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[David Ornstein] Julian Alvarez progress has resulted in Atletico Madrid softening stance on Samu Omorodion sale + Chelsea working on deal to sign 20yo striker for ~€40m. Independent of Lukaku / Osimhen talks between #CFC & Napoli - expected to continue
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[Nizaar Kinsella] 🚨Conor Gallagher is set to fly to Spain tomorrow as his move to Atletico Madrid closes in. Deal worth around £33million after a bid was accepted by Chelsea last week.
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[Ben Jacobs] Maresca on Enzo Fernandez as vice-captain after he took the armband from Reece James in multiple games. "He's one of the important players. Honest, I think when we changed Reece he gave the 'bracelet' to Enzo this shows how Enzo is respected inside the squad. I think it's quite clear.”
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[Kieran Gill] Malo Gusto, Christopher Nkunku and Benoit Badiashile all suffered cramp vs Club America, so no drama. Enzo Maresca also tells me Nicolas Jackson and Moises Caicedo are close to returning
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12 goals conceded in five pre-season games. There's a lack of pressure on the ball while playing a high line. Similar to the Celtic game. Perhaps a combination of lack of fitness and not knowing the system well enough.
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Family member passed recently - found this hidden away after the burial - any ideas on the signatures?
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Fabrizio Romano: 🚨⚪️🔴 More on Conor Gallagher and Atlético Madrid. Two PL clubs tried to enter the race but Gallagher considered two options: sign new two-year deal at Chelsea or join Atlético. Proposal accepted tonight on contract valid until June 2029, waiting for formal steps later today.
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Enzo Maresca on Gallagher: “The only thing I can say is he is in contact with the club to find a solution. The club offered him a new contract. I am focused on here." "The main focus for Conor, for me the club is to find a solution. When we find a solution everyone is happy."
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[Fabrizio Romano]🚨🔵 Atlético Madrid are set to accept Chelsea proposal for Samu Omorodion, worth around £35m package. Omorodion’s camp, discussing contract terms with Chelsea. ↪️🔴⚪️ Atléti will ONLY give green light to Samu-Chelsea when they get Julián Álvarez deal done with City/agent.
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[Fabrizio Romano] Understand Atlético Madrid held positive talks with Conor Gallagher today! Chelsea and Atlético are working to get his green light, all parties confident but there are still some details to clarify. Chelsea would get €40m fee and they hope to get it done soon. ⏳🏴
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