Lokomotiv Moscow want Kenedy from Chelsea on loan with Newcastle dealt huge January transfer window blow
Russian league leaders want versatile Brazilian to help them secure a first title win since 2002
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RUSSIAN giants Lokomotiv Moscow have reportedly joined the race to sign Chelsea’s Kenedy on loan next month.
The versatile winger is believed to be a target for struggling Newcastle.
But Brazilian outlet claims Kenedy could be heading to Russia instead after Lokomotiv threw their hat in the ring.
They’re top of the Russian Premier League after 20 games, eight ahead of Zenit St Petersburg.
And club chiefs apparently believe Kenedy can help them secure their first title since 2002.
The 21-year-old is yet to appear in the Premier League for Chelsea this season.
Kenedy has instead been reduced to three appearances in the Carabao Cup.
And Antonio Conte is said to be keen for the youngster to get some first-team action elsewhere.
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Lokomotiv’s interest is sure to come as a blow to Newcastle, who were confident they had secured a deal.
Rafa Benitez’s men find themselves in a relegation battle following a poor run and may now have to look elsewhere for reinforcements.
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