As the transfer window continues in earnest it seems Chelsea are willing to do a lot of business as they are in the market for a new attacker. After sealing the deal for Christian Pulisic early in this January transfer window, Chelsea are looking to strengthen their attacking department despite signing the new strikers and they have been linked with a move for PSV attacker Hirving Lozano. According to popular Italian outlet Calciomercato, the Blues have sight their gaze on the player so as to have more attacking options in the teams, with Álvaro Morata almost out and their sources also claim that Olivier Giroud might also be leaving the Stamford Bridge at the end of the season. Bad times for United fans flowing Solskjaer’s claim The PSV winger has been … [Read more...]
Chelsea vs Southampton: Sarri to give this player a start
The Blues recorded their first back-to-back victory in recent weeks as they defeated Crystal Palace on Sunday, thanks to N’Golo Kante's wonderful goal. They will be hoping to make it three straight wins when they tackle Southampton at Stamford Bridge. The Blues are comfortably sitting in the fourth position with a five-point gap ahead of their closest rivals Arsenal in the race for a place in next year's Champions League competition. Sarri could be forced to feature Alvaro Morata from the start due to the current injury crises facing his team. The Italian manager saw his centre-forward Olivier Giroud got injured in Sunday's win at the Selhurst Park and he's tipped to hand the Spanish forward a lifeline to reinvigorate his Chelsea career CHELSEA PREDICTED … [Read more...]
Seria A star rejects Chelsea, says he is not interested
Chelsea are set to miss out on a January transfer for Inter Milan striker Mauro Icardi after pundit David Amoyal confirmed that the Argentine hitman won’t leave when the transfer market reopens. He talked about Chelsea and Mauro Icardi on calcioland podcast. 2012 Champions League winners Chelsea are on the search for a first choice striker after Spanish international player Alvaro Morata failed to perform consistently in that role. The former Real Madrid and Juventus star has been able to score just 22 goals in 69 appearances since his multi-million pounds move in 2017. Arsenal, Inter Milan preparing January move for versatile defender The Blues are long-term admirers of Mauro Icardi and they have been heavily linked with the player dating back to when … [Read more...]
Higuain Will Join Chelsea On One Condition According to Transfer Expert
AC Milan striker Gonzalo Higuain will only join Premier League side Chelsea on one condition according to transfer guru David Amoyal. The journalist spoke about Chelsea and Higuain on Calcioland podcast. According to him, Italian Serie A giants Juventus must sanction his move to Chelsea before the transfer can be completed. David Amoyal thinks that’s the only condition needed for the Argentine international player to move to Stamford Bridge when the winter transfer window reopens in three days time. Gonzalo Higuain is on a season-long loan deal at AC Milan from rivals Juventus after the Rossoneri paid €18m for his loan contract with the option to make it a permanent transfer for €36m. United 'ready farewell message' opens exit door for controversial … [Read more...]
Man United Legend Offers Transfer Advice To Sarri At Chelsea
Former Everton and Manchester United midfielder Phil Neville has offered some words of transfer advice to new Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri ahead of the winter transfer market scheduled to begin at the start of next month. Phil Neville was speaking as a BBC Match of the Day pundit while he told Italian tactician Sarri what he must do to improve his team. The Manchester United legend was Frank in his assessment of the striker’s situation at Chelsea as he stated that the form of talisman Eden Hazard in a false nine role is papering over the cracks and that the Blues have to sign a new striker in January. Gary Neville hints at Mourinho’s confusion He was reacting to the Blues’ 2-1 away victory over Watford on Boxing Day. Eden Hazard started the game as … [Read more...]
8 goals in 14 games, this player could be the best solution to Chelsea’s problem
Former Real Madrid striker Alvaro Morata is reportedly set to partway with Chelsea after enduring a nightmarish spell at Stamford Bridge. In his first season with the West London club, Morata scored just 11 goals. This season hasn't fared better for the Spaniard who has scored just five goals from 14 League games. According to Calciomercato, the 26-year-old striker is being tracked by Serie A side AC Milan and they are leading the race for his signature. The Italian media outlet also revealed that Juventus are equally looking to re-sign the player who spent two seasons with them. If the Blues must compete with Manchester City and Liverpool for this season's Premier League title, Maurizio Sarri must have a proven goalscorer in the mould of Robert … [Read more...]
