Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid would be interested in signing Olivier Giroud to upgrade Diego Costa, as Chelsea did in 2018.
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Steve Bruce is reportedly hatching two January deals in the form of Fikayo Tomori and Hamza Choudhury to bolster his Newcastle side.
The magpies have endured a meteoric season that sees them avoiding the relegation fight a lot.
Naturally, Bruce is willing to load his this month, but he has to do it with limited funds. This saw him target Chelsea central defender Tomori.
The defender shone in the early part of last season, but has since fallen through the pecking order at Stamford Bridge, especially since the arrival of Thiago Silva.
The 23-year-old, who won his first international game for England last season, has controlled just 44 league minutes this season.
Newcastle are reportedly hoping to get him on loan for the remainder of the season.
Frank Lampard has promised never to leave Stamford Bridge and admits that he has taken the pressure of spending two hundred million pounds, according to reports.
Chelsea midfielder icon saw his team revel in a slight drop in form towards the end of 2020 with two losses in his last three games in December.
However, Blues’ boss insists on the demands of his role.
Lampard told reporters: “I like the pressure. If I hadn’t appreciated it, I wouldn’t have gotten over it, or I would have passed it at the earliest opportunity, and it will never happen to be something I would do. “
“The first user to put pressure on me is me. I do this all the time, for better or worse.
“I take it. I don’t care. That’s who I am. Maybe my wife will tell you how I react to a greater effort than I am. But I don’t kick the dog!”
Chelsea took the opportunity to post a video about Eden Hazard’s double against Manchester City in 2017 before the clubs met at Stamford Bridge later.
Les Bleus won 2-1 on April 5, 2017 and they will be looking forward to more tonight.
Pep Guardiola is convinced that Frank Lampard is on his way to becoming a legend as a coach.
Like the hero of the Manchester City manager: Carlo Ancelotti.
Lamps collides with Pep, who spent almost £ 230 million to restart Chelsea for a name challenge.
Instead, they are under pressure after 3 losses in December that will see City overcome their suffering aspect with a win today.
However, Guardiola sees Lampard as a true Blueblood and says: “He is a wonderful coach. And he’s a high-level, high-level guy like Carlo Ancelotti, who is a legend to me.
“He is one of the other people that I appreciate the most, Frank is an incredible person. It’s great to be concerned about a great person.
Manchester City had a positive Covid check returned, bringing the total number at the club to EIGHT.
Fulham’s midday game at Burnley has already been postponed, but City’s game at Chelsea will continue.
Boss Pep Guardiola and his team were tested yesterday, with effects expected this morning.
City’s new case emerged from testing on Friday and he is a player on the elite progression team.
A club spokesperson said: “Manchester City’s Covid-19 bubble was tested on Friday and a result came here as positive from a player outside the first team.
“The player has not had contact with the first team for more than ten days. Everyone at City continues to wish a speedy recovery to all of our colleagues who remain remote after their tests.
“I read a few things about how other people can get it.
“Some other people are asymptomatic, however it has definitely had some consequences for having it. We hope he copes with that.
“I have full confidence in him and we have to give him this time. I know I had to work a bit.
“Kai is another of me, but back at Covid, we have to give him time to do this work. I am very happy to take on this challenge with him. “
Frank Lampard subsidized Kai Havertz to eventually hand him over to Chelsea and blamed his poor form of contracting the coronavirus.
The German has struggled since his transfer of 89 million pounds from Bayer Leverkusen at the end of last season.
He fell ill with Covid-19 in November and still seems to be feeling the effects.
But his boss jumped to his defense in the Blues’ clash with Manchester City on Sunday.
Lampard said: “While Kai was in the process of getting along with the Premier League, he had a smart performance, they gave him Covid.
“And he had Covid severely. People are starting to open up about it now.
Frank Lampard has said that he will keep up with Chelsea for as long as possible.
And the Blues boss admits he has taken on the strain of his assignment, which saw the club spend £ 200 million on his tenure last summer.
Lampard told reporters: “The first user to put pressure on me is me. I do this all the time, for better or for worse. I take it. It worries me. That’s how I am. “
Meanwhile, the Blues are contemplating moving AC Milan goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma despite adding Edouard Mendy to their ranks last year.
The 21-year-old Italian is expected to be without a contract at the end of the season.
And Chelsea has been linked to a blow from Strasbourg defender Mohamed Simakan.
Sport10 claims the club has been in touch with the Ligue 1 aspect for a move imaginable for the star valued at £ 13. 5 million.
The ace from Strasbourg has been targeted by AC Milan, Burnley, Tottenham and West Ham.
And TalkSport’s Tony Cascarino believes Declan Rice may be offering Chelsea more security in the midfield.
The former Blues ace believes his former team deserves a move for the West Ham star.
