Blues ponder Pedro move

Chelsea landed Pedro for £21m despite sustained interest from United, whose executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward even flew to Catalonia on Monday to complete his signing.

Mourinho added: “Every player is different”.

Winning another Premier League title is the goal for Chelsea FC this season.

The Daily Express have quotes from a former board member at the Turkish club who says they have spoken to the German about a switch away from the Emirates Stadium.

The Colombian global moved to West London from Fiorentina in January, but he has started just four times under Jose Mourinho so far. The Guardian is among the sources now reporting that he has already been made available for loan or permanent transfer.

Paul Pogba has emerged as a mega-target for Chelsea but the Blues will need to make room for him first.

John Stones has been the subject of a reported three failed bids, with Everton determined to hold on to the England centre back. Press reports on Friday morning suggested Chelsea would make a move for the France global if they were given any encouragement.

Now there would appear to be no alternative in Chelsea’s thoughts should they fail to land Stones.

FC sources understand that Jose Mourinho, the Blues manager, will consider offers for the Nigeria global after the arrival of Pedro Rodriguez from Barcelona was confirmed.

Paul Pogba will not be a newcomer to the Premier League should he sign with Chelsea FC.

Paper Round’s view – The biggest advantage that Everton have had in this whole saga has been Stones’ happiness at the club and willingness to continue playing for the Toffees.