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Chelsea to reward Kante with new deal

May 31, 2021

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Chelsea are reportedly set to offer Ngolo Kante a new long-term contract.

The French midfielder had been a standout performer for the Blues this season, helping them to the Champions League title and a fourth-place EPL finish.

Kante has two years remaining on his current deal.

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Meanwhile, Chelsea are reportedly looking to re-sign their former striker Romelu Lukaku.

The newly-crowned European champions see the Inter Milan star as a more affordable alternative to Harry Kane or Erling Haaland.

Lukaku scored 33 goals to help Inter win the Serie A title…but sources say the club are prepared to listen to offers for the player, because they need the cash to ease their financial problems.

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Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has rejoined Belgium’s coaching staff ahead of the upcoming European Championship.

The former Gunners striker had previously worked as one of the assistants to manager Roberto Martinez during the 2018 World Cup in Russia, where Belgium finished third.

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Naomi Osaka has been threatened with expulsion from the ongoing French Open and also future Grand Slams, if she continues to refuse to speak to the media.

The world number two had earlier announced a media blackout at Roland Garros to protect her mental health.

Organisers, however, say speaking to the press is a key responsibility for any participant at a Grand Slam.