Chelsea and Liverpool linked with La Liga midfielder - but where should he go?

The future of Xabi Alonso has grown uncertain over the last few weeks. The Spaniard has gone from a first team player under Jose Mourinho last term to a crocked, fringe player in the Spanish capital and whisper continue to gain momentum as to whether Carlo Ancelotti sees him as a key figure in the squad. Taking all that into consideration, the Daily Star are reporting that Los Blancos are unlikely to extend his contract at the club when it runs out at the end of the season. But where will he end up if he does leave?

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Chelsea Reportedly Reach Agreement With Barcelona For Valdes - Statistics

This summer saw Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois join Atletico Madrid for a second consecutive season as Petr Cech refuses to be dislodged from the Stamford Bridge sticks. However, as the 21-year-old learns his trade in La Liga, it was expected that he would return next season and command his place as number one. But French sources are now reporting that Chelsea have reached an agreement for Barclelona goalkeeper Victor Valdes, who will leave Camp Nou in the summer.

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Why Chelsea Need To Reject £15m Real Madrid Advances For Midfielder

The rebirth of Jose Mourinho at Chelsea has taken a few bumps of late. The Special threw a paddy in a press conference and stormed out over a simple question and fans have been critical with some of his team selections. However, a major positive this season has been the continued fine form of Brazlian midfielder Ramires. The Metro, however, are throwing cold water over the Blues' hopes as they report that Real Madrid will throw a £15m offer at the club in January.

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There's More To Come From Chelsea's Willian

A stunning goal on your league debut is one of the best ways to win over your new fans, something which Willian obviously realised as he entered the pitch for Chelsea at Carrow Road.

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Why Chelsea Should Get Rid Of Striker Who Has Won Just 42% Of His Headers

Jose Mourinho has come under some scrutiny since he returned as Chelsea boss. From his team selections to his tactics, the Special One was the Stressy One when he stormed out of a press conference recently after being questioned on his player selection.

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3 Reasons Juan Mata Should Turn Down €40m PSG Advances And Stay At Chelsea

Reports in Portugal are suggesting that French money bags Paris Saint-Germain are ready to offer €40m for the services of Juan Mata. Here are three reason why the Spaniard should reject the advances and stay at Chelsea.

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Arsenal and Chelsea Ready To Fight Over Bundesliga Ace With 86% Pass Accuracy - Statistics

There have been numerous transfer dealings between Arsenal and Chelsea in the past. The likes of Ashley Cole, William Gallas and Nicolas Anelka have all played for both, but they are now set to go to battle, according to the Daily Star, for Bundesliga starlet Julian Draxler. But just how good is he?

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Oscar - Chelsea's new 'number 10'

The first player of my series where I talk about attacking midfielders is based on Oscar - Chelsea's new 'number 10' according to Jose Mourinho, which has obviously come as a shock to Chelsea fans because they expected Juan Mata to keep his place especially after the season he had.

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Colombian could be the answer to Premier League teams problems

With a host of teams in the Premier League looking for a new striker as an alternative for their current options, I think I have identified a candidate to suit all comers.

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3 Reasons Manchester United Should Swoop For Playmaker Who Made 95 Chances Last Season

This season has been dominated by Premier League managers. Whether it has been David Moyes' poor start at Manchester United or Arsene Wenger's rise from the flames with Arsenal, people have been picking apart the gaffers. Especially Jose Mourinho, whose decision to leave Juan Mata out of his early squads has left people seething. But here are three reasons Manchester United should take advantage of the Spaniards current position and make a bid in January.

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10 Reasons Chelsea Can Win The Premier League This Season

A lot has been said about Chelsea and their manager this week, but I still think they have what it takes to win the Premier League. Here are 10 factors that I back my argument up with.

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Arsenal and Chelsea could fight over La Liga striker with 4 goals in 9 games - the statistics

I am not alone when it comes to my thoughts on Jose Mourinho and his decision to let Romelu Lukaku join Everton for the season. The big Belgium international had the ball in the net four times in the first half in the Toffees' win over Newcaslte on Monday night, although two of them were ruled out, while Chelsea are left with Fernando Torres, Samuel Eto'o and Demba Ba up top. However, Mourinho seems to have realised that he needs a natural goal-scorer to add steel to the Blues' title push, and The Daily Star are suggesting that man is Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema.

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3 Reasons Andre Schurrle Is Perfect For Chelsea

Football is a game of opinions. Spectators' views vary from one seat to another, but that's why we love it. Imagine if everyone thought that Tom Cleverley was overrated. Oh... Well, during my trip to Tottenham last week I overheard a conversation in the away concourse between three fellow Chelsea fans, slagging off Andre Schurrle. Being a fan of the German, I politely corrected them in a few assumptions that they made and made a few of my own, to which they quickly changed the subject with no comeback. Here are three reasons why the 22-year-old is a perfect fit for the Blues.

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Petr Cech vs Thibaut Courtois - A Statistical Comparison Of The Chelsea Goalkeepers

Chelsea's Petr Cech has been viewed as one of the best shot-stoppers in world football over the last few years, and rightly so. Since arriving in west London back in 2006, the big Czech Republic international has played over 400 games for the Blues and been a huge part of their success. But with one of the most exciting number 2s - or 3s depending on how you look at it - in European football, Chelsea have a decision to make between the sticks from next season.

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Chelsea Looking At £7m Defender - Player Report

Jose Mourinho appeared to reach boiling point in his recent press conference after storming out as a result of his frustration with the questions. However, the Blues sit just four points behind leaders Arsenal in the Premier League at present and will carry on ploughing away at their fixture list. To do so successfully, they may need to start planning who is and who isn't in the plans of the Portuguese manager.

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