Josip Juranovic Ross Barkley Chelsea-Celtic transfer swap possible as Jim Ratcliffe warning sent

Here are you latest Chelsea headlines on Sunday, August 14.

Chelsea are reportedly looking at Josip Juranović as potential cover for Reece James, according to The Sun. The Croatian international had a great 2021/22 campaign and has caught the eye of both the Blues and Man United since. Despite not ruling out an exit for the £2.5million Celtic signing, manager Ange Postecoglou isn't surprised that there is interest in his star player.

“It shows he’s playing well and it also shows what can happen if you play well for this club. This is a fantastic platform for anyone. Josip had a strong year and he wants to get even better," the Celtic boss said via the Scottish Express. “He had a strong pre-season and he’s working hard. It’s a big year for him with the World Cup, so there’s a lot of him at club and international level. He wants to be at his best and my job is to keep pushing him to be the best he can.

"The talk doesn’t affect me, mate. Whether it affects the player then he’s the one you need to ask. I just look at how they play, train, and behave and I’ve seen no change with anyone in the group. If I do then I address it. It’s not something I ask daily. It’s about how they conduct themselves when they were with us representing this club. Josip and all the other boys are working hard in training and performing at good levels. My job is to keep pushing them.”

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With the current Scottish Champions seriously interested in the fringe Chelsea midfielder, knowing Todd Boehly, he could yet try his luck at another swap plus money deal and hope to replicate the Marc Cucurella success.

Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers has admitted the