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Chelsea Forward Denies Real Madrid Agreement

Chelsea talisman Eden Hazard has debunked transfer rumours claiming that he has an agreement in place to join outgoing European champions Real Madrid this summer. Hazard was quick to turn down the widespread transfer rumours when he faced reporters on Saturday in a pre-match press conference ahead of Belgium’s Euro 2020 qualifier against Cyprus on Sunday. The 28-year-old revealed that there’s nothing with Real Madrid before adding that his focus is on the game against Cyprus. Eden Hazard would be hoping to maintain his good form in the … [Read more...]

Giroud Wants More Playing Time At Chelsea

French national team manager Didier Deschamps has revealed that Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud wants more game time at the club. Deschamps spoke about Giroud in his pre-match thoughts ahead of the French team’s Euro 2020 qualifier against Iceland. Giroud has struggled for playing time at Chelsea especially in the Premier League. The 32-year-old played second fiddle to Spanish international Alvaro Morata for the first choice striker role at the start of the season and he has retained that status following the loan signing of Argentine … [Read more...]

Cagliari Chief Reveals Chelsea’s Interest In Barella

Cagliari president Tommaso Giulini has confirmed Chelsea’s interest in one of his players. In a recent interview with popular Italian transfer news outlet Corriere dello Sport, Giulini revealed that the Blues wanted to sign highly rated midfielder Nicolo Barella. According to him, Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri was interested in signing Barella. Tommaso Giulini also revealed that talks were held with Chelsea over the Italian international player. The Cagliari supremo went ahead to reveal the interest of both Inter Milan and … [Read more...]

Mikel Obi Narrates Father’s Kidnap Ordeal

Middlesbrough midfielder John Mikel Obi has opened up on his father’s kidnapping ordeal during last summer’s FIFA World Cup tournament in Russia. The former Chelsea player was on duty for the Super Eagles of Nigeria at the FIFA World Cup tournament in Russia while his father was being kidnapped. John Mikel Obi was informed of his father’s kidnap shortly before he led the Super Eagles for their final game in Group D of the tournament. Mikel Obi and Nigeria crashed out of the tournament after they were beaten 2-1 by two-time world champions … [Read more...]

Chelsea Winger Delighted With England Debut

Young Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi has expressed his delight after he made his debut for the Three Lions of England in their Euro 2020 qualifying clash with Czech Republic on Friday night. Hudson-Odoi played his first game for the senior side in their home game with Czech Republic. The 18-year-old came on as a second half substitute for hat-trick hero Raheem Sterling. Manchester City star Sterling scored a fantastic treble as England secured a 5-0 win over Czech Republic at the Wembley Stadium. Callum Hudson-Odoi had a hand in the … [Read more...]

Deschamps Defends ‘Underappreciated’ Giroud After France Heroics

French national team manager Didier Deschamps has leapt to the defence of striker Olivier Giroud after his heroics for France in their opening game of the Euro 2020 qualifiers. Chelsea striker Giroud was on target as world champions France thrashed hosts Moldova 4-1 to start their Euro 2020 qualifying campaign on a winning note. The 32-year-old was heavily criticised alongside Deschamps after his inclusion in the latest France squad for the start of the Euro 2020 qualifiers. He was picked for the France squad ahead of in-form players like … [Read more...]

Chelsea Striker On Target For France vs Moldova

Chelsea Striker Olivier Giroud was amongst the goals as world champions France got their Euro 2020 campaign to a winning start. Giroud and France started their campaign in Group B of the Euro 2020 qualifiers with a thumping 4-1 win over hosts Moldova. Two goals within three first half minutes from Antoine Griezmann and Raphael Varane gave the visitors a 2-0 lead before former Arsenal striker Giroud added a third goal for the French team in the 36th minute. It was a significant goal for Olivier Giroud who has now scored 34 goals in 88 … [Read more...]

Chelsea Target Denies Rift Rumours With Ronaldo

Real Madrid forward Gareth Bale has denied widespread rumours that he didn’t get along with Cristiano Ronaldo while both players were at the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu. Bale said to BT Sport’s "What I Wore" that he had no issues with the Portuguese national team skipper. The Welshman also added that he got along well with Cristiano Ronaldo and that the media was trying to create problems where there was none. Gareth Bale could follow Ronaldo out of Real Madrid with reports linking him back to the Premier League. The 29-year-old has been … [Read more...]

