BLUES SWEEPING DECKS
CHELSEA boss Claudio Ranieri appears to be sweeping the decks ahead of the 2001/2002 campaign.
Speculation persists in Italy that Venezia are trying to sign Sam Dalla Bona but the prodigious midfielder is not keen on the transfer and could hold out for an offer from another club on the continent.
Pierre Issa, who arrived on loan from Marseille last term, has returned to the French side and Ranieri will not be pursuing any permanent deal for the defender, who failed to make an impact at Stamford Bridge.
The West Londoners have also sealed the sale of Stuart Reddington to Mansfield Town for £20,000.
The defender enjoyed a successful loan spell with The Stags last term and was keen to move back to the area after formerly playing for Lincoln United.
