-old taking career into 22nd season

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      THIAGO SILVA and Chelsea have reportedly agreed terms on a new one-year contract.The legendary centre-back, 38, moved to Stamford Bridge from Paris Saint-Germain in 2020.
      Thiago Silva has reportedly agreed a one-year extension at ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Since then he has been the Blues’ top performer in defence and continues to be first-choice under new boss Graham Potter.
      Chelsea owner Todd Boehly launched a mega record eight-signing spending spree in January.
      And those arrivals include Benoit Badiashile, who has helped keep three-straight clean sheets since pairing up with the veteran Brazilian.
      With an array of new signings and Silva’s deal expiring in June, it remained to be seen whether he would be sticking around as Chelsea continue to focus on bringing in younger talents.
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      However, he did recently confirm that he wanted to stay and had opened talks on a new contract.
      Now transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has tweeted an update on the situation and claims that both the player and club have agreed terms on a 12-month extension.
      And he added that the former AC Milan star will ink the deal “soon” to officially confirm it.
      Romano tweeted: “Chelsea have now reached full verbal agreement with Thiago Silva on a new contract valid until June 2024, here we go!
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      “Draft of new deal being prepared— it’s all done and agreed verbally as Thiago has given the green light.
      “New contract to be signed soon.”
      Silva helped Chelsea to Champions League success during his first year at the club and followed that up the next season by lifting the Club World Cup and Uefa Super Cup.
      He represented Brazil at last year’s World Cup, playing four times, and has featured 24 times already this term for the Blues. More

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      Jordi Alba offers to take huge pay cut to help stricken Barcelona out with his contract having one-year left

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      BARCELONA star Jordi Alba has offered to take a PAY CUT in order to stay at the Nou Camp.The 33-year-old Spanish international left-back arrived at the Catalans in 2012 from Valencia.
      Mandatory Credit: Photo by Gongora/NurPhoto/Shutterstock (13755567bv) 18 Jordi Alba of FC Barcelona celebrates his goal during the La Liga match between FC Barcelona v Sevilla FC at Spotify Camp Nou Stadium in Barcelona, Spain, on February 5th, 2023. FC Barcelona Vs Sevilla FC – La Liga, Spain – 05 Feb 2023Credit: Rex
      Jordi Alba has offered to take a pay cut to stay at BarcelonaCredit: Alamy
      Since then he has played over 300 matches in the top-flight and won countless honours.
      He has five LaLiga titles, a Champions League, Club World Cup, five Copa del Reys and four Spanish super Cups on his CV.
      After previously spending time in Barcelona’s academy before heading to Cornella, this is Alba’s 18th season at Barcelona.
      However, he has found himself left on the bench for spells this term under boss and former team-mate Xavi.
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      The 2012 European Championship winner has now entered the final 18 months of his contract and speculation has been mounting that he looks set to depart the club this summer.
      However, not only has he declared that he intends to see out the full length of his deal – he has even told Marca that he would be willing to take a pay cut to remain there.
      Alba said: “I think I’m at a good level. It is true that I am not playing everything, but when I go out I try to do my best. And when I’m not playing I try to help all my teammates by supporting them from the bench.
      “It’s a new facet for me because normally I’ve been lucky enough to play a lot of minutes.
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      This year not so much, but I also have my minutes and I’m happy with this role.
      “It is important to help my colleagues, to be with them, to advise them, and this is also positive and motivates me.”
      When asked whether he would lower his salary, he replied: “Yes. It’s a club decision and I’ve always helped when asked.
      “My intention is to help the club and that both parties are happy.”
      Alba added: “I feel good, I feel capable and I have the support of the coach and team-mates.
      “When I go down the street people let me know. I feel good and the day I feel that I am not capable of defending a club like Barcelona, ​​I will be the first to leave.” More

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      Arsenal join Man Utd in Ansu Fati transfer race with Liverpool and Bayern Munich ‘informed’ of his Barcelona situation

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      ARSENAL have joined the race to sign Barcelona star Ansu Fati, according to reports. The Premier League leaders are working on ways to bolster their attack come the summer.
      Ansu Fati has seen most of his minutes this season come from the benchCredit: Rex
      Fati has six goal contributions in his limited minutes this season
      According to Fabrizio Romano, this has seen them set their sights on Fati.
      The 20-year-old is one of the most exciting talents in world football.
      However, a lack of minutes – other than those gained off the bench – have seen the Spaniard question whether he wants to stay at the club in the summer.
      The report suggests Barcelona want to keep him beyond the summer, but the second half of this season is pivotal in the decision.
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      The Gunners have joined Manchester United and Liverpool to try and sign him and are said to be “well informed” on the situation.
      Meanwhile, German giants Bayern Munich are interested but are not actively working on a deal.
      Barcelona’s aforementioned reluctance to sell up could see them refer any would-be buyers to Fati’s colossal €1billion (£898million) release clause.
      Fortunately for the interested parties, Barcelona need to considerably lower their wage bill under the orders of La Liga chief Javier Tebas.
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      Despite the pulling of a number of economic levers to facilitate transfers and contracts last summer, the club remain under huge financial pressure.
      This means they could allow the likes of Fati or Frenkie de Jong to leave in the summer to help shave off £177m from their wage bill. More

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      Tottenham ‘target shock transfer swoop for ex-Chelsea star Marc Guehi with Crystal Palace open to £45million sale’

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      TOTTENHAM are interested in signing Crystal Palace star Marc Guehi, according to reports.Spurs are keen to strengthen their defence and have several targets in mind ahead of the summer transfer window.
      Marc Guehi could cost around £45millionCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Antonio Conte tried to bring in Milan Skriniar and Alessandro Bastoni from Inter Milan last year.
      But with a deal for that pair likely to prove tricky Spurs have turned their attention to Guehi, report the Daily Mail.
      However Crystal Palace are reluctant to let the centre-back leave as he has been a key part of Patrick Vieira’s side in his 18 months at Selhurst Park.
      But the Eagles will reportedly sell the three-cap England star if they receive an offer in excess of £45million.
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      Tottenham may be prepared to meet that asking price and could reportedly raise funds by selling Davinson Sanchez.
      Clement Lenglet is also set to leave the club when his loan expires which means the North London outfit could sign two centre-backs when the transfer window opens.
      RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardiol is another player who has caught the eye – he impressed for Croatia at the World Cup.
      But again a transfer could prove almost impossible with Leipzig demanding £80m for Gvardiol last month amid interest from Chelsea, Manchester City and Real Madrid.
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      Meanwhile Skriniar has been stripped of the Inter captaincy amid news he has signed a pre-contract agreement with PSG, though that deal has not been officially confirmed by either club.
      Daniel Levy could focus his attention on Bastoni because of that, with Tottenham believed to have been considering a £43m January bid for the Italian. More