Ex-Chelsea Striker Narrates How Ibrahimovic Inspired Him At Man Utd

Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku has narrated how former teammate Zlatan Ibrahimovic inspired him during their time at the club. The former Chelsea player spent almost a season together with Ibrahimovic at Manchester United before the Swedish football legend left the club for Major League Soccer (MLS) side LA Galaxy. Zlatan Ibrahimovic spent almost two seasons at Old Trafford before leaving for the United States of America. He finished as the Red Devils’ topscorer in his one and only full season at the club with 28 goals in all … [Read more...]

No Offer For Chelsea Target – Frankfurt

German Bundesliga club Eintracht Frankfurt have confirmed that they are yet to receive any offer for in-form striker Luka Jovic. The latest development from the German club is in contrary to widespread reports which claimed that offers have already been submitted for the Serbian international player. According to Frankfurt's supervisory board chairman Wolfgang Steubing, no offer has been received for Luka Jovic. Wolfgang Steubing was speaking about Luka Jovic during a panel discussion in Frankfurt. Luka Jovic is one of the hottest … [Read more...]

Chelsea Fans Taunt Courtois After Costly Mistake vs. Russia

Belgium goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois has been subjected to fierce attacks from Chelsea fans after his mistake against Russia in their Euro 2020 qualifier on Thursday night. His mistake was one of the highlights of the game as Belgium saw off Russia via a 3-1 win. Chelsea fans have turned on Courtois after his controversial exit from the club last summer. With one year left on his then Chelsea contract, Thibaut Courtois forced his exit from the club as he sealed a £35m deal to Spanish La Liga giants Real Madrid at the start of the … [Read more...]

Euro 2020 Qualifiers: Hazard Hits Brace In Belgium Win

Chelsea fans will be delighted after star player Eden Hazard returned to form while on international duty with the Belgian national team. Hazard and Chelsea had fired blank in the last game before the international break. The Blues were beaten 2-0 by Everton in their Premier League meeting on Sunday evening as Chelsea missed out on the chance to close the gap on their rivals for a top-four spot. Hazard responded to that disappointment with Chelsea by scoring a brace to help Belgium to a 3-1 home win over Russia in the first game of their … [Read more...]

Chelsea Striker Facing Uncertain Future After Juventus Decision

Chelsea striker Gonzalo Higuain is facing an uncertain future following the news that parent club Juventus don’t want him back at the club this summer. Argentine international Higuain is on a short-term loan deal at Chelsea having joined the Blues from Italian Serie A champions Juventus at the start of this year. Gonzalo Higuain signed for the Blues in January shortly after he terminated his loan spell at Italian Serie A giants AC Milan. According to the publication from popular media portal Goal, Juventus don’t want Higuain to return to … [Read more...]

Chelsea Winger Backed For First England Cap

England national team legend Wayne Rooney has drummed up support for Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi who’s bidding to earn his first cap for the Three Lions in the upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers against Czech Republic and Montenegro. Rooney told Sky Sports that he would like to see Callum Hudson-Odoi in action for the Three Lions of England. Ex-Manchester United and Everton player Rooney plays his club football for Major League Soccer (MLS) club DC United at the moment. Wayne Rooney is eager to see the impact of the next generation of … [Read more...]

Roma Eyeing Summer Move For Chelsea Manager

Italian Serie A giants AS Roma are plotting a summer move for Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri according to widespread reports emanating from the British media. Maurizio Sarri is under a lot of pressure at Chelsea and AS Roma could capitalise on his situation at Stamford Bridge. According to the publication from popular media outlet Goal, AS Roma will target Sarri as their next manager if Chelsea sacks him. AS Roma are looking for a permanent manager after Eusebio Di Francesco was sacked earlier this month shortly after the Italians were … [Read more...]

Chelsea vs Conte Tribunal Kicks Off

Chelsea started the Premier League managers’ tribunal for the £9m compensation package for former manager Antonio Conte. Italian tactician Conte was sacked as the Chelsea manager last summer with one year left on his then contract at the club. The former Juventus and Italian national team manager wants Chelsea to pay a full compensation that will cover the salary for the final one year of his contract with the Blues. Antonio Conte is asking for a £9m compensation package but Chelsea are not willing to meet his demands. The Blues will … [Read more...]

