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      Chelsea reach ‘full verbal agreement’ for Andrey Santos with £17.5m Vasco star set to be Blues second January transfer

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      CHELSEA have agreed to sign Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos in a £17.5million transfer from Vasco da Gama, according to reports.Santos, 18, has been scouted by the likes of Manchester City, Newcastle and Barcelona this year, making him one of the most sought-after teenagers in world football.
      Chelsea are on the verge of signing SantosCredit: Alamy
      He is widely regarded as one of Brazil’s most promising young stars with eight goals in 37 club appearances already to his name.
      And according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, he is now destined for Stamford Bridge.
      Romano claims that Chelsea and Vasco have come to a verbal agreement, with Santos set to swap Rio de Janeiro for west London in a £17.5m transfer next month.
      Personal terms have also been agreed.
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      Santos is set to become Chelsea’s second winter signing, with a deal for David Datro Fofana already in place.
      The 20-year-old forward has reportedly agreed to join the Blues in a £10.5m transfer from Norwegian side Molde.
      Santos and Fofana will become the latest young stars to don the Blue shirt when they link up with the Chelsea squad next month.
      The Blues have signed a host of young stars including Carney Chukwuemeka, Cesare Casadei, Gabriel Slonina and Omari Hutchinson since Todd Boehly took the helm in May.
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      Manager Graham Potter is also eager to reunite with Brighton star Moises Caicedo.
      However, the Seagulls have “no intention” of selling the midfielder and don’t feel any pressure to cash in. More

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      Brentford eyeing up January transfer for striker as replacement if Ivan Toney hit with ban after FA betting charges

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      BRENTFORD are lining up a striker swoop in the January transfer window, reports claim.The Bees are thought to be exploring their options in case Ivan Toney is handed a lengthy ban.
      Brentford are reportedly exploring the possibility of signing a striker in JanuaryCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Toney, 27, was originally charged by the FA with 232 alleged breaches of betting rules in November, followed by a further 30 alleged breaches earlier this week.
      Brentford are scouring the market for strikers in January in case Toney is banned, according to Sky Sports.
      However, options midway through the season for an immediate replacement are thought to be limited.
      The Bees are reportedly targeting a player with proven Premier League experience to come and score goals straight away.
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      Sky say a loan move could also be an option.
      Director of football Phil Giles and technical director Lee Dykes are said to be working on potential targets ahead of the window opening.
      Other than Toney, boss Thomas Frank also has Bryan Mbeumo, Yoane Wissa and Keane Lewis-Potter as attacking options, although none of them are out and out strikers.
      Toney has scored 10 goals in 14 Prem games this season.
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      He is cooperating with the FA’s investigation and is required to respond to the latest charges by January 4th.
      Brentford return to Prem action against Tottenham on Boxing Day.
      The Bees then travel to West Ham four days later, before kicking off 2023 with a home tie with Liverpool.
      Frank’s side are currently 10th in the table after Toney scored twice in a stunning 2-1 win at Manchester City in the final game before the World Cup. More

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      Barcelona consider selling Raphinha with Brazil star ‘failing to live up to his Leeds standard’ following £55m transfer

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      BARCELONA will consider selling Raphinha if his form does not improve before the end of the season, according to reports.The 26-year-old joined the Catalan giants from Leeds in the summer in a deal worth a huge £55million.
      Raphinha has struggled to settle since arriving at the Nou CampCredit: Getty
      But he has failed to hit the ground running in Spain, managing just two goals and four assists in 18 appearances.
      He then went to the World Cup with Brazil and did not register any goal contributions in five matches as Tite’s men were knocked out in the quarter-finals by Croatia.
      According to Sport, it is now imperative he turns his form around at the Nou Camp before the summer.
      If he does not, it is believed Barcelona will assess his situation at the end of the campaign.
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      Manager Xavi and the rest of his backroom stuff are thought to be getting “impatient” with the South American as they “expect much more from him”.
      Ousmane Dembele has made the right flank position his own ahead of Raphinha.
      And there is a danger Ansu Fati could also leapfrog the ex-Leeds playmaker if his performances do not improve.
      Raphinha snubbed Arsenal and Chelsea in order to secure his “dream” move to Barcelona.
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      Speaking after putting pen to paper, he said: “All my idols played and made history here so it’s a huge honour and I can’t thank Barca enough for giving me the chance to wear this jersey.
      “I hope I can achieve half of what my idols accomplished here.
      “It’s a dream come true for me and my family. I’m going to do my best to help this club win (trophies).”
      Barcelona will resume LaLiga action in a local derby at home to Espanyol on December 31.
      They currently sit two points above Real Madrid at the top of the table having won all six of their league games before the World Cup break.
      But they exited the Champions League in the group stage for the second season running after picking up just seven points from six matches. More

