Rio Ferdinand believes that despite five Premier League clubs playing in the Champions League this year, only one stands an actual chance of grabbing the European silverware. The last English club that won the Champions League was Chelsea back in 2012, and since then, Europe’s top stage has been dominated by the top Spanish, Italian…
Alvaro Morata could not have asked for a better start to his Chelsea career, after steering his side to their 3rd consecutive win in the Premier League. Although Morata would have enjoyed his 3rd goal of the campaign in just 4 games, he definitely did not like fans singing songs with his name that had…
Former Chelsea midfielder and ex-coach Ray Wilkins believes that the Blues’ decision to sell Nemanja Matic to Manchester United, for whom Wilkins also played, was the ‘worst’ transfer business he had ever seen. Matic, who played 121 games for Chelsea after being re-signed from Benfica in 2014, joined United for £40 million in July. Already…
Liverpool midfielder Emre Can, who is believed to be heading to Juventus next year, is reportedly a target for Chelsea and Manchester United. Liverpool were struck a huge blow when Emre Can refused to sign an extension with the club, as the midfielder only has under 12 months remaining on his current contract. The German…
The summer transfer window that expected Premier League champions, Chelsea, to let go of one of their stars, Diego Costa, before the transfer window ended saw a rather dramatic shutdown, after the Spanish striker did not complete his much anticipated switch to former club, Atletico Madrid. The remarkable saga began when Costa was told via…
Chelsea superstar Eden Hazard has proved his credentials for both club and country over the past few years, and with some mind boggling transfer sums paid this summer, the Belgian feels he too deserves a big chunk of the cake. In a hyper-inflated market, football transfer deals have reached sky-high prices, and this summer saw…
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte must have mixed feelings about the way things went down in his second summer transfer window. While on one hand, the Italian has made some solid signings in the summer, Chelsea did miss out on several potential transfer targets in the grand scheme of things. The Blues spent a total of…
Chelsea left it late and well past the deadline as they signed English midfielder Danny Drinkwater from Leicester City. Drinkwater joined the Blues for a reported £35m move after submitting a transfer request on Wednesday. The 27-year-old adds depth to Chelsea’s midfield and is considered to be a replacement for Nemanja Matic, who moved to…
Premier League club Chelsea had a busy transfer deadline day, as manager Antonio Conte upped the ante and secured defender Davide Zappacosta after missing out on several other targets. The Torino full-back came in as a surprise interest, after Chelsea missed out on Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain despite agreeing on a fee, as the player opted for…
Leicester City midfielder Danny Drinkwater has handed in a transfer request to force through a move to Chelsea before the transfer window closes. Drinkwater moved to Leicester City from Manchester United in 2012, and despite facing initial hurdles, the Englishman got to grips quickly for the Foxes. The 24-year-old was a vital cog in Leicester’s…
As far as footballing families go, few can hope to match the talent and ability of the Hazards from Belgian. While Eden Hazard’s name is renowned amongst Premier League talent, what with the 26-year old’s antics leading to repeated comparison with the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, his three other brothers remain relatively unknown. However, that…
With deadline day inching closer and closer, and the match days having rolled in and commenced entertaining, the Premier League is set to witness yet another transfer between club rivals. Reports from Sky Sports indicate that Chelsea and Arsenal have agreed a fee for Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, and that a transfer would be underway before Thursday. The 24-year…
On Sunday, Alvaro Morata made Premier League history during Chelsea’s encounter against Everton, as the new arrival became the first Premier League player to have scored and assisted in both of his starting home games. The Blues triumphed in their third league match, securing a 2-0 victory owing to goals from Fabregas and Morata. This…
Having rejected Manchester United’s offer for Willian, the Blues might sell the winger to Barcelona. Willian has found himself below Pedro in the pecking order at Chelsea under Antonio Conte. Thus, the Brazil international is deemed surplus to requirements at the Stamford Bridge, and might be sold for the right price. The attacker was approached…
With the summer transfer window inching to a finish, Chelsea, amongst other clubs, are eager to use their financial prowess and secure last minute signings. Despite welcoming Alvaro Morata, Tiemoue Bakayoko, Antonio Rudiger and Willy Caballero to their ranks this summer, the Blues might just have one more deal in the works. According to BetStars…
According to Daily Mail, Chelsea are close to agreeing a transfer fee with Leicester City for Danny Drinkwater. Antonio Conte is keen to wrap up some important transfer business before the transfer window closes on 31st August. The Italian coach has been wanting Drinkwater at Stamford Bridge, and now, it seems that he getting his wish.…
N’Golo Kante is often named among the best midfielders in modern football, and rightfully so, as his arrival from Caen saw tremendous success and glory. However, his recent form has not gotten past Chelsea legend Claude Makelele, who recently offered precious advice for him. The Frenchman arrived in England back in 2015, to the Leicester…
