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Chelsea Transfer News: Latest Miralem Pjanic and John Obi Mikel Rumours
- Updated: May 2, 2016
Chelsea have been handed a blow in their pursuit of Roma star Miralem Pjanic with the news that Bayern Munich are preparing to match his €40 million release clause, per Fichajes (h/t Alex Harris of the Daily Star).
Incoming Chelsea boss Antonio Conte had reportedly offered a three-year contract to the Bosnian playmaker at the beginning of April, per TuttoMercatoWeb. However, their ambition to sign the Roma midfielder has now been rocked following the interest from the Bundesliga heavyweights.
Pjanic has enjoyed a productive year in the Italian capital, featuring in 39 matches in all competitions for the Giallorossi and scoring 11 goals, per WhoScored.com. His complete contributions in the UEFA Champions League have also been impressive, and he has gained a notoriety for set-piece goals.
Gifted with a creative mind and quick feet to match, the inventive midfielder plays sharp, incisive passes and dominates the central positions with his high-tempo running, composure on the ball and …
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