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      Chelsea ‘reach agreement with Juventus for transfer of Denis Zakaria’ with boss Tuchel desperate for midfield cover

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      CHELSEA have reportedly reached an agreement with Juventus to sign Denis Zakaria on loan.The Athletic claims the Switzerland midfielder, 25, is undergoing a medical in Turin after the Blues made a late move on deadline day.
      Denis Zakaria is nearing a loan move to Chelsea from JuventusCredit: Rex
      Thomas Tuchel has been desperate to land an anchorman after Chelsea’s dire start to the season.
      And Zakaria is now expected to join the Blues on loan, with his wages being covered entirely.
      Chelsea will then have the option to sign Zakaria for £30million next summer on a five-year contract.
      Chelsea started the morning targeting a £43m deal for Ajax ace Edson Alvarez.
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      The Mexico star refused to train on Thursday as he pushed for a transfer.
      But Ajax sensationally blocked a deal, having already surrendered Antony to Manchester United this week.
      Reports claim Chelsea also made an enquiry for PSV Eindhoven’s Ibrahim Sangare, a target earlier this season.
      However, Zakaria is the midfielder making his way to Stamford Bridge tonight.
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      The former Borussia Monchengladbach ace only joined Juventus in January.
      He played 13 times last term and had featured twice in the new campaign under Max Allegri.
      But the arrivals of Paul Pogba and Leandro Paredes threatened to block Zakaria’s path to the first team.
      And he will now be hoping for more minutes under Tuchel in London.
      Chelsea are also looking to round off deadline day with a £12m move for Barcelona striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
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      Marcos Alonso is expected to go in the opposite direction.
      And the Blues are also set to bid farewell to Billy Gilmour as he closes in on a £9m Brighton switch. More

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      Frenkie de Jong saga finally over with Man Utd and Chelsea snubbed by Barcelona midfielder who ‘never wavered’ on choice

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      THE Frenkie de Jong transfer saga is finally over – with the Barcelona midfielder staying put. The Dutchman, 25, was a high priority on the transfer wish lists for Manchester United and Chelsea throughout the summer.
      Frenkie de Jong will be staying put at Barcelona after a transfer sagaCredit: Getty
      Barcelona were open to selling the ex-Ajax man with a fee of around £73million agreed with the Red Devils and a £350,000-a-week contract on the table.
      However, De Jong snubbed United because he did not want to sign for the Europa League club while Chelsea, despite being able to offer Champions League football, were also unable to secure a deal.
      As reported by Fabrizio Romano, De Jong “never changed his mind” on his desire to stay at the Nou Camp.
      The 44-cap Netherlands international joined Barca in 2019 for £65m and expressed his delight at playing for his dream club.
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      However, the LaLiga giants – who already owe him millions in deferred wages – slapped him with an ultimatum to either leave or take a major pay cut.
      But despite the financial problems, Barcelona and De Jong appear to have repaired the damage to the relationship.
      The star, under contract until 2026, has featured in all three league games so far this season – albeit starting just once.
      Barca face Bayern Munich, Inter Milan and Viktoria Plzen in a brutal Champions League group.
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      After it became clear he would miss out on De Jong, new Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag turned his attention to Barca’s rival Real Madrid and splashed up to £70m on Casemiro to bolster his midfield instead.
      Christian Eriksen has also arrived at Old Trafford and Chelsea signed Carney Chukwuemeka.
      Ross Barkley was released while Billy Gilmour is poised for a £9m transfer to Brighton, leaving Thomas Tuchel short on midfield options.
      But reports suggest Denis Zakaria is having a medical in Turin over a loan move from Juventus. More

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      Fulham confirm loan deal for PSG left-back Layvin Kurzawa who’s secretly watched every Cottagers game this season

