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Chelsea interested in Colombian winger

The Blues are reportedly interested in Colombian attacker Emerson Rodriguez.

According to a report on Goal, the winger has attracted the attention of the top clubs in Europe after a series of impressive performances.

The winger is currently contracted to Colombian side Millonarios, however, his agent has hinted about a potential move to Europe.

‘As a winger, I would recommend Emerson Rodriguez Rivaldo,’ he said. ‘A Colombian born in 2000.

‘He is owned by Millonarios and already watched by Manchester City and Chelsea.’

Rodriguez made 22 appearances last season, scoring three goals and picking up one assist.

Gallagher on working with Cole

Blues midfielder Conor Gallagher has opened up on his excitement at working with former Chelsea left-back Ashley Cole with the England Under-21 squad.

Speaking to the Evening Standard, the 21-year-old who currently is on loan at Crystal Palace also labelled the former England international as one of the best left-backs in the world.

‘I’ve never worked with him and I’m excited,’ Gallagher said. ‘I looked up to him as a Chelsea fan.

‘He was the best left-back in the world.’

Cole has recently been hired as an assistant coach to new England Under-21 boss Lee Carsley and will be looking to make an instant impact.

‘He can teach me a lot of things,’ Gallagher added about working with the Champions League winner. ‘He’s a top guy and I’m looking forward to working under him.’

Van Gaal praises Tuchel

Netherlands boss Louis van Gaal has praised Thomas Tuchel for the job he has done since arriving at Chelsea.

Speaking in his press conference, the former Manchester United head coach came under fire for his style of play after picking up four points from a possible six in the Netherlands’ World Cup qualifiers.

‘Is that defensive football, in your eyes?’ Van Gaal asked a journalist about Tuchel’s style of play. ‘With the 5-3-2 or 5-2-3, you can attack incredibly well.’

Tuchel’s preferred 3-4-2-1 or 3-5-2 formation led the German to his first Champions League title and a top-four finish at Stamford Bridge after his arrival in January.

The Netherlands head coach also added he was more entertained by the Blues in the Champions League final.

‘Chelsea show it every time,’ Van Gaal added about the German’s style of play. ‘And I take my hat off to Mr Tuchel because he got in halfway through the season.’