Chelsea have warned Premier League rivals Newcastle and Crystal Palace that French striker Loic Remy is not for sale this January.
Remy, 29, has struggled to break into the Blues’ first team this season and is thought to be frustrated with his lack of game time at Stamford Bridge.
Several clubs have signalled an interest in Remy as his future at the reigning Premier League champions has become unclear, with Palace reportedly preparing a bid in an attempt to strengthen their attacking options.
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Eagles’ boss Alan Pardew worked with Remy while the pair were at Newcastle, but any move for the goal-scorer has been blocked by Chelsea, according to the Sun.
It is claimed that the former Lyon man has been told that he will remain in west London this month, despite the interest from Palace, Newcastle and Aston Villa.
Remy has only featured in eight league games this season but the hierarchy at Stamford Bridge believe he still has a future at the club.
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