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But I don't get why Mourinho would want Willian. He's best when playing right behind the striker. I mean, we have players like Hazard, Mata and Oscar who enjoys playing in that role. Only explanation is that Mou wants Mata permanently on the right wing, and wants to strengthen the #10 role with another class player. But I think if Chelsea and Mou wants to reinforce the offensive midfield it should be with a right wing player. And why not di María, now when Bale is joining Real Madrid... I think Mourinho will buy at least two more players. A striker and a central midfielder or a right wing midfielder (left footed).

If there's any truth in this, probably Moses to leave then. Why even speculate about Mata...

Chelsea have contacted Eto'o, according to tomorrows edition of Gazzetta dello Sport.

Spanish Mundo Deportivo reporting about Mourinho being interested in Etoo. Not so reliable, I would say. BUT it's a very interesting transfer move. Etoo's still a quality striker. And if Chelsea don't get Rooney...why not? I know, I'm just dreaming at the moment, but imagine if we had Etoo, Lukaku and Rooney in our squad? Would be amazing. Rooney who also can play as a #10, or even at the wing. Unstoppable Chelsea.).

Rooney will leave this time. Not like him to be this quite:). And with Moyes as a new United coach (Ferguson gone), while mighty Mourinho wants him at Chelsea; it's a done deal IMO. There's no way he's going abroad. No way. Just a matter of time I think, but don't see United being in a hurry. The longer it takes, the better for United.

Gustavo's agent says he's ready to negotiate with German side Wolfsburg (if there's interest from Wolfsburg). The agent also says that he will listen to all offers. Pretty much confirmed then, that he's not in Guardiola's plans. If Mourinho wants him he will get him. Would be a great signing IMO. Considering he's unwanted in Bayern, the price tag wouldn't be too high. Maybe around €15-20M. And that's a really good deal. http://www.waz-online.de/Wolfsburg/WAZ-Sport/VfL-Wolfsburg/Berater-Gustavo-will-mit-dem-VfL-verhandeln

More exciting news regarding Gustavo. German "Bild" reporting that Pep wants to sell Gustavo. And that teams like Arsenal, CHELSEA and Italian side Inter have all made bids. http://www.bild.de/sport/fussball/luiz-gustavo/geht-er-zu-wolfsburg-31625656.bild.html "Bild", very reliable, especially when it comes to news from Bayern-camp. Interesting! Edit: Big fan of Gustavo, I think, as I wrote earlier, that this could be a really great signing and a bargain. Go all in:).

Gustavo spoke after Bayerns win just now vs Sao Paulo, he said: "I have a two year contract and I'm happy here. But a lot can happen until August 31." Indicates that if the right offer is there, he could leave.

I've been on twitter for years and he's one of very few that I take seriously when I read transfer news. He's not the typical attention-seeker, that you see for an example with bullsh*tter; @tancredipalmeri.

Very reliable @dimarzio writes: "Wayne Rooney has decided. He wants to join Chelsea. The English striker has already made his decision, he wants to be coached by Jose Mourinho. In the coming days he will have another meeting with Manchester United’s management, to explain his position. Now the two clubs need to reach an agreement. But Rooney wants Chelsea." Would be nice with some action this week.

Yes. The source is sh*t. But it wouldn't be an illogical transfer. Yes, very hard to carry out, but there's a small chance. If Mourinho got a chance to pick him up I think he wouldn't doubt at all. I personally think that Sami, in essence, is a box-to-box player. He's been playing a little more defensively under Mourinho's first two seasons in Madrid, but after some time he got a more offensive-minded role. In Stuttgart and in German NT, he's had a much more offenvie role, hitting the two boxes constantly. That's the true Sami IMO.

According to rumours in Spain (Punto Pelota), Mourinho wants Sami Khedira at Chelsea. Same source writes that Real Madrid could sell Sami and that they will replace him with Kondogbia, if Khedira leaves. What do you think of Khedira? I know him really well. A box-to-box player. Amazing work rate. One of the best midfielder in the world when it comes to positioning, and movement without the ball. Great physique and mentality. Underrated speed. On the negative side. Not a good passer. It's either a simple pass from him or a breakthrough with the ball. Not the Pirlo, Rossi, Alonso-type. Could improve his technique and ball-control . He was really loved and appreciated by Mourinho thought in Real Madrid. I think he's power and energy would improve Chelsea's midfield a lot. He's in his best years (26 years) and I think that PL would fit him perfectly. Much better than La Liga. Price tag? Maybe around €25M.

Very reliable @dimarzio also reports about this transfer. He also writes that Chelsea have accelerated this deal because Luiz talks with Barcelona are hot. That's a bit worrying. @dimarizo one of the bets out there, but I hope there's nothing behind these rumours (Luiz to Barcelona).

I know Hazard is a top class-player already. But after this season, with Mourinho, he will be recognized as one of the best. NO doubt.

Demba Ba feels really slow and "square". I really hope Chelsea buys another striker. That's crucial if Mourinho wants to go for the treble this season. I Also feel that Ramires will need some extra time for adaptation. De Rossi should also be a high priority buy.