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Chelsea stunned by Aguero's wage demands

Chelsea are keen to sign Atletico Madrid's Sergio Aguero but have been stunned by his wage demands. After missing the boat with Kaka, the Blues are determined to secure a top-shelf player and the 21-year old Argentine striker looks a great fit.

Whilst the £45 million transfer fee is enough to begin with, Aguero has now demanded £11 million a season, more than what Kaka will earn with Real Madrid.

Paying that amount is steep, even if Aguero is being touted as the 'new Maradona'.

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