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      FULHAM have confirmed a stunning loan deal for Paris Saint-Germain star Layvin Kurzawa.And the French left-back admits he’s been left impressed after secretly watching every Cottagers game this season.
      PSG left-back Layvin Kurzawa has joined Fulham on loanCredit: Rex
      Kurzawa, 29, arrives in west London as a replacement for Joe Bryan after his move to OGC Nice.
      The 13-time France international brings a wealth of experience to newly-promoted Fulham after spending seven years in Paris.
      Kurzawa’s time at PSG saw him win numerous trophies including four Ligue 1 titles and three French Cups.
      And he will now battle Antonee Robinson for a spot in Marco Silva’s starting XI.
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      Kurzawa admits he can’t wait to get going at Craven Cottage.
      That’s because he was already keeping a close eye on Fulham’s impressive start to the season from across the Channel.
      Kurzawa declared: “I feel very, very happy to be here. It’s a family here, everyone is very cool.
      “I’ve watched every Fulham game this season and I can’t wait to play with this team.”
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      Tony Khan, Fulham’s sporting director, said: “I’m thrilled that we’ve been able to add Layvin Kurzawa to our squad.
      “As we work to build on our good start to the season, adding a player of his talent and his experience against top competition will complement our team well.
      “Layvin is excited to be part of Marco’s squad and to play for Fulham.”
      The Cottagers have also confirmed a deal for winger Willian.
      The Brazilian returns to England after starring at Chelsea and Arsenal.
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      Willian had been training with Fulham after leaving Corinthians.
      And he has now linked up with Silva’s squad on a free transfer. More

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      Man Utd fans slam ‘horrendous’ James Garner transfer sale to Everton as it is revealed they have no buy-back clause

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have slammed the “horrendous” decision to sell James Garner to Everton with NO buy-back clause. The 21-year-old is on the brink of leaving Old Trafford after 13 years in a transfer to Merseyside.
      James Garner looks set to complete a permanent transfer to EvertonCredit: Getty
      It is reported United will get an initial £9million for the Englishman – with a possible £6.5m in add-ons.
      But supporters hit out at the club amid suggestions there is no option to bring the talented midfielder back should he succeed at Goodison.
      They were unanimous in their fury at letting the exciting young talent go for good despite his age and potential.
      Kongti said: “Selling James Garner to Everton for just £9million with no buy-back clause!! United are c**p at doing business.”
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      Idris added: “This club is a disgrace, Glazers have sold Garner with no buy back for dividends. #GlazersOut”
      Mahir commented: “No buy-back clause for Garner and sold at the worst price possible.”
      Adi wrote: “Again @ManUtd made a mistake not including a buy-back clause on James Garner deal. Dumb board can’t learn from the mistake again and again.”
      Bharat replied: “Selling Garner without a buy back is foolishness.”
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      And Kurtis typed: “No buy-back option for Jimmy Garner is horrendous business, the lad is a baller!”
      Garner – born on Merseyside – joined the Red Devils at U8s way back in 2009.
      He progressed through the academy, transitioning from centre-back to central midfield.
      The rising star has just two substitute Premier League appearances for United totalling ten minutes of action.
      He spent the first half of the 2020-21 season on loan at Watford before impressing for a year and a half at Nottingham Forest, helping them to promotion back into the Premier League.
      The England U21 international was an unused sub in the defeats against Brighton and Brentford at the beginning of this term under Erik ten Hag but now looks set to move on under Frank Lampard. More

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      Joao Pedro breaks silence on Watford future after talks with board following Everton and Newcastle transfer bids

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      JOAO PEDRO has lifted the lid on his Watford future after receiving offers from Newcastle and Everton this month.The versatile striker, 20, was a target for both sides this summer after the Hornets were relegated last season.
      Joao Pedro is staying at Watford following bids from Newcastle and EvertonCredit: Getty
      Newcastle made the first move with a £17.5million offer, which was promptly rejected.
      Eddie Howe then returned with an improved £25m bid, but that too was snubbed by Watford.
      Everton also had a £30m offer turned down as the Hornets demanded at least £35m.
      But Pedro now says he is staying put at Vicarage Road to help Watford win promotion back to the top flight.
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      He declared on social media: “I’m very happy here. I love being at Watford and I want to do more with them.
      “I spoke to the Board yesterday and I am fully committed to the club and looking forward to a successful season.
      “Let’s go Hornets.”
      Pedro has been at Watford since January 2020 after agreeing a move 18 months earlier from Fluminense.
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      The speedy attacker has 15 goals in 80 games for the Hornets, including two this term.
      As for Newcastle and Everton, both have already moved on in the transfer market.
      The Magpies eventually splashed a club-record £63m on Real Sociedad’s Alexander Isak.
      And the Toffees landed Neal Maupay from Brighton for £15m. More

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      Chelsea ‘fail in Rafael Leao transfer bid after offering £69m plus players’ as AC Milan demand £130m release clause fee

