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Southampton midfielder 'in the sights' of Chelsea (reliability: 3 stars)

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, the Blues will be looking to make some midfield reinforcements next summer, if not January.

Lavia is one of the most highly rated midfielders in England right now and came through Manchester City's academy before joining Southampton this summer.

He is a deep lying midfielder who is very comfortable on the ball but also has the physicality and pace to cause problems for opposition attackers.

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Why Chelsea could be willing to pay 'over the odds' for Gvardiol - explained

 for some time now. After some impressive World Cup performances for Croatia, reports of Chelsea's pursuit of the defender have been gaining speed.

As per journalist Graeme Bailey, Chelsea might even be willing to pay 'over the odds' for the defender.

The idea is wrap up the sale quickly, just like they have done with 

Gvardiol has a release clause in the region of €45 million - €50 million, which mean a huge double coup for Chelsea in January.

'The tackle of the World Cup': Ferdinand praises Chelsea-linked Gvardiol for defending v Lukaku

“He’s my favourite defender to watch in the tournament so far,” 

“He’s got great presence, happy for the battle, physical, and got a wand of a left foot. He’s got pace as well and I think all those attributes are what you need as a modern-day defender.

“Everything about him, for me, has been so positive. Defending the front post, we don’t see enough of that. Most defenders get that wrong, and that [tackle on 

“But also the aggressiveness, that nature again to come out, but not just finish it there. Burst out, look at the pace, willing to get forward. That youth, fearlessness, and quick enough feet for someone of his size.”

Chelsea have been closely linked with a move for the Croatian international. The Leipzig centre-back even 

 at a potential move to Stamford Bridge. However, there are other clubs interested in him: namely, 

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Wulo Noa

We don't need average players. This has been our bane for a while. Gvardiol, Bellingham, Nkunku, those are the types of players that will help us compete with City. We're tired of average, underwhelming players. Stop these silly write-ups.

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Erling Haaland	Man City	20
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Southampton midfielder 'in the sights' of Chelsea (reliability: 3 stars)

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