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Chelsea News: Courtois to lead exodus, Mikel slams Man Utd's Rooney, deal for Madrid star
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Cesc Fabregas is fighting for his future
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Cesc Fabregas' Chelsea future is in doubt following a difficult first half of the season.
The Spain midfielder was substituted against Watford at half time during the Boxing Day draw and didn't make the trip to Manchester for the clash with United.
Some reports had suggested Fabregas had handed in a transfer request this week in a bid to force a January move however Express Sport understands that not to be the case.
Rooney was booked for the tackle
Thibaut Courtois is set to lead a mass exodus at Stamford Bridge, according to reports.
The keeper is wanted by Real Madrid and, according to OK Diario, has issued a come and get me plea to the club.
Courtois, who spent three seasons on loan at Atletico Madrid, is said to want to return to Spain after the sacking of Jose Mourinho.
And playingfor90.com report that that could lead to an exodus with Fabregas and Eden Hazard also on their way out.
Thibaut Courtois could be heading back to Spain
However Hiddink has reportedly given the green light to the signing of James Rodriguez.
The Real Madrid man could leave Spain next month after falling out with Rafa Benitez.
Rodriguez joined Madrid from Monaco but has struggled for Benitez's side this term and could add some attacking flair to Chelsea's side when the transfer window opens.
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