Chelsea are one of three Premier League clubs monitoring Newcastle United midfielder Lewis Miley according to reports.
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Following a quiet January, the Blues are expected to be busy this summer with a number of positions needing to be addressed.
Chelsea are said to still be in the market for a centre back, whilst they are thought to want to add another midfielder and attacker.
It’s been reported the Blues are open to signing players with Premier League experience this summer, but given fans have heard this before they remain sceptical.
However, with major doubts over Fernandez’s future Chelsea could well need a replacement for the World Cup winner.
The report adds the Blues view him as one of the most promising young midfielders in English football, with Arsenal and Manchester United also interested.
Miley has made 31 appearances in all competitions for the Magpies this season, scoring three goals and registering four assists, whilst he’s under contract until 2029.
Former Man United chief scout Mick Brown feels the dressing room at Chelsea is getting toxic and Liam Rosenior might not be able to handle it.
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The 41-year-old has already been accused of losing the dressing room, and it’s hard to disagree given the recent on pitch performances.
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