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Chelsea Eyes Right-Back Doue; Newcastle Pursues Striker Samu

10/24/2025

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Chelsea is scouting Guela Doue of RC Strasbourg as a potential right-back in the January transfer window.
Doue has shown promise in Ligue 1 and mirrors Reece James' playing style, excelling in defense and attack.
Newcastle United is monitoring Samu, FC Porto striker, who has thrived since joining Porto after a failed move to Chelsea, despite a €100 million release clause posing a significant financial challenge.

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Chelsea is scouting Guela Doue of RC Strasbourg as a potential right-back in the January transfer window.
Doue has shown promise in Ligue 1 and mirrors Reece James' playing style, excelling in defense and attack.
Newcastle United is monitoring Samu, FC Porto striker, who has thrived since joining Porto after a failed move to Chelsea, despite a €100 million release clause posing a significant financial challenge.