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Chelsea's 'Khalid the Cannibal' Boulahrouz hungry for Stuttgart switch

Chelsea defender Khalid Bouhlarouz has agreed personal terms with Bundesliga outfit Vfb Stuttgart, according to coach Armin Veh.

The versatile 26-year-old defender, who played in all four of the Netherlands' games in Euro 2008, is expected to be sold for £4million.

Since moving to Stamford Bridge in 2006 for £8.5million from Hamburg, the Dutch defender has found his first-team opportunities limited.

Boulahrouz (left) holds off Antonio Di Natale during Euro 2008

Boulahrouz (left) holds off Antonio Di Natale during Euro 2008

Boulahrouz spent last season on loan with Sevilla, where he made only eight appearances due to problems with injuries and form.

'He is just the man we were lacking," Veh told the Bild newspaper.

'He is one who is not scared of getting involved when needed.'

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