Chelsea striker Diego Costa could be set for a stunning move to the Chinese Super League following his row with Antonio Conte. The 28-year-old striker has been left out of the squad that will play Leicester City at the King Power stadium on Saturday after disagreeing with Conte over his fitness issues. Reports have it that Costa complained about having a pain at his back which was debunked by the Italian boss and his medical staff, and got the striker furious. Following the incident, Costa's agent Jorge Mendes was spotted alongside Tianjin … [Read more...]
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Conte Issues Response To Thibaut Courtois Transfer To Real Madrid
Antonio Conte has insisted that Thibaut Courtois is going nowhere despite reports linking him to Real Madrid. The Blues keeper has been heavily linked with a move to the Santiago Bernabeu next summer, with reports that the La Liga giants have made initial contact with him. However, Conte is adamant that Courtos will not leave Chelsea. ‘I think it’s not important to clarify the situation,’ Conte told reporters. ‘Thibaut, for me, is one of the best, if not the best goalkeeper in the world. He’s working very well, he stays with us, this is … [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 … [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 … [Read more...]
Ex-Gunner Rips Into Conte’s 3-4-3 Tactics At Chelsea
Former Arsenal star Paul Merson has taken swipe at Antonio Conte's 3-4-3 formation. Chelsea has had the best of times in the Premier League so far having switched to 3-4-3 formation following their 3-0 defeat in the hands of Arsenal early October. Conte has successfully deployed a three-man defence in the formation much to the surprise of many. The Italian boss had earlier used same formation while he was manager of Juventus where it worked perfectly. However, Merson believes the only reason why the Blues have done well in the Premier … [Read more...]
Conte: Why Kante, Costa Suspension Is Best For Chelsea
Antonio Conte has claimed that missing the duo of Diego Costa and N'Golo Kante against Bournemouth is 'a good test' for them. The impressive duo of Diego Costa and N'Golo Kante are suspended in the game against Bournemouth, but the Italian believes his men will respond effectively to the absence of the suspended pair, insisting it is important to test the squad depth. "For this reason this is a good test for us because we play this game without two of our important players for our team," he said. "For this reason it's important for this … [Read more...]
Chelsea Legend Issues Stern Warning To Conte About Rodriguez’s Transfer
Former Chelsea striker Tony Cascarino has claimed Antonio Conte will be mistaken by signing James Rodriguez. The Blues are heavily linked with a move for the Colombian midfielder with reports that Conte views him as a replacement for China-bound Oscar, although reports in Spain have it that Real Madrid are stalling on the sale of the midfielder next month but will be ready for talks next summer. James Rodriguez also revealed that he was open to offers in January and it is believed that he has fallen out with Real boss Zinedine Zidane due to … [Read more...]
Chelsea Youngster Reveals How Conte Is Helping Loan Players
Chelsea youngster Tammy Abraham has hailed Antonio Conte's efforts in improvement of the club's loan players. The 19-year-old striker has been in an electric form with Bristol City where he joined in the summer on a season-long loan, scoring 13 goals so far in the English Championships. Abraham who had earlier admitted he is pushing for a return to Stamford Bridge, has now credited Antonio Conte for giving him the confidence to perform well even while on loan. He told the London Evening Standard: ‘Conte looks interested in the youngsters … [Read more...]
Conte Lifts Lid On His January Transfer Plans
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has revealed he will make some possible transfers in January. Having started life in the Premier league with a bang, the Italian boss is set to hold talks with Chelsea board over possible transfer reinforcements in the January window. Following their 11th straight victory over Crystal Palace last Saturday, the Blues are now seven points clear off their rivals on the league table after 16 games. And the club owner, Roman Abramovich has impressed with their performances so far and now willing to give Conte a … [Read more...]
Conte Hints At Replacement For Want-away Playmaker
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has hinted that Chelsea are ready to bring in a replacement for want-away Brazilian playmaker, Oscar. Following reports that Oscar could set to leave the Stamford Bridge to seal a transfer to Chinese Super League to join former Blues boss, Andre Villas-boas at Shanghai SIPG in a deal worth £52million. The Blues are reportedly preparing deals to replace the playmaker and Conte has now revealed he might have found a perfect replacement in the attacking midfield for the Blues. Asked if he’d discussed replacing Oscar … [Read more...]
Conte Closely Monitoring This Serie A Midfielder
Chelsea are closely monitoring Genoa midfielder Diego Laxalt according to his agent. Antonio Conte is keen on bringing the midfielder to Stamford Bridge as per his agent, Vincenzo D’Ippolito who revealed there are offers on the table for the 23-year-old. Chelsea are understood to be actively being in the market for new signings after their success in the League so far. Vincenzo D’Ippolito has revealed Conte is interested signing Laxalt having watched him since his days as Juventus boss and has continued to monitor his situation … [Read more...]
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