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Chelsea News and Transfers: Imbula plan, Ancelotti hints at SURPRISE return, Costa worry
CHELSEA are weighing up a move for Giannelli Imbula if they miss out on Sami Khedira. Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has hinted at a surprise return to the Premier League while Jose Mourinho is sweating over Diego Costa.
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Imbula has cropped up as a possible January transfer option for Mourinho.
The Blues have been scouting him and could move for him if they miss out on Khedira.
Chelsea's senior scout Guy Hillion said: "I have seen Imbula often. As soon as he gets the ball he is able to accelerate and break through the lines."
Ancelotti has dropped a hint that he may wish to return to manage in the Premier League one day.
The Italian previously managed the Blues but his comments may spark interest from Manchester United and Arsenal too.
"I'd like to return. It depends how long this adventure lasts," Ancelotti told The Sun.
Mourinho isn't sure whether Costa will be fit to face United on Sunday.
Costa will miss tonight's Champions League game against Maribor (7:45pm) with a hamstring injury.
Mourinho said: "I have no idea how long he will be out. Tomorrow he cannot play. The weekend is not important right now - but he cannot play tomorrow.”
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