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Chelsea to complete shock Newcastle swoop: Odds revealed
CHELSEA have emerged as shock favourites to sign Newcastle goalkeeper Tim Krul, according to the bookies.
Chelsea favourites to sign Newcastle goalkeeper Tim Krul
Chelsea have been busy in the market so far this month, with Oscar, John Obi Mikel and Patrick Bamford all leaving and Nathan Ake returning from his loan at Bournemouth.
The Blues are also said to have turned down a £10million bid from Bournemouth for back-up goalkeeper Asmir Begovic as they hold out for at least £12m.
Antonio Conte's side have since been linked with a move for Newcastle keeper Krul, who is currently out on loan at Ajax.
Chelsea looking for Asmir Begovic replacement
And bookmakers BetStars have responded by pricing Chelsea as 9/4 favourites to sign the Holland international if they lose Begovic in January.
“Most of the transfer gossip around Stamford Bridge has been focussed on the potential exit of Diego Costa," a BetStars spokesman said.
"However, there’s one potential signing that has come completely out of the blue.
“Chelsea have emerged as the 9/4 favourites to sign Newcastle keeper Tim Krul with Asmir Begovic the subject of a bid from Bournemouth.
“The chance to join the Premier League leaders is a no-brainer for Krul so we’re expecting to see a deal done before the window closes.”