Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel is keen on leaving Chelsea this January and has received four serious offers, according to reports. The Super Eagles captain has failed to nail a place under Antonio Conte since the start of the season and will look to exit the Stamford Bridge in January, and Inter Milan, Marseille and Valencia are all ready to sigh him; with reports of interest from China too. A source close to the player told ESPN: ‘All the offers are getting serious consideration but it is first and foremost about project football, and not about money. ‘That is why we are not considering the offer from China. ‘He also has a young family that is very important to him and he does not want to cause any upheaval in their lives. ‘Family is No. 1 priority … [Read more...]
Roma Set To Swoop For Chelsea Talented Midfielder
Roma are reportedly considering a loan move for Charly Musonda in January. The Chelsea midfielder has returned from Real Betis after a dry loan spell during the first half of the season and he is currently training with the Blues squad. Musonda who started life in La Liga on an impressive note began to struggle for form and fitness in the new season, only managing to start one game in the top flight this term. It is understood that Roma views the youngster as a replacement for Mohammed Salah who will go on international duties with the Egyptian national team at the Africa Cup of Nations in January. Conte has also hinted that Ruben Loftus-Cheek could be allowed to leave on loan next month in order to gain more experience. “I'm sure that Ruben has great … [Read more...]
Breaking! Chelsea Lines Up Replacement For Wanted International No.1
Chelsea have set sights on a summer deal for Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak as a potential replacement for Thibaut Courtois, according to reports. Following reports that Courtois could be on his way to Real Madrid next summer, the Blues have reportedly lined Oblak as his replacement. The Belgian said in September that he could consider a move back to the La Liga in future. although he has moved to debunk reports he will be leaving the Stamford Bridge anytime soon. Real Madrid who are prohibited from making transfer in January are believed to have held talks to sign Courtois next summer when their ban is lifted. It is understood that Antonio Conte is prepared for an offer for Madrid and have lined up a number of potential replacements for the … [Read more...]
Conte Opens Up On Transfer Plans for Michy Batshuayi
Antonio Conte has revealed that Michy Batshuayi will not be sent on loan in January. The 23-year-old striker who only just joined Chelsea from Marseille last summer transfer window, has not had the best of time due to his lack of playing chances. However, Conte has insisted that Batshuayi will not leave the club next month. ‘I won’t let him go on loan,’ said the Chelsea manager. ‘He’s a new player for Chelsea and to go on loan now is a defeat for the club and for me. Every decision I make is because I want to win. I try to make the best decision for the team but I am sure Michy will have the possibility to play in the future. ‘I wanted to give him the opportunity to play and have another appearance and it happened at the end. ‘We have to continue to … [Read more...]
Chelsea Keeping Tabs On Veteran Bundesliga Free-kicker
Chelsea reportedly sent scouts to monitor Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Hakan Calhanopglu. Reports in the Daily Mirror have it that Antonio Conte has sent scouts to keep tabs on the impressive midfielder. Calhanoglu has been on Chelsea's radar for a while and Conte beleives a deal to bring him to the Stamford Bridge could materialise. Arsenal are also keen admirer of the attacking midfielders qualities and may also content with the Blues for his signature. Although, the Gunners have abundant talent in the attacking midfield positions The Turkish star is known for his passing and free-kick abilities and has continued to be an impressive performer for Leverkusen this season, with four goals and four assists in 13 Bundesliga appearances so far. Reports … [Read more...]
Chelsea Intensify Chase To Sign Powerful Box-To-Box Midfielder
Chelsea have reportedly renewed their interest in Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan. Reports in the Times newspaper claims that the Blues will make a take-it or leave offer for the midfielder next month after missing out on him during the last summer transfer window. Antonio Conte is keen to bring in a new central midfielder in the winter window as replacement for Oscar who has joined Shanghai SIPG. Although, Nainggolan had earlier debunked reports that he will be moving in January. ‘I’d rather stay at Roma until the end of the season,’ Nainggolan told Fan magazine. ‘There are no reasons to leave at the moment.’ Despite his latest comments, the Blues are said to be keen on their efforts to lure him to the Stamford Bridge. Chelsea has also shown … [Read more...]
Antonio Conte Reveals Why Batshuayi Did Not Start Against Bournemouth
Antonio Conte has revealed that Michy Batshuayi did not start the game against Bournemouth because he is still adapting to life in the Premier League. Following Diego Costa's suspension for the match against the Cherries, there were suggestions that Batshuayi will be given the opportunity to start the game and impress the Italian boss in the process but it appears Antonio Conte thinks otherwise. He said: ‘This is the first time we played without a real forward, we tried this in training and I think for us at the moment this situation is the best, but I don’t forget Michy because he is a young player with great talent,’ ‘He is adapting to this league and it is football, in the future I trust in him.’ Goals from Pedro and Eden Hazard ensured the Blues … [Read more...]
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