Chelsea Boss Shuts Down Transfer Rumours For England Striker
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri has shut down transfer reports of a possible Blues transfer for in-form Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson when the transfer window reopens next month. Italian tactician Sarri spoke about Callum Wilson and a possible move to Chelsea during his pre-match press conference on Friday ahead of the weekend’s game in the Premier League. Sarri and Chelsea host Leicester City in a Matchweek 18 league clash at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening. When asked about Callum Wilson, Maurizio Sarri responded by saying that he does not want to talk about him before adding that the Blues won’t sign the recently capped England international. Arsenal vs Burnley: A must win match for Unai Emery Sarri went on to joke that he doesn’t want to … [Read more...]
Chelsea suffer setback in pursuit of Morata replacement
Chelsea have suffered a setback in their pursuit of West Ham star Marko Arnautovic after his agent stated that he will move to the Serie A in the coming transfer window. Marko Arnautovic has made his intention to leave the club known and Chelsea are set to have him join the Stamford Bridge. The Hammers are currently struggling in the Premier League this season as they sit 13th in the Premier League table despite spending over a £100 million in the summer to have a robust squad. However, Marko Arnautovic has made it known that he will not remain at the club because he has struggled to impress as well, wishing he plays for a bigger clubs like Chelsea. Better than Monreal? Arsenal desperate to sign this pacey left back There is no doubt that the … [Read more...]
See the Arsenal player that made Jamie Redknapp’s team of the week
Last week produced lots of interesting fixtures and results with the game between Arsenal and Liverpool believed to be the biggest match of the week while the 6-1 thrashing of Southampton by Manchester City remains the biggest result of the week. When Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp was asked to pick his team of the week, he was quick to mention Arsenal attacker Alexandre Lacazette in his line-up after the player scored the goal that helped the North London team snatch a point from their visitors. Earlier suggestions are that new Arsenal recruit Lucas Torreira would get the nod of any pick for the team of the week but that didn’t happen with the Sky Sports pundit. Man United and Chelsea asked to pay £50million for an experienced defender – Sky … [Read more...]
‘Giroud doesn’t need to score to be successful’ – Maurizio Sarri ahead of Burnley game
Chelsea will be making a trip to the Turf Moor this weekend where they will play against Burnley in the English Premier League. The Blues are likely to pick up all three points in the game, with Eden Hazard likely to miss the match owing to a back injury, the goalscoring roles will be shifted to the wingers, midfielders or even defenders, this is because the Blues strikers, Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud are not prolific goals scorers. However, Coach Maurizio Sarri in a recent statement has come to the aid of his strikers. According to the Italian, Olivier Giroud doesn't need to score goals to be successful this season so long he remains useful to the team. UEL: Chelsea players rating vs Mol Vidi The France international has made 10 appearances for … [Read more...]
What Morata did in training to earn a start against Man United
One of the biggest mistakes Chelsea new manager, Maurizio Sarri has made since his arrival at Stamford Bridge was starting Spain international, Alvaro Morata against Man Utd over the weekend. Contrary to public opinion, Coach Sarri dropped former Arsenal star, Olivier Giroud on the bench and started Morata in his place. But it looks as if Sarri is not to be blamed completely for the wrong selection, this is because he was obviously pushed by what he saw during the Blues training ahead of the match against Man Utd. Chelsea striker, Alvaro Morata put up some great performances during the training session prior to the match against Man Utd but he was unable to replicate same on the pitch on Saturday. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H8VhKeSu5hk Alvaro … [Read more...]
