Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has revealed Nathan Ake could be recalled from Bournemouth. The 21-year-ols has impressed during his loan spell with the Cherries despite having a torrid start to life under Eddie Howe. The Chelsea youngster has been playing as a centre-back for Bournemouth and could offer Antonio Conte more options as the Italian boss looks to bolster his options for the second half of the Premier League. There are speculations that the youngster could return to his parent club after showing he could cut the grade in the Premier … [Read more...]
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Antonio Conte Finally Opens Up On Highly Rated Duos Transfer
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has lifted the lid on his side's rumored interest for Arturo Vidal and Ricardo Rodriguez. Chilean midfielder Vidal has been linked with a move to the Stamford Bridge and he also fuelled the speculation by 'liking' a post that suggested the move was on. Meanwhile, it is believed that Chelsea have made contact with Wolfsburg left-back Rodriguez ahead of a January transfer move. But Italian boss has revealed details about a potential move for the pair, Conte said: ‘I answer these questions always in the same way. ‘I … [Read more...]
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...]
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 … [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...]
Antonio Conte Hints At Move For Veteran English Midfielder
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has claimed Frank Lampard is still fit enough to play for the Blues. The 38-year-old paid a visit to the Stamford Bridge during their win over West Brom and the Italian boss has talked up the chances of having Lampard back in the team. He said: “It was very good; very nice to see him,” said Conte. “He's a legend for this club and it's fantastic when he comes to see the training sessions, to talk with us and stay with former team-mates. I found him in good form. And could Lampard pursue a career in coaching? “We … [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...]
Breaking! Antonio Conte Reveals Why Chelsea Will Win EPL Title
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has remained confident that his side will lift the Premier League title due to their experience in same position. The Blues are currently sitting at the top of the league table and have continued to impress under Conte who only took charge of the team in the summer. The Italian boss has now talked up Chelsea's chances of lifting the title because of their experience of being in this position. ‘I think we are working very well, are deserving this, and I’m very happy for the players. The players deserve this,’ he … [Read more...]
Antonio Conte Reveals Why This Striker Cannot Replace Diego Costa
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has revealed Michy Batshuayi is finding life difficult due to the physicality of the Premier league. The Belgium international arrived at Stamford Bridge in a £33 million deal from Marseille during the summer transfer window, but has not had the best of start to life in England. Batshuayi is now in contention to replace suspended Diego Costa in their match against Bournemouth on Boxing Day and Conte has said the striker is finding hard to adapt to life in the League. The Italian boss said: ‘Yes, I spoke about … [Read more...]
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