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Jorginho could leave Chelsea in January as Blues turn to Benfica's £106m Enzo Fernandez

WHAT'S HAPPENING? Chelsea are eager to buy Benfica midfielder Fernandez and would reportedly use any funds raised through the sale of Jorginho to partly fund that £106 million transfer. Newcastle have been described as 'very interested' in the Italy international.

THE BIGGER PICTURE: The Magpies know the time is now to capture a top four spot, as they currently sit four points ahead of fifth-place Manchester United. Jorginho would be a strong addition to their midfield and could help them secure a Champions League position.

AND WHAT'S MORE: Newcastle's big plans could extend beyond Jorginho, as the Daily Mail reports that Youri Tielemans, Khephren Thuram and Kouadio Kone are also on their radar.

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WHAT NEXT FOR CHELSA? A busy transfer window awaits the Blues, who are in eighth place even after their win over Bournemouth on Wednesday and feel the need to reinforce their squad.

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