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      CHELSEA have reportedly failed in their pursuit of AC Milan star Rafael Leao.The 23-year-old winger is considered one of the hottest talents in Serie A after helping the Rossoneri to the title last season.
      Chelsea are claimed to have failed in their pursuit of Rafael LeaoCredit: Getty
      His stunning form in 2021-22, which saw him score 14 goals and provide 12 assists in 42 games, led to interest from Chelsea.
      The Blues offered £69million for his services in recent talks with the Italian club, according to Sunday Times journalist Duncan Castles.
      The Serie A side are also claimed to have rejected Chelsea’s proposal to include players in exchange for Leao.
      AC technical director Paulo Maldini is believed to have blocked the club from selling their prized asset.
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      The legendary Italian defender is holding out for Leao’s £130m release clause.
      Talks between the two clubs are thought to have been ongoing.
      But the Blues have failed in their latest bid for the winger, and a move before tonight’s 11pm deadline now looks unlikely.
      New owner Todd Boehly has already splashed out over £250m on Wesley Fofana, Raheem Sterling, Kalidou Koulibaly, Carney Chukwuemeka, Gabriel Slonina and Marc Cucurella.
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      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is also set to join from Barcelona before tonight’s 11pm deadline for another £12m, with Marcos Alonso set to go the other way.
      Elsewhere Ajax midfielder Edson Alvarez has gone on strike in a bid to push through a £43m move to Stamford Bridge.
      So while the Blues are set to be active in the transfer market right up until the deadline, Boehly appears to have failed in his pursuit of Leao. More

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      Kenedy finally set to leave Chelsea on permanent transfer after seven years as he closes in on Real Valladolid move

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      CHELSEA star Kenedy is on the verge of leaving the club on a permanent basis to sign for Real Valladolid, according to reports.The Brazilian has been spotted by Spanish outlet Marca arriving in Valladolid ahead of his transfer.
      Kenedy was training with the Chelsea first-team in pre-seasonCredit: Getty
      They claim that a deal has been agreed between Chelsea and the LaLiga side but personal terms still need to be agreed.
      Fran Sanchez, their sporting director, was reportedly in London recently to help secure the transfer.
      It will mean Kenedy’s long-term stay at Chelsea is over, he has been on their books for seven years after arriving for a fee of £6.3million from Fluminense.
      The 26-year-old made just 30 appearances for the Blues during that period scoring three goals.
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      He has spent most of his time away on loan having spells at Watford and Newcastle.
      The player is capable of playing at left-back or on the left-wing and already has LaLiga experience having been loaned out to Getafe and Granada previously.
      In total he has gone on loan five times – last season he was back in his homeland playing for Flamengo.
      Real Valladolid are one of the newly promoted side’s in Spain’s top flight and in their most recent game they were hammered by Barcelona 4-0.
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      The club’s majority owner is footballing legend Ronaldo.
      Kenedy is not the only player leaving Stamford Bridge today with Dujon Sterling set to join Stoke on a short-term deal.
      Meanwhile, Marcos Alonso could be set to join Barcelona as part of the transfer that brings Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang to Chelsea. More

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      Memphis Depay emerges as shock Chelsea transfer target after Man Utd links with Barcelona ready to rip up contract

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      MEMPHIS DEPAY has emerged as a shock transfer target for Chelsea, according to reports. The forward is ready to be let go by Barcelona if a deal can be struck in the next few hours.
      Chelsea could be in for a shock move for Memphis Depay from BarcelonaCredit: AP
      As reported by Fabrizio Romano, the Blues have emerged as late contenders to land the Dutch star.
      And Barca will rip up his contract and allow him to leave for free if personal terms can be agreed with Chelsea.
      Depay, 28, is surplus to requirements at the Nou Camp following the arrivals of Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha this summer.
      And with the club in financial ruin, getting Depay off the wage bill would be a welcome boost.
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      Depay scored 12 goals in 28 LaLiga games in his first season but has been an unused sub in all three matches so far this term.
      However, there are just a few hours to go until the 11pm deadline.
      It is said Depay – linked with a free transfer to Juventus or even a shock return to Manchester United earlier in the window – put in a request to leave the club on Wednesday.
      However, Barcelona will only sanction the termination of his contract if he can strike a deal with Chelsea in time as Thomas Tuchel looks to bolster his attack.
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      But Romano adds there are no advanced talks taking place at this stage.
      Chelsea’s primary focus is securing Depay’s Barcelona team-mate Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
      It is understood a £12million fee plus Marcos Alonso is in place to land the former Arsenal captain on a two-year deal with an option of a third.
      Aubameyang will land in London around 5pm to complete the final details of his Stamford Bridge switch, just seven months after being shipped out by Mikel Arteta at the Emirates. More