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Agent says Villarreal striker Rossi would welcome Chelsea move

Chelsea are being urged to bid for Manchester United reject Giuseppe Rossi.

The Italian striker is in new contract talks with Villarreal, but his agent admits he could still be on his way in 2011.

Federico Pastorello told sport.co.uk: "He is happy to stay there, but he is willing to wait for a big offer from a top club. He will only leave for a bigger club than Villarreal, and he would like a call from a Barcelona, Real Madrid, Inter Milan, or Chelsea. If not, he is happy and he will extend his contract."

Pastorello confirmed United still have first refusal on the Italian.

"Yes, before the club can accept any offer for Giuseppe they must check with Manchester United.

"I think it was a 24 hour window to answer whether they want to match the offer of a competing club, but obviously then it is up to the player to and if he wants to re-join United."

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