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      Man Utd handed Frenkie de Jong transfer blow as Barcelona chief Laporta says ‘I’ve never wanted to sell him’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been dealt another blow in their pursuit of Frenkie de Jong, with Barcelona president Joan Laporta insistent that he does not want to sell the midfielder.The Red Devils were heavily linked with a swoop for De Jong throughout the summer transfer window, but a move never came to fruition.
      De Jong has been linked with a move to Man UtdCredit: Reuters
      Laporta has insisted that he has no intention to sell the DutchmanCredit: AP
      Manager Erik ten Hag was desperate to reunite with the former Ajax star and he even prepared an offer of at least £70million in an attempt to sign him from Barcelona.
      However, Barca chief Laporta has now revealed that he never wanted to sell De Jong in the first place.
      In an interview with Barca TV, he said: “I’ve never wanted to sell Frenkie de Jong. He has to be a pillar of the team.”
      Earlier this year, De Jong confirmed his desire to remain in Spain.
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      He told The Guardian: “I’m very happy I’m at Barcelona: from a young age I’ve wanted to be here, so in that way it has been a dream come true.
      “But I would have liked to win more trophies than we did in my first two years. I expected more in that sense, let’s put it that way.
      “But other than that, I’m very happy here and hopefully [will be here] for many more years.”
      However, he recently informed Ten Hag that he would be “happy” to join Man Utd.
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      After missing out on signing De Jong during the summer transfer window, the Red Devils added Casemiro and Christian Eriksen to their midfield ranks.
      Tyrell Malacia, Lisandro Martinez and Antony also made the switch to Old Trafford, but Ten Hag is looking to make a few more additions come January.
      United are reportedly interested in signing World Cup winner Enzo Fernandez from Benfica, but they will have to fork out over £105m for his services.
      Another name on the transfer radar is PSV winger Cody Gakpo, who has been priced at around £50m.
      PSV manager and former Man Utd striker Ruud van Nistelrooy is determined to to keep the Dutchman in Eindhoven until the summer, but he recently admitted that it will be difficult.
      He said: “If I have the choice, I prefer the summer, but it can also be now, you know there comes a time when you can’t say no.
      “It is wonderful how he has showcased himself.
      “I enjoyed watching him (at the World Cup), he deserves this because of how he has behaved, how he has continued to work and perform.
      “I was able to help him from very close by and that makes me proud. I’ll give him his path when it comes.” More

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      Chelsea make first January transfer signing as David Datro Fofana joins for £10.5m from Molde as he undergoes medical

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      CHELSEA have reportedly kicked off their January transfer business with the £10.5million signing of Molde forward David Datro Fofana.The 20-year-old, who made his international debut for the Ivory Coast in 2019, is set to undergo a medical in London on Thursday.
      David Datro Fofana has impressed while playing for Norwegian side MoldeCredit: Getty
      He enjoyed a sensational 2022 with the Norwegian outfit, scoring 22 goals in 39 appearances.
      Fofana was one of Molde’s key players as they completed a league-cup double and has now been snatched by Graham Potter before the official start of the window.
      Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has confirmed a deal has been reached between Chelsea and the player.
      He tweeted: “David Datro Fofana to Chelsea, done deal and here we go!
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      “There’s full agreement between all parties, deal sealed.
      “Been told medical tests will take place today in London, on his birthday.
      “Born in 2002, Ivorian striker will join Chelsea from Molde for €12m fee.”
      Chelsea spent more than £250m in the summer as the likes of Raheem Sterling, Kalidou Koulibaly, Wesley Fofana, Marc Cucurella, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Carney Chukwuemeka arrived at Stamford Bridge.
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      Yet despite a blockbuster window, Thomas Tuchel was sacked just weeks later following a poor run of results.
      Potter succeeded the German and began with a nine-match unbeaten run.
      But four defeats in a row before the World Cup break piled pressure on the ex-Brighton head coach.

