Chelsea Already Have List Prepared To Replace Mourinho

The Express is reporting that following their loss away at Stoke on Saturday, Chelsea are already preparing to negotiate with possible replacements for Mourinho.

It is thought that the Chelsea hierarchy already have a three-man shortlist in place that includes former managers Roberto Di Matteo and Gus Hiddink, as well as former Liverpool man Brendan Rodgers.

Chelsea's shocking form has seen them slip even closer to the relegation zone and time is clearly ticking for Mourinho.

The Express also claim that Carlo Ancelotti isn't interested as he doesn't want another short term job.

Chelsea Star Set For New Contract

The Sun are reporting that Chelsea winger Willian is set to be offered a new contract to try and keep him at Stamford Bridge.

Despite the Blues massively underperforming this season, Willian has consistently been one of their best players, something that hasn't gone unnoticed by some of Europe's elite.

It is thought that the contract could see Willian receive a significant wage increase, leading to him earning around £100,000 a week.

Man United Set To Clash With Arsenal Over Defender

The Metro are reporting that Manchester United want to beat Arsenal to the signing of Juventus defender Daniele Rugani. 

The 21-year-old played for Empoli last season but has only managed 2 minutes in a Juventus shirt this season.

Despite interest from the Gunners and Red Devils, Fiorentina and Sampdoria are also thought to be interested.

The defender is also an Italian under-21 international.

Chelsea Set To Pounce

The Daily Mirror are reporting that Chelsea are 'on alert' due to the belief that Atletico Madrid manager, Diego Simeone will quit the Spanish club in the Summer.


Sunday People Sport claims that should Jose Mourinho be unable to break this bad spell of form, Roman Abramovich would be extremely interested in acquiring the services of Simeone.

Simeone's contract with Atletico doesn't actually end until 2020 but after his fifth season in charge, it is thought he could seek a new challenge.

Liverpool 'Reach Agreement' For Striker

The Evening Standard are reporting that Liverpool have reached an agreement with Brazilian club Corinthians to bring Alexandre Pato to Anfield.

Club President Robero de Andrade, has claimed that the two clubs have reached an 'agreement in principle'.


Andrade reckons only 'a few missing details' need to be concluded before the move is completed.

Pato actually revealed that Manchester United made a move for him in the Summer transfer window.

Liverpool And Arsenal Face Competition From Serie A Side

TalkSport are reporting that Italian giants Napoli have stepped up their interest in Real Madrid forward Jese Rodriguez.

Arsenal and Liverpool were also thought to be interested in the 22-year-old Spaniard but it seems Napoli have emerged as favourites for his signature.

The club from Naples apparently scouted the Real Madrid forward in the week in the Champions League against PSG, with manager Mauirizio Sarri making Jese his priority in this January's transfer window.

Mourinho Handed Boost Ahead Of Stoke Clash

The Daily Mail are reporting that despite being handed a stadium ban, Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho will still be able to contact his backroom team during their clash with Stoke.

Mourinho will watch the match from the Chelsea team hotel and supposedly contact his backroom staff during the game to relay crucial information.

Mourinho was handed the ban for entering referee Jon Moss' room at halftime during their match at Upton Park against West Ham. This was apparently followed by Mourinho launching an expletive-laden rant at Moss.

This isn't the first time Mourinho has clashed with the FA as he was handed a £50,000 for claiming that referees were 'afraid' to give Chelsea penalties, after their fixture at home to Southampton on October 3rd.