Chelsea will come up against Stoke City at the Stamford Bridge and are expected to pick up the maximum points. A win for them will edge the Blues closer to equaling Arsenal’s 14-game winning streak. However, the Blues might find it had breaking down the Potteries defence due to their solidity and even similar tactics of three-man defence line. But going by their current form, they could easily get three points since they are playing at home. In their usual 3-4-3 formation, Thibaut Courtois is expected to keep his place between the sticks. David Luiz, Gary Cahill and Cesar Azpilicueta are expected to retain the three-man defence line. N'Golo Kante returns to the squad to pair Nemanja Matic in the defensive midfield area. Moses and Alonso keep … [Read more...]
Chelsea Ace Keen On Irresistible La Liga Switch
Blues goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is reportedly interested in a move to the Santiago Bernabeu in the summer. Reports in the Sun claim that the Belgium international is open to a return to the La Liga and will seriously consider Real Madrid's offer despite being happy at Chelsea. Real President Florentino Perez held initial talks with Courtois and is poised to offer him an irrestible deal to lure him away from the Bridge at the end of the season. Although, Real also fear Chelsea might tie the keeper to a new long term deal before the summer in a bid to ward off their interested. Reports suggested that the Chelsea board are now looking to offer Courtois a huge pay rise but the Belgian seems to have set his sights on returning to the Spanish capital going by … [Read more...]
Conte Orders Chelsea To Sign Experienced Premier League Striker
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is reportedly keen on signing Swansea City striker Fernando Llorente next month. The Blues boss wants to bring the Spaniard to Stamford Bridge to deputise for Diego Costa who is currently on a fine goalscoring form, netting 13 goals so far and could win the Golden Boot if he continues in same fashion. Conte is said to be long-term admirer of the experienced forward and knows him well from their time together in Juventus. This move may force Michy Batshauyi out of the club, having failed to nail a starting spot in the Blues squad in the first half of the season already. Speaking at a press conference ahead of their clash this weekend, the Italian revealed plans in January. He said: “In January it’s always very difficult to buy. … [Read more...]
AC Milan Eye Deal For Top Chelsea Midfielder ‘Fabregas’
AC Milan are reportedly considering a move for Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas. Reports in Coriello dello Sport have it that the Rossoneri have lined up plans to sign Fabregas as their takeover draws near. Milan boss Vincenzo Montella is said to be prepared to swoop a number of stars as they enter into a new era as consortium Sino-Europe completes its takeover from Silvio Berlusconi in March. Reports suggests that the San Siro outfit have made the Blues midfielder their prime target with speculations that they might also look to bring in Real Madrid star Isco. Fabregas has seen his chances limited at the Stamfrod Bridge as Antonio Conte prefers to use Nemanja Matic and N'Golo Kante depsite the Italian boss praising the qualities of the former Barca … [Read more...]
English Boss Prepares Double Swoop For Blues Heroes
Harry Redknapp has set his sights on signing John Terry and Frank Lampard if he lands the Swamsea job. Reports in the Sun have it that the Englishman is one of the candidates for the vacant coaching job at Liberty stadium and it appears the former Tottenham Hotspurs boss is ready to return to management. The Swans sacked Bob Bradley after just eleven games due to his poor run in the Premier League and Redknapp has signified his interest to coach the Welsh team. He told Talksport: “It sounds interesting – it sounds a challenge. “Swansea are a good club and it would be a tough challenge, but a good challenge. “It’s a great club – where they’ve come from and what they’ve done, and the atmosphere there is absolutely fantastic. “It’s a tough job for … [Read more...]
Chelsea Set To Rival Bayern Munich For Dutch 5 ft 9 Powerhouse
Chelsea are prepared to rival Bayern Munich for the signature of Stefan de Vrij, according to reports. The Dutch ace has reportedly told Lazio he wants to leave in the January transfer window and Chelsea are believed to be interested in signing the centre-back. De Vrij who is considered as one of the best ball-playing defenders in Europe has been linked with a move to the Premier League in the past with Arsenal and Manchester United said to be interested. Italian newspaper ll Tempo has claimed that Antonio Conte is in for the Lazio defender who is out of contract in 18 months and has made it clear that he will not be signing another contract. But reports have it that the German champions are also keen on getting De Vrij to the Allainz Arena to deputize … [Read more...]
Chelsea Set To Splash £55m On Virgil Van Dijk
Chelsea are reportedly preparing a £55 million for Southampton defender Virgil Van Dijk in January. The Dutchman has been a subject of interest from a host of clubs in the Premier League due to his impressive form for the Saints since he joined. The Blues are said to be keen on bringing the former Celtic centre-back to the Stamford Bridge but will face a transfer battle from the likes of Manchester United and Liverpool who also considering a swoop for the towering defender. Meanwhile, Manchester City might join in the race, having missed out on deals for Aymeric Laporte and Leonardo Bonucci. Reports in the Daily Mail have it that Chelsea and Manchester City are the frontrunners in the race. Southampton are believed to be asking for £55m to let Van Dijk … [Read more...]
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