Chelsea have reportedly contacted Strasbourg to ask Mohamed Simakan.
Sport10 claims the Blues have contacted the French club after a hit to the player valued at £ 13. 5 million.
The defender has been a normal starter for the Ligue 1 team, with 17 appearances this season.
Frank Lampard is believed to be considering Simakan as a long-term replacement for Thiago Silva, 36.
The Ligue 1 star has been targeted by AC Milan, Burnley, Tottenham and West Ham.
Tony Cascarino believes that Declan Rice could provide Chelsea with more security in the midfield.
Frank Lampard is believed to like the West Ham player.
But the Blues blunderer has reportedly been unable to make a move after spending £ 200 million this summer.
Chelsea is believed to have a significant offer to buy Rice, valued at around £ 80 million.
Cascarino told TalkSport, “Declan Rice can help people.
“I learned this early in my career, one of the greatest skills you can have is to do the undeniable things well and if you can you will be a great player. “
Real Madrid are said to be ahead of Chelsea in the race to sign Bundesliga star David Alaba.
The Austrian finisher is expected to be out of contract with Bayern Munich at the end of the season, after failing to reach an agreement with the club.
Chelsea are among Prem’s teams that are said to be willing to move for the player.
However, Marca claims that Madrid has signed a four-year deal for £ 8. 9 million a year to tempt the Munich star.
Chelsea have reportedly made contact with AC Milan forward Gianluigi Donnaruma despite the addition of Edouard Mendy to their ranks last summer.
Mendy began his career with the Blues, keeping ten blanks in 17 Premier League and Champions League games.
However, there are rumors that Chelsea could be ready to launch a wonderful move for Donnauma, as the 21-year-old is out of a contract at the end of this season.
Juventus and Inter are also believed to be in the race to pinpoint the Italian goalkeeper.
Olivier Giroud has reportedly fed new hypotheses about his long career in the Chelsea jersey.
The French star, who was recently targeted by West Ham, has made just six starts in all competitions this quarter.
And the Blues frontman has been closely tied to a Stamford Bridge outing this month.
Giroud told Sky Sports: “I’m the happiest guy when I’m on the field.
“We’ll see what happens in the next few months, but I just need to keep my power high. When I’m on the court, I just try to be part of the team.
“In fact, I need the most productive for this team and in fact we have a wonderful opportunity to win anything at Chelsea with this wonderful team. I’m just going to continue like this and look to move on. “
Jermaine Jenas believes Chelsea are tied with Manchester United and Tottenham when it comes to the club taking Liverpool’s name away.
The former Spurs ace believes his former team still has a thing for the Blues.
Chelsea is enough to tie Tottenham on issues if they beat Manchester City on Sunday.
Jenas told BT Sport: “He’s there for a lot of teams to be honest. Just a few weeks or a month ago we were doing a test at Manchester United and Ole’s paintings on the line for this game opposite Everton. “
“It has changed the rules of the game where they are co-leaders in the Premier League.
“The scenario here at Tottenham is the same. They had a little challenge. Chelsea had a little challenge and now the brands will be with Frank, can they get out of it?”
Frank Lampard believes his players can simply give Manchester City an intellectual touch to Stamford Bridge.
The Blues, who have been through some as possible name contenders, have nevertheless been beaten in 3 of their last five games, adding a wonderful loss to Arsenal.
And lately they’re sixth on the table and tied for 26 numbers with City and Aston Villa.
Before the City crash, Lampard said, “It’s vital because it’s a game we have to win, as opposed to very clever opposition.
“Being there with them even shapeless in the latest games is an advantage and a chance to win a game in front of a competitor.
“We come from some games in which we were not more productive and we lost some points. It is for us mentally, as we have to start winning matches regularly. The city will be difficult to cope with Array “”
Frank Lampard believes that Timo Werner has the quality to hurt Manchester City on his way to Stamford Bridge tomorrow.
He said: “We found low-block groups that were opposed to us in the last era that didn’t break down well enough when we were actually earlier in the season, so there are little changes to that.
“Timo’s attributes can be very harsh in the counterattack, however, there are many things we want in the game opposite Manchester City on and off the ball.
“It’s still a massive weapon in this domain, and I think it’s also going to be a massive weapon opposite the low blocks.
“It’s not that I can’t play against it, it’s sharp and can finish, so it’s up to us to put the ball in the right areas. “
Frank Lampard subsidized Timo Werner to start scoring Chelsea goals.
The German has scored in eight Premier League games, but his coach says his paint speed will soon see him well.
Speaking before Chelsea’s match against Man City, Lampard said: “All players are going through difficult times in the face of a purpose and I’ve found that running on the education court is the only way to replace that.
“It’s an undeniable job, repetition of finishes, what Timo does now, and when you paint like that, it’s a matter of time.
