Transfer News! 5th December 2008

INTER LINKED WITH ESSIEN.

Sulley Muntari has urged his club, Inter Milan, to make a move for Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien. Muntari revealed that the player was 'like a brother' to him, and felt that their partnership in the Inter Milan midfield would be a strong one.

Muntari said of his Ghana international team mate: “Essien is like a brother to me.

“When Inter made it known that they were interested, Michael called me up and told me I should agree to the move without any doubt because Jose Mourinho is a great Coach.

“I already enjoy playing alongside Essien in the national side and hopefully he will move here too.” (eyefootball)

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DROGBA AGENT RULES OUT INTER.

Thierno Seydi, Didier Drogba's agent, has denied that the forward met with anyone from Inter Milan last month and insisted that the player wants to stay and fight for his place in the Chelsea first team.

"His priority is to give his best for Chelsea, and he is absolutely not unhappy.

"To talk about a transfer is just not topical, despite everything you hear and read - there is nothing," said Seydi.

It is believed Drogba is not happy with his lack of first-team opportunities at Chelsea after Nicolas Anelka jumped ahead of him in the pecking order. (eyefootball)

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CHELSEA TO SELL MALOUDA?

Chelsea are reportedly ready to offload Florent Malouda. It is understood the club are willing to listen to offers for the winger, who has so far unimpressed since joining a couple of seasons ago for 18 million GBP.

It is believed Chelsea would let Malouda leave for a fee in the region of 8 million, so almost more than half the fee they initially paid for the Frenchman.

It is understood that coach Luiz Felipe Scolari has lost his patience with the player, who seemed to never fully adapt to life in the Premiership, despite arriving with a strong reputation. (eyefootball)

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OTHERS.

Chelsea are considering a loan move for CSKA Moscow's Brazilian striker Vagner Love. (The Independent)

Chelsea are also interested in Wigan striker Amr Zaki and Lyon forward Karim Benzema but may have to offload Wayne Bridge, Florent Malouda and Alex first. (The Independent)

Chelsea are also chasing Fluminense defender Thiago Silva, who claims he has been offered a contract by the Blues. (Daily Mail)