Chelsea Loanee Unsurprised By Man City Interest In Atletico Teammate

Atletico Madrid striker Alvaro Morata is not surprised by the reported interest of Premier League champions Manchester City in club and international teammate Saul Niguez. Earlier reports had claimed that Manchester City are ready to spend as much as €80m in summer, in their bid to secure the transfer of Spanish international Saul Niguez from Atletico Madrid. Manchester City have made the signing of a new midfielder top priority ahead of this summer’s transfer window and Saul Niguez is the latest midfielder to be linked with a move to the … [Read more...]

Chelsea Loanee Banned For Three Games

Torino defender Ola Aina will miss the next three games for his Italian Serie A club after he was given a three-match ban. The Chelsea loanee was banned for three matches following his red card at the weekend. Ola Aina was sent off in the dying minutes of the league game between Torino and Bologna after receiving his second yellow card of the game. He then went on to confront centre referee Maurizio Mariani. Torino were surprisingly beaten 3-2 at home by Bologna who boosted their hopes of escaping relegation from the Italian Serie A with … [Read more...]

21-Goal Striker Sets Chelsea Target

Aston Villa striker Tammy Abraham is determined to stay at Chelsea when he returns to the club at the end of his loan spell in the Midlands. England international Tammy Abraham is on a season-long loan at Aston Villa having joined the English Championship club on the last day of last summer’s transfer window. Tammy Abraham has set a new Chelsea target for himself as revealed in his latest interview with Sky Sports. The Chelsea Academy graduate told reporters that his target is to stay in the first team having been sent on loan three times … [Read more...]

Giroud Salary Too High For French Suitors

Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud could leave the club this summer when his current deal at Stamford Bridge expires. The 32-year-old has few months left on the 18-month deal he penned when he became a Chelsea player in January 2018. Olivier Giroud became a Chelsea player at the start of last year after the Blues paid £18m to sign him from London rivals Arsenal. The French World Cup winner has had to be content with a backup role at the club since his transfer. He was the deputy to Chelsea’s main striker Alvaro Morata before the Spaniard was … [Read more...]

Chelsea Talisman ‘Not Working’ On Real Madrid Transfer

Chelsea forward Eden Hazard has debunked transfer rumours that he has set his sights on a move to outgoing European champions Real Madrid this summer. In an exclusive interview with VTM Nieuws, Chelsea talisman Hazard revealed that he’s not working on a transfer to Real Madrid. The 28-year-old was however quick to point out that he won’t mind leaving Chelsea. He also said that his immediate focus is to win the Europa League trophy with the Blues. Chelsea have been handed a relatively easy draw in the quarterfinals. Solskjaer must … [Read more...]

Kane Backs Chelsea Winger To Shine For England

Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane is adamant that young Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi will shine for the Three Lions of England despite his lack of experience at Premier League level. Callum Hudson-Odoi was promoted from the England U21 setup to the senior team on Monday by manager Gareth Southgate ahead of the Three Lions’ upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers against Czech Republic and Montenegro. In a news conference on Monday, Harry Kane revealed his confidence in the ability of Callum Hudson-Odoi as he pointed out that he has shown his … [Read more...]

Chelsea Target Is Top-Six Material – Club Legend

Former Crystal Palace midfielder Shaun Derry is sure that Eagles right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka has the quality to play for a top-six team in the Premier League. Crystal Palace legend Derry told Express Sport that both Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Wilfried Zaha can play for a big club in the Premier League. Crystal Palace defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka has enjoyed a remarkable rise at Selhurst Park this season in what’s his first campaign as a Premier League footballer. The 21-year-old broke into the first team at the start of this season and he has not … [Read more...]

Chelsea Target Close To Ending Inter Feud – Agent

Inter Milan striker Mauro Icardi is close to ending his feud with the club according to his agent and wife Wanda Nara. His agent was on Canal 5 programme Tiki Taka and she talked about the situation of her client/husband at Inter Milan. Wanda Nara also confirmed that a meeting has been scheduled between Mauro Icardi and Inter Milan officials for Friday. Mauro Icardi has been at loggerheads with Inter Milan since he was dropped as the club’s captain thereby leading to intense transfer rumours linking him with a move to other major European … [Read more...]

Top-Four Finish Is Possible – Chelsea Defender

Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta is adamant that the Blues can finish in the top four places at the end of this current Premier League season despite the latest setback against Everton. Azpilicueta and Chelsea came unstuck against the Toffees in their Premier League clash at the weekend to dent their top-four hopes. In his recent interview via Goal, the Spanish international reiterated his belief that the Blues can still make the Champions League next season via the Premier League. He urged his Chelsea teammates not to concentrate on … [Read more...]