Why Alvaro Morata should not be blamed for his poor performance
Chelsea striker, Alvaro Morata, who join the Blues from Real Madrid in July 2017 as a replacement for Diego Costa has been unable to perform at Chelsea in terms of scoring goals. Last season saw the Blues former coach, Antonio Conte drop him off completely from the squad while starting Olivier Giroud in his place. This season, new coach Maurizio Sarri decided to give him some playing time ahead of Olivier Giroud, however, the Spain international has been unable to score more than two goals as he seems to lack the confidence to score and at times he looks tactless. Chelsea star determined to leave and already knows his next destination But it came to a head yesterday when coach Maurizio Sarri went ahead to start him ( an action the Italian later … [Read more...]
Chelsea vs Man Utd: Rudiger and Barkley shines, Chelsea player ratings
The biggest match this weekend between Chelsea and Man Utd came to an end with a draw (2 - 2.) Many had tipped Chelsea to grab all three points but Coach Jose Mourinho and Man Utd today proved they still have some great performances up their sleeves. As expected Jose Mourinho man marked Eden Hazard using Ashley Young, who did some great job by frustrating the Belgium striker. Chelsea had two goals thanks to the efforts from Antonio Rudiger and Ross Barkley. Below are the ratings of Chelsea Players against Man United 1. Kepa Arrizabalaga (6): the Blues goalkeeper was stable in the first half as Man Utd didn't constitute a threat. He also made a great save to deny Juan Mata a goal but there was nothing he could do about Anthony Martial's goal as Chelsea … [Read more...]
UEFA Nations League: How Spain Plan England’s Fall
England will be travelling to Spain today (Monday) with the majority of their Premier League players for the return leg of the UEFA Nations League. Luis Enrique will hope to keep his pride by not losing at home hence, he is expected to field his strongest team against their English visitors. Familiar to English Team, David de Gea favours a start ahead of new Chelsea recruit Kepa Arrizabalaga in the goal post. Also, Chelsea duo, Marcos Alonso and Cesar Azpilicueta should get the nod in the full-back positions. The latter will take the place in the absence of Dani Carvajal who is injured. This remains an advantage to the Spanish team knowing the two fullbacks are familiar with the English attack. Chelsea’s Alvaro Morata would have been a good pick for … [Read more...]
Andriy Shevchenko sends important message to Alvaro Morata
Former Chelsea player and one time Ballon d'Or winner, Andriy Shevchenko, has reached out to Chelsea striker, Alvaro Morata. The legendary goal scorer, who also had a poor moment at Chelsea advised the struggling Morata to be more clinical in terms of scoring goals. Alvaro Morata has found himself struggling to score goals for Chelsea since his arrival from Real Madrid. This season has seen the Blues striker score just two goals ( against Arsenal in the EPL and against Mol Vidi in the UEL) which is too low for a player of his calibre. His performance has further raised speculations whether he is another Fernando Torres - who also struggled to perform for the Blues and had to take the exit earlier than expected. Andriy Shevchenko in his statement quoted … [Read more...]
Alvaro Morata – What Eden Hazard told me about his transfer decision
The big story at Stamford Bridge in the last 48 hours has been about Eden Hazard undecided future. Chelsea talisman, Eden Hazard has refused to extend his contract at the club and has indicated his interest to play for Real Madrid. The Blues and fans alike are equally worried over a possible departure of the star if not in January then likely at the end of the season. Well, Chelsea striker and Spain international, Alvaro Morata, who is currently on international holiday break at his home country disclosed he has spoken with Eden Hazard. According to Morata, who once played at Real Madrid, the player made it known that it is not as if the Belgium star wants to leave Chelsea but if Real Madrid makes the offer it wouldn't be an impediment. He hinted that … [Read more...]
Abramovich may have found the perfect replacement for Diego Costa
Chelsea have been struggling with a perfect striker since the departure of Spain international, Diego Costa. Spain International, Diego Costa was a prolific goal scorer at Stamford Bridge before he was sold by the Blues former coach, Antonio Conte in a controversial manner. Following the departure of Diego Costa, Chelsea signed his fellow countryman, Alvaro Morata to the squad but since his arrival at Chelsea, Morata has been struggling to perform. Alvaro Morata, who was great at Real Madrid doesn't have the confidence to score in England. The Blues went on to sign Arsenal star, Olivier Giroud thinking he will do a better job but the former Gunner seems to be a nice guy kind of striker, who prefers to make goal assists rather than score. Looking at … [Read more...]
