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No service for Chelsea's 'sporting prodigy' Sahar

Chelsea's 17-year-old striker Ben Sahar will not be forced to return to his native Israel for national service.

The teenager has received a letter from the Israeli army's chief of staff to say he has been granted the status of 'sporting prodigy' and will not be required until he returns to live in Israel.

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Surplus to army requirements: Ben Sahar will be able to stay with Chelsea

The news will interest Charlton, who are trying to take the striker on loan for the season.

Wolves have approached Chelsea to sign 19-yearold defender Michael Mancienne on a long-term loan next season.

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