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      Chelsea confirm new signing David Datro Fofana and reveal he’s signed bumper SEVEN-YEAR contract after £10.5m transfer

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      CHELSEA have completed the £10.5million transfer of David Datro Fofana from Molde.And the Ivorian’s contract lasts until 2029 with the option of a further 12 months.
      David Datro Fofana has signed his contract with Chelsea until at least 2029Credit: Getty
      The Ivorian striker joined from Molde for £10.5mCredit: Getty
      The Blues announced the transfer at the end of December after agreeing the deal with the Norwegian side.
      But now it is all done and Fofana has signed on the dotted line and posed for the customary photos.
      The striker, 20, said:  “Hello dear fans, I’m here.
      “I’ve arrived well and I’m very happy to sign for the club of my dreams.
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      “I’ll see you soon on the pitch, cheers!”
      Fofana – whose namesake Wesley signed for Chelsea last summer – has been enjoying a prolific season in Norway, scoring 17 goals in 29 appearances in all competitions.
      He joined Molde from Ivorian academy AFAD in February 2021, quickly becoming a star man for his new club.
      Fofana scored 24 goals and assisted a further ten in 65 total outings for the Norwegian top-flight outfit.
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      Molde have a rich pedigree of producing world class strikers, having previously boasted both Erling Haaland and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer among their ranks.
      Fofana primarily plays up front, but has filled in on the right wing on occasion.

      Despite his youth, he has already earned two senior caps for Ivory Coast.
      Chelsea have a rich pedigree of Ivorian stars, with Didier Drogba arguably their greatest-ever forward.
      Fofana is Graham Potter’s second Chelsea signing.
      Monaco defender Benoit Badiashile joined the Blues on Thursday in a £35m deal.
      Fofana made a name for himself in the Norwegian top flightCredit: Getty More

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      Arsenal open to signing BOTH Mudryk and Felix this month but Gunners face tricky talks over both transfer deals

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      ARSENAL are reportedly open to signing both Mykhailo Mudryk and Joao Felix this month.The Gunners currently sit five points clear at the top of the Premier League table.
      Arsenal are still pushing to sign MudrykCredit: Getty
      The Gunners also want to sign Felix before deadline dayCredit: Getty
      Mikel Arteta is eager to bolster his squad in the hope of continuing the title charge.
      The Arsenal boss is claimed to be prioritising signing a new winger and a new midfielder.
      And according to The Daily Mail, he wants to sign both Mudryk and Felix.
      The Gunners have been pushing to sign Mudryk since last summer, but they are yet to strike an agreement with Shakhtar Donetsk.
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      Shakhtar chiefs have made it clear that they will not accept anything less than £85million for their star man, while Arsenal are currently only willing to offer around £66m.
      Arsenal have already had two bids for Mudryk rejected, with the latest understood to be worth £62m.
      But they now face more pressure to get the deal done as Chelsea have expressed a strong interest in signing the Ukrainian winger.
      Blues boss Todd Boehly has made it clear that he is more than willing to meet Shakhtar’s asking price as long as Mudryk confirms his desire to switch to Stamford Bridge.
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      However, the 22-year-old is understood to be eager to join Arsenal instead.
      While the Gunners remain in talks with Shakhtar Donetsk over a deal for Mudryk, they are now stepping up their pursuit of Atletico Madrid ace Felix.
      The attacking midfielder, 23, recently admitted that he wants to LEAVE the Metropolitano Stadium.
      And he is now attempting to force a move away from Spain.
      Atletico are willing to let him leave on loan until the end of the season, but only if a £16m fee is agreed.
      Arsenal have reportedly held talks with the La Liga giants this week to try and lower the loan fee.
      Felix joined Atletico Madrid in a huge £113m transfer three-and-a-half years ago.
      He has scored 34 goals in 130 games for the Spanish side. More

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      Eden Hazard ‘in transfer talks to join Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr’ and end Real Madrid nightmare with move to Saudi

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      EDEN HAZARD could be set to join Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr, according to reports.The Belgian forward, 32, has endured a torrid three and a half years at Real Madrid, playing just 73 times and scoring seven goals.
      Eden Hazard has struggled ever since arriving at the BernabeuCredit: Getty
      Cristiano Ronaldo is set to make is Al-Nassr debut later this monthCredit: AFP
      Last month, the former Chelsea man retired from international football following Belgium’s shock group-stage exit at the World Cup in Qatar.
      And according to Foot Mercato, his club career in Europe could be set to come to an end.
      The report states that Ronaldo’s new side, Al-Nassr, are interested in bringing him to Saudi Arabia.
      Manager Rudi Garcia previously worked with Hazard for four years at Lille.
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      And the Al-Nassr boss is said to have already made contract with Hazard to discuss the move.
      They certainly have the funds to bring the Los Blancos man to the Middle East after showing their lucrative wealth by handing Ronaldo, 37, a £173million-a-year deal.
      The move may also be of interest to Real Madrid as Hazard will enter the final year of his contract this summer.
      The Spanish champions will be keen to scrape back some of the £130m they paid for him before his deal runs out.
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      Meanwhile, Hazard is not the only European player Al-Nassr reportedly have their eye on.
      The Belgian’s ex-Chelsea team-mate N’Golo Kante, 31, has been linked with a move.
      And so has Ronaldo’s former Real Madrid colleague Sergio Ramos, 36, – who currently plays for Paris Saint-Germain.
      Meanwhile, Ronaldo is expected to make his debut against Ettifaq on January 22 after serving a two-match ban.
      Al-Nassr are keen for him to ignore the ban and play against Al-Shabab next weekend.
      But in order to do this they will need to sort out the issue of exceeding the Saudi league’s quota for foreign players – a problem which currently means they cannot register Ronaldo.
      The club will have to either sell or sack one of their foreigners before the Portuguese star is able to play. More