It seems that Barcelona’s transfer woes will see no end. Their earnest attempts to sign Liverpool’s Philippe Coutinho look to be all but over, after a reported third bid for the Brazilian is believed to have been rejected by the English club. Now, the Spanish giants will have to quickly set their transfer prowess at…
After leading them to Premier League glory last season, Antonio Conte and his antics at Chelsea came to the limelight, with the Italian being hailed as one of the best in the game. However, following a summer of rifts with senior management and his outspoken frustration regarding their transfer business, it emerged earlier this week…
Chelsea might have acquired the services of Alvaro Morata, but that doesn’t seem to be stopping them from splashing the cash to bring in yet another striker. If reports are to be believed, the Blues are set to make a move for Torino’s Andrea Belotti. TransferMarkt claims that Antonio Conte is ready to go on…
Tottenham have been beaten in the first fixture at their temporary home, Wembley, by reigning English Champions Chelsea. The home side started the game as favorites, but even after dominating the match for large spells, Tottenham came second best at the final whistle. The win will be welcomed by Blues’ boss Antonio Conte, who was…
Chelsea’s transfer woes show no sign of slowing down, largely due to what is reportedly a series of disagreements between manager Antonio Conte and the club’s Board. Latest reports from Tuttosport suggest that the manager is keen on signing young and upcoming striker Andrea Belotti from Torino. However, prying away the 23-year old won’t be…
Chelsea are set to make a bid of £50 million just hours after playing Tottenham at Wembley this weekend. Conte is desperate to improve his team, more so after the humiliation at the hands of Burnley in their opening fixture of the Premier League campaign. The Blues were beaten 3-2 at Stamford Bridge in a match…
Antonio Conte’s harsh treatment of Diego Costa is hardly anything compared to what John Obi Mikel faced from the Italian, according to a former Chelsea youngster. Costa is currently in Brazil, while his soon to be former team-mates kicked off Chelsea’s defense of their Premier League title with a 3-2 defeat at home to Burnley.…
After a summer-long saga of developments and breakdowns, Jose Mourinho finally gave up his attempts to lure Ivan Perišić from Inter Milan earlier this month. However, reports have now emerged that England still wants the Croatian winger – this time, however, it’s Chelsea. Antonio Conte’s Blues were left to a shock 3-2 defeat against Burnley…
Chelsea striker Diego Costa’s relationship with the English Champions has been as good as finished since Blues’ boss, Antonio Conte texted the Spaniard that he wasn’t in his plans for this season. Costa, who scored a tally of 20 goals last season, helped Chelsea secure the Premier League title in Antonio Conte’s debut season at…
Chelsea were forced to let go of Nemanja Matic against their own will, according to Sky Sports journalist Kaveh Solhekol. The reliable reporter revealed on his twitter account that the Blues were keen on keeping the Serbian at Stamford Bridge, and were determined to tie him down to a new contract. However, after the club…
Burnley pulled off one of the most shocking results of recent times by defeating Chelsea 3-2 at Stamford Bridge this evening. The 9-man Chelsea team saw its captain, Gary Cahill, get red carded in the 14th minute, before Fabregas received his own marching orders in the 81st minute. The early red card to the defender…
Tottenham’s Danny Rose wants to join Chelsea over Manchester United this summer. Danny Rose’s explosive interview, where he cited his desire to leave Spurs, is doing rounds all over the internet. The left-back has claimed that he doesn’t feel he gets paid enough, and knows that he deserves more. The England international also said that…
Chelsea star Willian has revealed that his agent held talks with arch-rivals Manchester United over a possible move before he went on to commit his future at Stamford Bridge. Willian’s agent spoke to United’s representatives last season, but the eventual English Champions blocked any progress for a deal to materialise. The winger went on to…
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has admitted that losing Nemanja Matic to Manchester United this summer is a ‘great loss’. Matic decided to call time on his second spell at Stamford Bridge after Chelsea emerged victorious in their chase of ex-Monaco man Tiemoue Bakayoko. The Serbian completed a move to Old Trafford two weeks ago in…
After being on Manchester United’s radar for the better part of the summer transfer window, reports have once again surfaced indicating that PSG right-back Serge Aurier might be headed to Old Trafford in a deal worth £27 million on the table. However, Chelsea have also shown a keen interest in signing the Ivory Coast international. The…
Premier League champions Chelsea are ready to battle rivals Manchester United for the transfer of Paris Saint-Germain right-back Serge Aurier, the Daily Mail suggests. Chelsea manager Antonio Conte is searching for wing-backs for his preferred 3-4-3 formation, and feels Aurier will be a solid addition to his squad, as he looks to have competition for…
Premier League giants Manchester United recently captured Chelsea’s star midfielder, Nemanja Matic, in a massive £40 million deal, and Chelsea legend Frank Lampard has now referred to the move as an odd one. Matic is United’s third summer signing, after Jose Mourinho splashed out a gigantic £75 million to capture striker Romelu Lukaku from Everton, and…
Chelsea have emerged as strong candidates to secure the signature of Gareth Bale, according to the Express. The Welshman has endured a few struggles of late at the Santiago Bernabeu, and his previous campaign was blighted by niggling injuries and inconsistent displays. As a result, Real have begun looking for replacements, and have been in…