One question Maurizio Sarri must answer before Chelsea play Southampton tomorrow
Chelsea will travel to Southampton this weekend to play their eight-match in the EPL. Unlike the game against Liverpool, last weekend which was majorly based on tactics and ball possessions, the game against Southampton will be a different altogether. This is because Southampton are known for their physical style of play which will bring about the question on the player to start at the forefront. At the moment Chelsea have two strikers, Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud both of whom are underperformers. Alvaro Morata, this season has been able to score two goals against Arsenal and Mol Vidi. The Spain International likes to play where there is space but Southampton wouldn't give them that luxury on Sunday. Olivier Giroud, on the other hand, is yet to … [Read more...]
Video: Giroud reaction when Alvaro Morata missed the first goal against Mol Vidi
Chelsea played against Hungarian side, Mol Vidi in the Uefa Europa League on Thursday evening. The Blues had a lot of chances to score more than one goal against Mol Vidi but Alvaro Morata lost most of the goal chances before he finally found the back of the net. There was one particular scene that would have been a goal for Chelsea but Alvaro Morata took the wrong kick. Many of the Blues felt sorry for the Spanish striker with many believing he doesn't have the confidence to score goals for Chelsea. When Alvaro Morata missed the chance, the camera showed the reaction on the face of Chelsea second striker, Olivier Giroud seated on the bench. The world cup star felt sorry for Alvaro Morata and went ahead to stare at the replay on the screen of the giant … [Read more...]
‘If scoring makes him cry, then I hope to see him cry often’ – Sarri
Chelsea striker, Alvaro Morata put up an emotional celebration after his goal yesterday and Sarri says he hopes to see more of that. The second rated tournament in Europe, Uefa Europa league went down in England last night with Chelsea playing against Mol Vidi at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea won their first game against Greek club, PAOK, a few weeks back and have added a second win after they defeated Mol Vidi last night. The Blues striker, Alvaro Morata gave the home team their only goal in the second half of the match but the goal celebration turned out to be very emotional. Alvaro Morata, who had his first goal for Chelsea in August against Arsenal was spotted in tears after his second goal of the season last night. The Spaniard was seen placing his … [Read more...]
Why Gary Cahill is happy for Alvaro Morata after ending his goal drought
Chelsea center back defender, Gary Cahill has revealed his excitement after Chelsea striker, Alvaro Morata ended his goal drought. The Blues played host to Hungarian side, Mol Vidi in the Uefa Europa League last night at Stamford Bridge. Going by the match highlight, the game was quite difficult with the Blues losing some goal chances until Spain International and Chelsea striker, Alvaro Morata found the back of the net to give Chelsea the much needed goal. The Spaniard went emotional during his goal celebration with teammates joining him in the action. However, Chelsea center back defender, Gary Cahill in a post-match statement disclosed how happy he was for Alvaro Morata to have been able to break the goal drought jinx which had held him back from scoring … [Read more...]
Explicit reasons why Sarri is not worried about Morata and Giroud performance
Chelsea at the moment doesn't have a talented striker, with the duo of Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud struggling to perform their role of scoring goals for the Blues. Spain international, Alvaro Morata is in his 2nd campaign at Stamford Bridge but he has so far performed below expectation unlike when he was at Real Madrid. The 25-year-old striker has a single goal to his name this season and is fast losing his spot to former Arsenal point man and France international, Olivier Giroud. Although Giroud is yet to find the back of the net for the Blues this season, he has been instrumental in terms of creating goal assists. A report from Stamford Bridge disclosed that Alvaro Morata could leave in the January transfer window if his performance doesn't improve … [Read more...]