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      Chelsea and Tottenham dealt Josko Gvardiol transfer blow after Croatia defender names ‘dream club’ in Premier League

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      CHELSEA have been handed a major transfer blow after Jasko Gvardiol revealed his “dream club” in the Premier League.And it is bad news for Tottenham and Manchester City, too.
      Josko Gvardiol revealed the Premier League team he would love to play forCredit: Getty
      The Croatian defender was already on the wishlists of plenty of English clubs thanks to his stellar rise at RB Leipzig.
      However, his stock soared even higher thanks to his standout performances for Croatia at the World Cup.
      Gvardiol, 20, was arguably the best defender at Qatar 2022.
      As a result, a number of top clubs are weighing up bids for the young centre-back.
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      Chelsea had a bid rejected in the summer but plan to go back in for Gvardiol at the end of the season – that is despite just spending £35million on Benoit Badiashile.
      Tottenham are also interested while City boss Pep Guardiola is said to be keen to bring the ex-Dinamo Zagreb ace to the Etihad.
      However, it is Jurgen Klopp who may be in pole position should he want to snap up the centre-half this summer before a reported £112m release clause kicks in.
      That is because Gvardiol – born in 2002 – admitted he grew up supporting Liverpool.
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      The 19-cap international told RTL Danas: “My dream club? That would definitely be Liverpool.
      “Since I was little, I watched a lot of their matches with my dad.
      “We covered every season in detail. It is a club that has remained in my heart.”
      Liverpool could be in the market for a new defender with Joel Matip, Ibrahima Konate and even Virgil van Dijk both struggling to find their top form.
      The Dutch giant is currently out for at least a month and faces a race to be fit to face Real Madrid in their Champions League showdown. More

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      David Beckham reacts to son Romeo, 20, joining Brentford on loan from Inter Miami until the end of the season

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      DAVID BECKHAM has praised his son Romeo after he signed for Brentford B on loan until the end of the season.Right midfielder Romeo, 20, has been with his dad’s MLS side Inter Miami since 2021.
      Romeo Beckham posed with David outside Brentford’s performance centreCredit: Instagram @romeobeckham
      Romeo will be hoping to impress in Brentford’s reserve teamCredit: Instagram @romeobeckham
      He has made 20 appearances for the American outfit’s second side – who play in the third tier – scoring two goals.
      But now he has agreed a short-term loan spell with Brentford’s reserve team until the end of the campaign.
      Following the announcement on Friday, David shared an image on Instagram of him and Romeo holding up a Brentford shirt in front of the club’s performance centre.
      And the Man Utd legend then added the caption: “Exciting start to the year ❤️. Now the hard work and fun begins.
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      “Proud of you mate @romeobeckham.”
      Romeo first trained with the Bees’ B side in October and has been working with the club regularly since the end of the 2022 MLS Next Pro campaign.
      Speaking to Brentford’s official website after signing, he said: “I’m very proud and very happy to be here.
      “I came here at the start to keep fit during the off-season. The chance then came to come on loan here and I’ve never been so excited.
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      “It was a fun season [in the USA] and there were a lot of ups and downs but I’m excited to come here and see what I can do.”
      Romeo scored two goals and provided 10 assists as he helped Inter Miami II to sixth in the MLS Next Pro Eastern Conference last season.
      Brentford B head coach Neil MacFarlane said: “We’ve been absolutely delighted with Romeo since he arrived with us.
      “He came to us from Inter Miami with the aim of working with us during their close season. Romeo has applied himself unbelievably well, he’s really bought into the culture and the group which he has become a big part of.
      “I love his standards and the way he conducts himself on and off the pitch.
      “He’s been able to get fitter and fitter during his time with us and it leaves him in a good place to now step forward having joined us on loan.
      “He is very technical, and he is somebody who can shift the ball quickly and cross.
      “He is also a really good finisher and he has the ability to play a number of positions for us, which is also pleasing.
      “I think it’s testament to us as a club, and as a B team, that Inter Miami have asked us to work with him and [put] trust in us to continue working with him to help him with his development.”
      Romeo was once on Arsenal’s books alongside brothers Brooklyn and Cruz but was released in 2014.
      After a five year absence, Romeo returned to his footballing roots and in 2021 signed for his dad’s MLS side.
      Meanwhile Romeo’s brother Brooklyn, 23, gave up from playing altogether after being released by the Gunners aged 16.
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      He told Variety that he stopped playing after realising it would be “difficult” to live up to his dad.
      David, 47, who played 115 times for England, “wasn’t sad” to see budding chef Brooklyn quit as he wanted his son “to be happy”. More

