Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has issued out a warning to Eden Hazard’s potential suitors that the Chelsea playmaker is not for sale at any price. The Belgian star has been in fine form for the blues this season following the appointment of Antonio Conte as the club’s new manager last summer, and has been able to rediscover that kind of form that won him the PFA player of the year award back in 2015. His status as one of the Premier League’s top attacking players is bound to lead to speculation linking him with a possible transfer away from Chelsea to join clubs like Real Madrid or Barcelona. However, the former Juventus boss has moved to play down suggestions that the 26-year-old could be set to quit Stamford Bridge any time soon. Conte while speaking at his … [Read more...]
Chelsea Transfer Boost: Conte Closes In On La Liga Star As Deal With Striker Is Agreed
English Premier League giants Chelsea FC have been given a boost in their hopes of signing Alvaro Morata from La Liga side Real Madrid. Morata is one of Conte’s top targets for the summer as he seeks to bolster his squad further. Even though the blues are impressive and are on course for the EPL title, it appears Conte still need reinforcements with the addition of Champions League football. Additionally, Chelsea striker Diego Costa’s future is still uncertain after interest from China last month. Alvaro Morata wants more playing time at Madrid as he struggled to displace Karim Benzema this season. And according to reports in Spain, Benzema is to be offered a new deal at the Madrid club. And it is obvious that any new deal for Benzema would have a big … [Read more...]
Willian Reveals What He Thought When David Luiz Hit Free-Kick Against Liverpool
Chelsea’s 1-1 draw against Liverpool at Anfield at the end of January was a typical result that champions managing to grind out.Chelsea could have won the game, but a missed late penalty by Diego Costa. Samba star David Luiz gave the blues the lead with a brilliant free-kick in the first half. Liverpool goalie Simon Mignolet and the rest of Liverpool’s defence were caught off guard by the kick. They thought Willian would be the one who would take the free-kick after the winger placed the ball down and marched into position - but Luiz was the one who stepped up and smashed the ball home from 25 yards out. While we thought it was an act perfectly planned by the two Brazilians, we were wrong - because Willian too admitted he was surprised. When the duo appeared … [Read more...]
Martial Starts In Confirmed 4-2-3-1 Probable Lineup vs Watford
The anticipated game is here, and Manchester United have officially stated their starting XI against Watford: De Gea, Blind, Bailly, Smalling, Valencia, Herrera, Pogba, Mata, Mkhitaryan, Martial, Ibrahimovic Subs: Romero, Darmian, Fellaini, Rooney, Lingard, Rashford, Carrick United coach Jose Mourinho has recalled Anthony Martial back into Manchester United’s starting team as they face Watford today at Old Trafford. English midfielder Michael Carrick misses out as the Portuguese tactician has opted for a midfield three of Paul Pogba and Ander Herrera sitting behind Juan Mata or Henrikh Mkhitaryan in the No.10 role. Of course it is a good team there which is geared towards attacking football. Time for the red devils to get over the habit of frustrating … [Read more...]
Good News! Conte Finally Confirms Diego Costa Loves Chelsea And Will Stay!
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte insists that his star striker Diego Costa is “happy” to remain at Chelsea for the long-term. Last month, the Spanish superstar was heavily linked with a transfer to the Chinese Super League following a reported row with the Italian coach and Chelsea’s fitness coach - an incident which very briefly threatened to derail Chelsea's season. A situation where the Stamford Bridge club traveled to face Leicester City without the 28-year-old, as he had been excluded from the squad. And in the post-match press conference at King Power Stadium which focused almost solely on Diego Costa, the former Juventus manager continually refused to say that he wanted to retain the centre-forward. However, as things stand now, it seems the pair have … [Read more...]
Diego Costa ‘Bullied’ Teammate While In Training And Left Him ‘Helpless’
This season is sure a superb one for Chelsea goalscorer Diego Costa. The talented striker has been scoring goals for fun this season as his club have zoomed nine points clear at the top of the Premier League table. The Spanish forward already has 18 goals to his name and is just one goal behind Everton’s forward Romelu Lukakue who is currently the league’s top scorer, It is obvious Costa is a hardworking player. It shouldn't be difficult for anyone to see why the talented striker is enjoying a sublime run under manager Antonio Conte, given a stunning effort in Chelsea training he recently showed the world. As the blues practiced their free-kick drills, he uploaded a video on Instagram of a simply unstoppable strike that left the third-choice goalkeeper … [Read more...]
Frank Lampard Eventually Rejoins Chelsea Ahead Of Next Step In His Career
Former Chelsea fantastic midfielder Frank Lampard has rejoined Chelsea to complete his coaching badges as he decides on his next move as far as football is concern - which could include him becoming a manager. The Chelsea legend retired from football at the end of last January and is now weighing up his options in terms of going to become a coach. The former blues star reportedly rejected several offers to continue being a player, with Swansea being the notable club interested in signing him. He however will now pursue his coaching badges at the Stamford Bridge club. Lampard made 649 appearances for the blues and won 106 England caps in his playing time. Chelsea are still confident that he would remain loyal to them should he pursue a coaching … [Read more...]