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Chelsea open talks with former Roma man to replace Fabregas

Chelsea open talks with former Roma man to replace Fabregas

According to what has been reported by reputable Italian sports journalist Alfredo Pedulla, Chelsea have opened a line of communication with Russian Premier League club Zenit St. Petersburg about a move for Leandro Paredes - the former Roma man who has made a name for himself in Russia.

Chelsea have to face the reality of losing Cesc Fabregas, who has signed a pre-contract with Monaco and are looking to replace him with someone younger but also of a first team quality that can fit right into the team, almost from the get-go.

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