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Chelsea could definitely sell two of their first-team stars in January with one of them wanting out

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Chelsea are usually one of the busier teams in the transfer window, but that is unlikely to be the case next month.

They did a lot of work on their squad in the summer, so arrivals at Stamford Bridge are not expected.

However, there could be exits, with Axel Disasi being linked to Barcelona and other clubs.

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Todd Boehly and Paul Winstanley during Chelsea and Crystal Palace at Stamford Bridge.
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Having not played a single minute of first-team football this season, he is likely to leave before the transfer market shuts. And a couple of other players could follow him.

Filip Jorgensen in Chelsea training
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Filip Jorgensen

Jorgensen has made just one appearance in the Premier League this term, and it looks like the goalkeeper has had enough.

In November, it was claimed that Jorgensen is open to leaving Chelsea in a bid to find more game time.

It is the World Cup next year, meaning that the 23-year-old needs to play if he is to have any chance of being selected by Denmark.

Jorgensen could have options during this transfer window, with Chelsea expected to receive several offers for him.

Calum Chambers of Cardiff City headers the ball whilst under pressure from Tyrique George of Chelsea
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Tyrique George

Tyrique George has been afforded more opportunities than Jorgensen, but he could also end up being a player Chelsea sell next month.

George came close to leaving Chelsea in the summer, but a move to Fulham collapsed at the very last minute.

In total, George has made 11 appearances and managed to score three goals this season. He can make an impact when given a chance.

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Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, Pedro Neto, Marc Guiu and Tyrique George

Pedro Neto of Chelsea FC (R) celebrates with his teammate Liam Delap (L)
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While he has picked up some minutes in the current campaign, George is yet to start a game in the Premier League. Enzo Maresca has so many attacking options, making things difficult for the England Under-21 international.

George has shown his worth, while Jorgensen still has time to improve and become a reliable No.2. It is a role that the Denmark star is unlikely to want, though, so do not rule out his departure from Stamford Bridge.