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Serie A outfit Inter Milan are now considered to be in a pole position to sign Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud. The Frenchman has complained about the lack of playing time under new manager Frank Lampard and has repeatedly threatened to leave the club in the upcoming January transfer window.

Out of favour Chelsea star Olivier Giroud has been heavily linked with a move away and Borussia Dortmund are believed to be interested in signing the French striker. The 32-year-old has struggled to break into Frank Lampard’s youthful Blues team and is considering his future away from London.

Lucien Favre asserted that Jadon Sancho was dropped because the Borussia Dortmund boss only wanted players who were focused to play against Barcelona. The 19-year-old has struggled to find his way over the last month or so with his performance levels dipping and his influence over the game waning.

Ernesto Valverde has revealed that Lionel Messi and Antoine Griezmann’s partnership is improving off the pitch which will change their relationship on the field with time. Both men and Luis Suarez scored in a crucial tie against Borussia Dortmund to ensure their place in the round of sixteen.