Buck predicts player clear-out at the Bridge

CHELSEA chairman Bruce Buck has hinted at a possible summer clear-out at Stamford Bridge after dismissing suggestions of a return for former boss Jose Mourinho.

Buck expects some of the current squad will be sold to fund new signings during the summer months but did not rule out owner Roman Abramovich spending his own cash to get the right player.

The futures of Didier Drogba, Florent Malouda, Salomon Kalou and Deco have already come under scrutiny this season and Chelsea may be ready to cash in on some of their stars to fund a rebuilding programme under their new manager.

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