      Chelsea resume their domestic campaign when they host Bournemouth in the Premier League on December 27.
      That’s followed by a trip to Nottingham Forest and a home game against champions Manchester City. More

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      Arsenal prepared to wait and steal Youri Tielemans on free transfer but risk losing Leicester midfielder to rivals

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      ARSENAL will attempt to sign Youri Tielemans on a free transfer when his Leicester contract expires in June, according to reports.The Gunners were heavily linked with a swoop for the Belgian midfielder throughout the summer transfer window.
      Arsenal want to sign Youri Tielemans on a free transfer next summerCredit: Getty
      But, Mikel Arteta and sporting director Edu were reluctant to pay Leicester’s £30million asking price.
      Arsenal are still understood to be interested in tempting the Foxes ace to the Emirates, but according to Football.London they will wait until his current contract runs down.
      Tielemans will become a free agent when his contract expires at the end of June unless he is sold for a cut-price fee during the January transfer window.
      He could also have the opportunity to agree a pre-contract deal with a European club from next month, putting Arsenal’s plans to sign him at risk.
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      The Gunners will be able to begin negotiations with Tielemans after the final game of the Premier League season.
      Leicester are already preparing for the midfielder’s departure with a number of potential replacements lined up.
      The Foxes have previously been linked with a move for out-of-favour Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek.
      And they have also expressed an interest in signing Moroccan midfielder Azzedine Ounahi from Angers.
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      Leicester are understood to be willing to pay up to £39.5m for the World Cup superstar.
      The Foxes are expected to attempt to sign him next month with Angers open to the prospect of a deal.
      However, the French side will want to keep him on loan until the end of the 2022-23 season. More

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      Tottenham interested in ex-Man City forgotten man Pedro Porro with Sporting Lisbon star wanted in new full-back transfer

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      TOTTENHAM are interested in signing Pedro Porro, according to reports.Spurs faced the former Manchester City right wing-back in the Champions League earlier this season and were impressed by what they saw.
      Pedro Porro has impressed for Sporting LisbonCredit: Getty
      Porro, 23, started both group matches against Antonio Conte’s side – including a 2-0 win over them in September.
      According to AS, Tottenham will make a move to sign the Spaniard in January.
      Porro, who was on Man City’s books between 2019 and earlier this year without ever playing for them, has a release clause of around £40million – but Spurs want to pay less to secure his services.
      A fee between £22m and £26m has been mooted, although Sporting are reluctant to sell mid-season.
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      Ruben Amorim’s side will play Europa League football in the second half of the campaign, while they face a battle to qualify for next season’s Champions League.
      But Spurs may test their resolve, as they battle to prove to Conte that they can match his spending desires in the transfer market.
      The North Londoners have reportedly offered the Italian a £1m a year pay rise to extend his contract beyond the end of the season.
      But Conte is in no rush to sign, until he sees that his wishes can be fulfilled.
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      Pedro Porro chases Spurs defender Ben DaviesCredit: Getty
      Tottenham are likely to be active in the January market, and could sign two players.
      They are believed to covet a defender and a creative midfielder.
      Emerson Royal has started the vast majority of their matches this term at right wing-back, although has underwhelmed with his performances.
      Matt Doherty has started just three Prem games, all while Emerson was suspended, while summer signing Djed Spence has made just four brief substitute appearances in all competitions.
      In the midfield department, Spurs could go after Brighton’s Argentina star Alexis Mac Allister.
      The Lilywhites are claimed to be one of a trio chasing his services, along with Arsenal and Atletico Madrid.
      Spurs return to domestic action on Boxing Day, when they travel to Brentford.
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      Newcastle looking to snap up Ivan Fresneda in January transfer but only want to pay half Real Valladolid’s asking price

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      NEWCASTLE are hoping to sign Ivan Fresneda from Real Valladolid but the fee they may have to pay is double what the Magpies value him at, according to reports.The 18-year-old is seen as a top prospect and a number of clubs are monitoring him.
      Ivan Fresneda has impressed in LaLigaCredit: Getty
      Fresneda has a contract at the Spanish side until 2025, however his deal includes a £26million release clause.
      Newcastle are “serious” about signing him, claim Radio Marca Valladolid.
      But the Premier League side value him between £8million and £13million.
      The Toon are interested in signing the right-back in January, then loaning him back to the club owned by Brazilian legend Ronaldo.
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      It is unclear if this is something Real Valladolid would accept.
      The club have admitted they could sell players but want to keep their squad as it is as they look to stay in the top-flight.
      Arsenal are reportedly tracking Fresneda too.
      He has played for the first-team on seven occasions this season and only nine times in his career overall.
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      Although he has impressed in the youth team and for Spain’s Under-19 side.
      As a kid, Fresneda was on the books of Real Madrid, but he left in 2018.

      He is not the only player Newcastle are interested from Real Valladolid, having also been reportedly looking at 22-year-old winger Gonzalo Plata.
      The Ecuadorian played in all three matches for his country at the World Cup. More