Chelsea youngster Kenedy has returned to Stamford Bridge after a poor loan spell with Watford. Hornets boss Walter Mazzari has revealed the 20-year-old who joined Watford on a season-long loan has returned to his parent club, Chelsea due to a niggling knee injury which has made him play only 15 minutes for the club during their defeat to Burnley earlier this season. Mazzarri said: ‘Kenedy went back to Chelsea, ‘He was a player we never had time to evaluate because he was injured the whole time.’ Confirming Kenedy's return to … [Read more...]
Arsene Wenger Reveals Why Chelsea Are Title Favorites
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has tipped Chelsea to win the Premier League title this season following their impressive record in the League. It appears the Gunners boss has conceded the title to their league rivals after he admitted Chelsea are 'wonderful candidates' to win the Premier League title. The Frenchman said: "Chelsea are doing extremely well and will be wonderful candidates for the title – but there are no stand out favorites. "It’s very open and interesting. A challenge of consistency." Arsenal fans will be gutted by this … [Read more...]
Thierry Henry Admits Chelsea Star Is The Best Striker In Premier League
Arsenal legend Thierry Henry has reckoned that Diego Costa is the best striker in the Premier League. The 27-year-old has grabbed 12 goals so far this season and looks to be in an impressive form which the Frenchman believes should be overlooked. Henry said on Sky Sports: ‘I think he’s fitter, he doesn’t have a problem with his body, ‘Sometimes when you’re not well playing a game, sometimes it does play on your mind. If you also end up losing, the run that they had last year doesn’t help, when you’re a guy like Diego Costa, to not … [Read more...]
Legend Delivers Verdict On Chelsea’s Title Hopes
Thierry Henry believes Chelsea's real test will come during tight schedule of games in the Christmas period. The Blues have shown so far that they are real contenders for the English Premier League title this season, amassing the most points so far but the Arsenal legend has revealed Antonio Conte's men will be tested over the Christmas period. Henry told Sky Sports: "Listen, it is always a test in this league. We all know how difficult it is to play in the festive period. "When I say that he has the week and he is not in the … [Read more...]
Box-To-Box Midfielder Sends Cryptic Message To Antonio Conte
Chelsea star Willian has talked up his chances of getting back into the starting eleven under Antonio Conte. The Brazilian ace was a key figure for the Blues prior to the arrival of the Italian boss and even impressed while they struggled in the league last season. But has not cut it under Conte who has preferred to deploy Pedro and Moses on the wings. Willian hailed the Blues boss for his support and reckons he needs to find his form as he fights back into a starting berth at the Stamford Bridge. The 28-year-old told the club's website: “I … [Read more...]
Chelsea Overtakes Manchester United’s Incredible Premier League Record
Chelsea has made history as the first side to go on nine-game winning run on five separate occasions. The Blues have been in a brilliant form this season since their 3-0 loss to Arsenal which prompted Antonio Conte to switch to 3-4-3 formation at the start of October. The 1-0 win over West Bromvich Albion courtesy a second-half strike by Diego Costa helped Chelsea to seal a narrow victory to claim a ninth consecutive triumph in the Premier League this season. Prior to this feat, Manchester United were level with the Stamford … [Read more...]
Antonio Conte Calls Out Star Defender Over His Role With Three Lions
Conte has instructed John Terry to focus more on playing rather than coaching for now. Following earlier revelations from the English veteran that he is pondering on switching to football management. The Italian boss has said he should do more on the pitch than planning his retirement already. The 47-year-old said: “John has great experience. “But now it’s important to be focused to play because, for now, he’s a footballer. “In the future he can take this decision to become a manager. I think he can, for sure.” Earlier this week, it … [Read more...]
Conte Admits Blues Star Is Giving Him Selection Headache
Conte has confessed Cesc Fabregas could force his way back into his plans at the Stamford Bridge. The Spaniard was part of the Blues squad that defeated Manchester city last Saturday and appears to have won over Conte's heart after the manager admitted he has been given a big selection headache ahead of their match against West Bromvich Albion this weekend. When asked the performance of the former Arsenal skipper, he said: ‘I have to have this kind of decision for every game, ‘I think he was good. he took his opportunity and I have a … [Read more...]
Chelsea Boss Refuses To Rule Sanchez Move
Antonio Conte has refused to rule a possible move for Alexis Sanchez. Following reports that the Chilean international could be set for a Blues switch, Conte has further fueled the speculations by refusing to hit the nail on the head when asked about the possibility of signing the 27-year-old. The Italian boss: “I don’t think it’s right to talk about other players of other teams. It’s not right,” “But now we are totally focused on the next game against West Bromwich. January or next season ar every far [away] for us, but it’s not right to … [Read more...]
Chelsea In Shock Move For Contract Rebel
Chelsea have reportedly set their sights on luring Alexis Sanchez to the Stamford Bridge. Reports in the Mirror have it that the Blues are attempting to lure to the Chilean who is the joint top scorer alongside Diego Costa. Sanchez is currently stalling on renewing his contract at the Emirates with reports he wants a bumper pay rise alongside Mesut Ozil, who had earlier hinted at a return to Real Madrid after admiring the qualities of Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane. It is understood that Antonio Conte is looking to sign Alexis Sanchez … [Read more...]
Conte Slams Aguero For His Horror Tackle On David Luiz
Antonio Conte has lashed out at Sergio Aguero for his horrific tackle on David Luiz last Saturday. The Argentine striker was banned by the FA for his lunging tackle on the Blues defender during the encounter between Chelsea and Manchester city at the Etihad last Saturday. Conte said: “This tackle was very bad. I watched the images and I was scared. “This tackle was very dangerous for David Luiz. “I have to check if he is able to play against West Brom on Sunday because it was very bad. “It will be very important for him and … [Read more...]