Antonio Conte admits he would be powerless over the decision to sell club talisman Eden Hazard to Barcelona should Chelsea’s board sanction the move. Following Neymar Jr.’s move to Paris Saint-Germain for a world record fee of £198 million, Barcelona are in search of a replacement, and have reportedly seen potential in Hazard. After losing a…
Chelsea’s intent on showcasing a midfield to be reckoned with in their attempt to retain the Premier League title in the upcoming season is crystal clear, as Danny Drinkwater is reportedly willing to join their ranks. Reports from the Mirror suggest that the player is about to inform Leicester City about his intention to make the switch.…
Antonio Conte is all set to once again lock horns with Jose Mourinho, as Chelsea look to sign right-back Serge Aurier from PSG. The development seems identical to the manner in which Manchester United pried away Romelu Lukaku, whom the reigning English champions looked to sign in July. According to French outlet Le10 Sport, Chelsea…
Premier League arch-rivals Manchester United and Chelsea are all set to battle it out in the quest to sign versatile Barcelona right-back Sergi Roberto. The Spanish star impressed for the Catalans last season, and is making the transfer rounds with a potential exit from Nou Camp in recent weeks. According to Spanish outlet Don Balon,…
As the popular saying goes, revenge is a dish best served cold. If reports that Chelsea are about to make an offer that could potentially end Manchester United’s hopes of signing Ivan Perisic are true, then boy have the Blues shoved an iceberg down their rivals’ throats. It was just under a month ago when…
Reigning English Champions Chelsea seem to have found a suitable replacement for Nemanja Matic, after the Serbian completed a £40 million move to Man United earlier this week. The Blues’ boss, Antonio Conte, is eyeing Leicester City midfielder Danny Drinkwater, as the Italian looks to strengthen his midfield. Conte is known to be a long-term…
Chelsea have emerged as the surprise suitors for Everton’s wantaway starlet Ross Barkley, reports The Sun. The Blues look all but set to steal a march on fellow rivals Tottenham Hotspur for the signature of the attacking midfielder. Spurs have remained the frontrunners to acquire the services of the 23-year-old, but that position now seems…
Mauricio Pochettino has claimed that Chelsea’s club record summer signing Alvaro Morata turned down the chance to join Tottenham this summer, because he did not wish to play as a backup striker for Harry Kane. After a highly successful two-year stint at Juventus, there was no denying that Alvaro Morata was one of the most…
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is looking at Leicester City’s Danny Drinkwater as a potential candidate to replace Nemanja Matic, according to Sky Sports. After selling Matic to Man Utd, Chelsea are hunting for another midfielder to strengthen their midfield options. Having signed Tiemoue Bakayoko from Monaco, Conte still feels that there is a place for…
Manchester United have reportedly been scouting Chelsea forward Tammy Abraham, having sent their officials to watch the loanee in action for Swansea against Birmingham City on Saturday. Tammy, who signed a new five-year deal earlier this month with the Blues, has been viewed as one of the hottest emerging talents in Europe. The 19-year-old spent an…
Jose Mourinho looks all set to secure the services of Nemanja Matic, despite the great resistance offered by Antonio Conte. Manchester United and Chelsea have been engaged in a tussle all summer – at first for Romelu Lukaku, and then for Matic. The Reds sensationally snatched Blues’ target Lukaku to upset Conte, due to which…
It was quite a shocker for many as Antonio Conte revealed that his dream signing upfront would be Tottenham Hotspur’s Harry Kane. The Italian manager thought it best to reveal his thoughts after only recently signing Alvaro Morata from Real Madrid for £58 million. On paper, though, Kane stands out miles ahead. A regular starter for…
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has expressed his desire to have unquestionable authority over his players, and wants to take complete control of the dressing room at Stamford Bridge. As per the Evening Standard, Conte has ‘hinted his need for authority over the players’ after his decision to leave Diego Costa out of his plans for this…
Premier League Champions Chelsea have sent Kenedy home, cutting short his pre-season tour with the club, after the winger posted offensive comments about China on social media, according to various reports. The Blues, who could have faced a ban from China had they not sent the 21-year-old back, have issued an apology which stated their…
Spanish striker Alvaro Morata made a sensational move to Premier League champions Chelsea last week, after almost joining Manchester United, but only for the transfer to stall. The Blues’ new No. 9 has now labelled the move to Stamford Bridge as ‘destiny,’ and he added that it is a dream come true to play under…
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Chelsea plays in the Premier League – a competition it has managed to win on 6 occasions. The Blues have also won several other major titles, such as 8 FA Cups, 5 League Cups, 4 Community Shields, 1 UEFA Champions League, 2 UEFA Europa Leagues, 2 UEFA Cups Winners’ Cup, and 1 UEFA Super Cup.
The club has also been home to some of the best players in the world. Chelsea’s list of legends includes the likes of Gianfranco Zola, Didier Drogba, Frank Lampard, John Terry, and Petr Cech, amongst numerous others. Superstars like Hakim Ziyech, Willian, Christian Pulisic, Mateo Kovacic, and Mason Mount currently play for the Blues.
Chelsea teams have always worn blue shirts, and their current club crest consists of the ceremonial blue lion holding a staff. The club’s home ground is Stamford Bridge.
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