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Frenkie de Jong teases a Barcelona transfer exit as Chelsea is given the opportunity to finalize a £65 million deal.
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The Dutchman’s unconvincing assessment of Frenkie de Jong’s future at Barcelona has led to continued speculation that the player will move to the Premier League.
Frenkie de Jong has hinted that he might leave Barcelona during the summer transfer window. The Dutch midfielder spent the 2022–23 season at Camp Nou despite being heavily linked to a move to the Premier League last year.
football.London reported that Chelsea liked the idea of acquiring De Jong and that they were even confident in doing so last summer. The Netherlands international made the decision to remain despite a disagreement over his contract with the Catalan team, and he has since been a key contributor to the team’s recent success.
The 26-year-old’s contract with Barcelona runs through 2026, but many players could be sold this summer as a result of the club’s persistent financial problems. Before the El Clasico in March, De Jong reaffirmed his desire to stay at Barcelona for “many years” in an interview with TV3.
“Hopefully, I’ll get to play in the brand-new Camp Nou. I’ve always considered Barcelona to be my dream team, and I intend to stay here for a very long time,” he said.
The Camp Nou, in my opinion, is the world’s most beautiful stadium. The stadium’s plans are excellent.
“To remain here for a very long time. The team of my dreams is Barca. It’s very challenging to describe what it feels like to play in a Clasico.
“When I was younger, I used to dream of doing it with Barca, and now I can. The outcome of this game, which could determine a league, is crucial for both the players and the fans. “.
In light of the upcoming summer transfer window, De Jong has now presented a new perspective on his future with an unconvincing argument. I feel good at Barça, as I always do, said the 26-year-old midfielder.
I’ll be staying at Barcelona for the upcoming season, if everything goes according to plan. I assume I’ll be at Barcelona the following year, though you can never be 100% sure in football. “.
As Mateo Kovacic, Conor Gallagher, and N’Golo Kante’s futures are uncertain, Mauricio Pochettino is believed to be interested in adding two or three new central midfielders to his Stamford Bridge squad. Their departures could significantly lower the wage bill and lead to the Blues renewing their interest in De Jong, though it is unclear whether he will be open to moving this summer.
Last summer, Manchester United and Barcelona reached a £65 million agreement for De Jong’s transfer, but the player opted to stay at the Camp Nou and not discuss personal terms.
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In an ironic duel, Pochettino takes on Chelsea women’s manager Emma Hayes, who is in charge of the England team. However, it was Pochettino’s lineup that caught the most attention, as fans were already quick to analyze his style.
With former England and Manchester United goalkeeper Ben Foster in net, Wrexham’s new star has a pretty solid defense ahead of him. Heather O’Reilly starts with Sam Claflin, Roberto Carlos and Mo Gilligan in defense.
Noah Beck is in midfield alongside Patrice Evra, Maise Adam and Usain Bolt, while Francesco Totti and Hernan Crespo complete the squad.
While it’s still a bit early to make too many decisions about Pochettino’s tactical choices at Chelsea, his decision to seemingly go for a 4-4-2 in his England debut is something that’s already puzzled fans.
The team he will face was chosen by Stormzy and Hayes. The starting XI for England consists of: David James; Gary Neville, Gary Cahill, Bugzy Malone, Tom Hiddleston; Joel Corry, Jill Scott, Jack Wilshere; Tom Grennan, Liam Payne, Jermain Defoe.
Pochettino not only wants to put on a great show for fans watching and play for a great cause by raising money for UNICEF, but he will soon decide to field a completely different team in a different environment.
He will be tasked with selling up to 15 players this summer in a bid to massively whittle down his bloated roster ahead of pre-season and next month’s US tour.
Chelsea are also on the hunt for big-name signings in key areas of the squad, including goal, midfield and attack.
It’s a tall order for Pochettino, but he’ll be happy to take it on, having enjoyed similar success in a similar position at Tottenham almost a decade ago.
Chelsea are hoping that he can not only achieve this, but in Soccer Aid they can gain potential comedic confidence.
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Chelsea face another busy summer transfer window, with Mauricio Pochettino officially taking over as manager in July
Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino is looking to sign a new striker, central midfielder and goalkeeper in the summer transfer window, according to football.
london. However, due to the size of their inflated roster, the Blues need to focus on developing the current squad members.
There are expected to be many departures from Stamford Bridge this summer, with the likes of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Mateo Kovacic, Conor Gallagher, Hakim Ziyech, Christian Pulisic and Ruben Loftus-Cheek facing an uncertain future.
N’Golo Kante is set to be the first start after agreeing a deal with Saudi club Al-Ittihad after his contract at Chelsea expired.
Mason Mount is another player who could leave the club, with Manchester United leading the race to sign the 24-year-old, football.
london reveals. Pochettino could be forced into more signings than expected, although the Blues recently pulled out of negotiations for a deal to bring Sporting CP midfielder Manuel Ugarte to the club.
Chelsea must also assess the future of Romelu Lukaku, who will return to Stamford Bridge this summer after his loan deal with Inter Milan expires.
The Italian squad played against Manchester City in the UEFA Champions league and were defeated 1:0. Meeting between the Blues and Inter is reportedly scheduled to discuss Lukaku’s future later this month.
The Belgian striker is believed to be keen to stay at San Siro next season – either on another loan or a permanent transfer.
Chelsea could consider using Lukaku in negotiations over some of Inter’s star players of interest to Pochettino – Andre Onana, Nicolo Barella and Lautaro Martinez have been linked with moves to west London.
All of that will likely be discussed when the two clubs meet this month – while Trevoh Chalobah and Loftus-Cheek could also feature in a potential swap deal for some Inter players.
Pochettino has already secured the signing of Ecuadorian talent Kendry Paez – but the youngster won’t join Chelsea until 2025 when he turns 18.
football.london understands the Blues are pushing for Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo but face competition from London rivals Arsenal.
Chelsea hope that once the Champions League final is over and Inter’s season is over, they can kick off their summer transfer business and try to meet Pochettino’s demands with the new arrivals.
Latest reports from Italy suggest the Blues have already agreed personal terms with Onana but Inter have set a £50million price tag for their goalkeeper.
Meanwhile, Barella has been in discussions internally with Chelsea that they should need more than two central midfield signings this summer given the amount of spending they could lose in that position.
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