Scolari Cools SWP Rumours
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Chelsea manager Luiz Felipe Scolari has claimed there have been no discussions between he and Shaun Wright-Phillips regarding the England winger’s future at the club.
Wright-Phillips is expected to get the boot from Stamford Bridge this summer after sliding below Joe Cole, Florent Malouda and Salomon Kalou in the pecking order last season.
The 26-year-old has failed to deliver consistently since his ₤21million move from Manchester City in 2005, and many – including his step-father, ex-Arsenal striker Ian Wright – believe the time is ripe for a change of scene.
Portsmouth appears the most likely destination, especially given John Utaka's largely disappointing form last term, while Aston Villa are also reported to be interested.
But Scolari insisted there is no deal on the table and that Wright-Phillips has shown no signs of being discontent with life in west London.
"I have not asked him if he wants to go to another team," the Brazilian told the press.
"He is here and is playing for Chelsea, I don't know anything about him wanting to go to another team.
"He is training very well every day, he is a very important player for us. This is the first time I have not heard anything about Wright-Phillips wanting to move.
"I will have to ask Shaun if he wants a change." -
If he wants more first team, I think he should go...
He did quite well for the friendly matches aganist the Ah Tiong. Scoring in the 2 matches...!
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i hope he dun go.... stay for 1 more season. scolari put him in the central role more den at the wing. joe cole goal is zola style =)