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Chelsea fans react with Newcastle reportedly leading Leeds and Everton in race for Ross Barkley

Newcastle United are reportedly leading the race to sign Chelsea star Ross Barkley ahead of Leeds and Everton – and Blues fans have responded.

Barkley, 27, is struggling for game time at Chelsea under Thomas Tuchel. Last season, he was loaned to Aston Villa, where he scored just three goals.

He is getting the odd substitute appearance here and there, now back at Stamford Bridge. But Tuchel has used him for less than 250 minutes.

A January move is more than likely, despite a couple of glimpses. His ball over the top for Cesar Azpilicueta against Southampton, for example.

three Premier League clubs are interested in signing the 33-time England international – in Newcastle, Everton and Leeds United.

The Toon are said to be on pole, with a loan-to-buy deal in mind. A return to Everton is also on the cards, while Leeds need an attacking midfielder.

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Barkley needs to leave Chelsea. There are no two ways about it, at this stage in his career, he needs to be playing regularly. He has the ability.

He is well-liked by Gareth Southgate but his lack of game time is going to scupper his chances of breaking into the 2022 World Cup squad.

A move to Newcastle in January would suit all parties. Barkley would start every match, Newcastle would add some much-needed creativity.

His stock might rise, and therefore, Chelsea could bring in some more cash on a permanent. Chelsea fans have reacted on Twitter to the reports.