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Real Madrid might be hoping for a chance as a result of Chelsea's effort to balance their budget in order to comply with financial fair play rules.
Reece James might be considering leaving Stamford Bridge, but Chelsea has struggled this season and may be looking to unload players to guarantee they meet financial fair play standards.
In the ten months since Todd Boehly took over ownership from Roman Abramovich, the Blues have made significant financial investments.
Profitable signings included Enzo Fernandez, Wesley Fofana, Mykhailo Mudryk, Marc Cucurella, Raheem Sterling, Benoit Badiashile, Kalidou Koulibaly, Noni Madueke, and Malo Gusto.
MADRID CONSIDER A SURPRISE TRANSFER FOR CHELSEA'S JAMES
According to AS, Real Madrid is preparing a surprise move to sign Chelsea full-back Reece James as the Blues prepare a clean-out.
Any move involving James, 23, who has a term with the Blues through 2028, would be challenging, but Los Blancos are allegedly hoping Chelsea's desire to balance the books will be to their advantage.
Thibaut Courtois and Eden Hazard were previously acquired by Madrid from Chelsea, though under different circumstances and with shorter remaining contracts for each player.
Jude Bellingham, a midfielder for Borussia Dortmund, is still Real's top target, according to AS.
ROUND-UP
Declan Rice, a midfielder for West Ham, is reportedly being prioritized for transfer by Arsenal, according to The Evening Standard. Rice is anticipated to depart the Hammers at the conclusion of current campaign, with reports suggesting that Chelsea, Manchester City, and Manchester United are also interested.
- According to the Manchester Evening News, Manchester United is keeping an eye on Rasmus Hojlund of Atalanta and Randal Kolo Muani of Eintracht Frankfurt in case their attempts to sign Harry Kane of Tottenham fail.
Sofyan Amrabat, a midfielder for Fiorentina, reportedly wants to transfer to Barcelona, according to Footmercato. During the most recent transfer window, the Blaugrana were interested in the Moroccan.
- According to 90min, Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain have made opening offers for 16-year-old Hajduk Split defender Luka Vuskovic.
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, who has recently been linked to PSG, is reportedly due to sign a new five-year contract with Napoli, according to Footmercato.
According to El Chiringuito, Manchester City is considering a move for former Spain manager Luis Enrique amid rumors that Pep Guardiola may decide to take a break at the end of the current campaign.
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