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Chelsea FC transfer rumours: Nemanja Matic on the move

By Ajitesh Rasgotra

LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 24: Nemanja Matic of Chelsea leaves the pitch after being shown a red card during the Barclays Premier League match between West Ham United and Chelsea at Boleyn Ground on October 24, 2015 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 24: Nemanja Matic of Chelsea leaves the pitch after being shown a red card during the Barclays Premier League match between West Ham United and Chelsea at Boleyn Ground on October 24, 2015 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images) /
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The latest transfer rumour sees Manchester United putting in a shock bid for Chelsea FC midfielder Nemanja Matic. Silly season has begun.

Chelsea FC have been linked with a multitude of players over the last two months, but with the Premier League season now done and dusted, this is only set to increase. The latest rumour claims that Manchester United are putting together a bid for Nemanja Matic.

The Express picks up the report from Italian journalist Emanuele Giulianelli, who claims that United are looking to capitalise on suggestions that Matic is unsettled.

"According to Italian journalist Emanuele Giulianelli, United are ready to offer him a way out of west London. He claims United are willing to make Matic one of their key midfielders next season as they look to revamp their squad."

Matic has had a disappointing season for the Blues, failing to replicate the form that established him as one of the premier midfielders in football. As a result, transfer rumours have naturally started to circulate suggesting that Matic may be on his way out of Stamford Bridge.

However, this is the first report linking the Serbian with a switch to Premier League rivals United. Louis Van Gaal has led his side to another underwhelming season, although he still may escape with the FA Cup and fourth place (providing they beat Bournemouth 19-0 on Tuesday).

The article claims that United are looking to overhaul their squad, but that seems unlikely. United have a wealth of talent; it has been the tactics that have held them back.

Having said that, Matic would be a very useful player. With Michael Carrick ageing and Bastian Schweinsteiger perennially injured, there is a slot for a defensive midfielder.

The report claims that the bid is in the region of £20 million, but Chelsea will likely require a heftier sum to part way with the Serbian.

An appalling 10 months mean that the club are set for a summer of change. Antonio Conte is expected to make several moves in the transfer market with few players secured in their Stamford Bridge future. Hence, this story cannot be ruled out.

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Of course, as we head into the transfer window the rumours will continue to swirl. Some will be utter rubbish while others will be genuinely exciting (or concerning). What do you think about this one? Let us know in the comments below!

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