“His herbal attributes will put him in front of the goal, take him away from defenders and give him opportunities again. The good thing is that he has had occasions because that is a positive point.
“If your confidence is low because you are missing a pair, it is herbal only and it is my job to help push you in a positive direction. I feel like the goals will come. “
Chelsea will host Manchester City on Sunday after winning one of their last six matches in all competitions.
The Blues in December in the name conversation, however, their poor form caused them to slide to sixth place, below Aston Villa.
Frank Lampard’s look can be reincarnated with a victory that raises morale over Man City at Stamford Bridge.
This assembly last season saw Blues Liverpool win the title, with a close 2–1 victory over stars Pep Guardiola.
Currently tied in trouble with the under-performance City, Chelsea can make a desperate victory this time to prevent their team.
Fulham’s game opposite Burnley was postponed after new cases of coronavirus were shown on Scott Parker’s team.
The Cottagers were unable to face Tottenham the previous week due to a coronavirus outbreak at the club.
Fulham was due to return to action at Turf Moor on Sunday, with the start scheduled for noon, but the adjustment was canceled after the last batch of tests revealed more positive results.
One Fulham player said: ‘Following the additional positive effects of the most recent Covid-19 tests, the club can verify that Sunday’s adjustment at Burnley was postponed after discussions with the Premier League and medical team advice.
“Those who have tried isolate themselves according to the rules of the British government and the Premier League.
“The well-being of our players, staff and their families remains of paramount importance, and we wish those who tested positive for an early recovery.
Chelsea used Instagram to remind Blues enthusiasts of N’Golo Kante’s Manchester City rocket in 2018.
The two groups will meet at Stamford Bridge and West Londoners enthusiasts will expect more of the same from their midfield master.
One of the Spurs said: “We are incredibly disappointed and strongly condemn this symbol that appears some of our players with their circle of family and friends in combination at Christmas. . .
“Especially since we know the sacrifices made by everyone across the country to stay safe during the holiday season.
“The rules are clear, there are no exceptions and we remind all our players and collaborators of the newest protocols and their day-to-day work to sign up and set an example.
“The factor will be treated internally”.
West Ham issued its own statement, stating: “The Club has set the highest criteria imaginable with its protocols and measures relating to covid-19, so we are disappointed to be informed of Manuel Lanzini’s movements.
“The factor was taken care of internally and Manuel strongly recalled his responsibilities. “
Four Premier League stars have been convicted through their clubs after giving the impression that they are breaking Covid’s government guidelines.
Argentine Giovani Lo Celso hosted the birthday party attended by Tottenham teammates Sergio Reguilon, Erik Lamela and West Ham ace Manuel Lanzini.
A photo first posted on social media shows the quartet and their families at a Christmas birthday party inside: they live at point four in London.
The symbol was reportedly uploaded to Instagram through one of the members of the family circle: the account was temporarily made private.
The party in question may have taken place last month, with Lanzini posting a photo of himself in a small band on his own Instagram wishing his enthusiasts a merry Christmas on December 25.
In total, it is believed that there were 18 other people who provided: the 4 players, 11 other adults and 3 children.
Premier League clubs are expected to miss David Alaba, while Real Madrid are close to signing him.
The 28-year-old Austrian superstar is expected to leave Bayern Munich for a while when his contract expires this summer.
According to Marca, Real Madrid will close the deal with Alaba as soon as possible.
The La Liga giants have presented him with a four-year contract for about nine million pounds a year.
Madrid is “about” to sign Alaba despite the interest of Chelsea and Manchester United.
Alaba also revealed that he was an Arsenal fan in the afterlife who saw the Gunners connected with a move.
Chelsea have posted a mocking video of the moment they beat Manchester City 6-0 before the clash between the two groups tomorrow.
Frank Lampard’s men face the town of Pep Guardiola on Stamford Bridge and Manchester’s men might not need to see the images before the game.
Goals from Joe Cole, Michael Essien, Didier Drogba, Salomon Kalou and Andriy Shevchenko gave West Londoners a hard-hitting victory in 2007-08.
Frank Lampard has suggested his team to the bull through the horns and beat Manchester City’s impressive opponent at Stamford Bridge tomorrow.
Both groups are tied with 26 problems with the Blues versus the difference in purpose, and Lampard said, “This is a game we have to win in the face of opposition.
“They’ll be there or there, so being there with them, even with our recent fit streak in the last few games, is an advantage and a chance to win a game against a competitor.
“It’s because we got here after some games where we weren’t at our most productive time and lost some points.
“Fortunately, we had a long undefeated streak before that, so the league ranking doesn’t look so bad, we’re very close to the 4 most sensible positions.
“It’s for us mentally because we have to start winning games regularly. “
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