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      Jude Bellingham to Real Madrid transfer hits snag after boss Carlo Ancelotti goes public with view on signing him

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      REAL MADRID’S pursuit of Jude Bellingham is in doubt as manager Carlo Ancelotti claims he is happy with his current midfield.The Borussia Dortmund star, 19, has been heavily linked with joining the Spanish champions in the summer.
      Jude Bellingham is one of the most sought-after stars in European footballCredit: PA
      Recent reports have suggested Real Madrid are the frontrunners to sign the England international ahead of Premier League giants Man City, Liverpool, Man Utd and Chelsea.
      However, Ancelotti has insisted he is more than content with his existing midfield options.
      Los Blancos boast a plethora of talent in the middle of the park including Luka Modric, Aurelien Tchouameni, Eduardo Camavinga, Dani Ceballos, Fede Valverde.
      Toni Kroos is also still a part of the squad, although he will retire at the end of the season.
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      But the strength in depth in Ancelotti’s side has led to him dismissing a move for Bellingham.
      Speaking ahead of Real’s game with Villarreal on Saturday, he said: “Bellingham has shown at the World Cup that he is a great midfielder, but so have others.
      “Enzo Fernandez has played very well. Gavi and Pedri as well.
      “Bellingham is one of those very good midfielders, but I’ll stick with the ones we have.”
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      Ancelotti’s comments will be a boost to the host of English clubs chasing Bellingham’s signature.
      The latest reports are that Liverpool are becoming concerned by his price tag given Chelsea are attempting to sign Enzo Fernandez for more than £100million.
      Should the Blues complete a deal for the Argentine, 21, it would almost certainly inflate the Dortmund teenager’s value.
      Bellingham has contributed 19 goals and 21 assists in 112 appearances since arriving in the Bundesliga in 2020.
      He also shone for England at the World Cup, continuing to state his case as one of the best midfielders in the world.
      Dortmund currently sit sixth in the German top flight, nine points adrift of leaders Bayern Munich.
      They have qualified for the last-16 of the Champions League – where they will face Chelsea. More

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      Ex-Chelsea star Ola Aina wanted by Leeds in January transfer as full-back impresses at Torino as contract runs down

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      LEEDS are reportedly chasing former Chelsea defender Ola Aina following his impressive spell at Torino.The 26-year-old right wingback left England in 2019 after playing just six times for the Blues.
      Ola Aina has been a regular for Torino since arriving in 2019Credit: Getty
      But in two-and-a-half seasons for Serie A side Torino he has already racked up more than 100 appearances for the club.
      He also returned to the Premier League for the 2020/21 campaign after joining Fulham on loan, playing 31 games in the top flight as the Cottagers were relegated.
      However, his difficult periods in west London do not appear to have deterred Jesse Marsch as Leeds focus on his consistent displays in Italy.
      Aina’s current contract with Torino is due to expire in the summer.
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      And according to Tuttosport, a third stint in England looks to be on the cards after talks stalled over a new deal.
      Leeds attempted to sign him last summer but Aina opted to stay in Serie A.
      Now, though, he could be forced out of the door in the January window as Torino bid to cash in on him before his deal runs out.
      Aina, who has been capped 17 times by Nigeria, is currently out with a thigh injury and expected back towards the end of the month.
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      West Ham and Crystal Palace are also thought to be interested in him.
      But Leeds are keen for defensive reinforcements having conceded 31 goals in 17 Premier League games.
      Marsch’s men sit 14th in the table, without a win in four league matches. More

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      Memphis Depay ‘wants Man Utd transfer’ but Barcelona will demand a fee despite striker’s contract ending in summer

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      MEMPHIS DEPAY reportedly wants to make a stunning return to Manchester United on a free transfer this month.But current club Barcelona will allegedly demand a fee despite his contract expiring in the summer.
      Depay would like to return to Man UtdCredit: Getty
      The Dutchman spent two years of his career at Old Trafford, joining from PSV Eindhoven in 2015.
      But after scoring just seven times in 56 appearances, Depay was sold to French outfit Lyon.
      That’s where the versatile attacker would go on to make a name for himself in one of Europe’s top-five leagues, scoring 76 and assisting 55 in 178 games.
      Such form then earned him a free transfer move to Barca in the summer of 2021 on a two-year deal.
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      But in a season and a half, the 28-year-old has scored 14 in 42, and could be heading for the exit door at Nou Camp.
      According to Sport, old club Man Utd is where Depay would like to go this month.
      However, Barca would like to collect a fee for the player DESPITE his contract expiring in the summer.
      Man Utd are also only keen on exploring the loan market, or players with minimal fees attached.
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      The Old Trafford club are in the market for an attacker following the spectacular departure of Cristiano Ronaldo.
      The two clubs will also meet in the Europa League round of 32 next month.
      And Barca are reluctant to strength a rival team. More