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Finally, Branislav Ivanovic Set To Seal Stunning Transfer Move

Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic is reportedly set to complete a stunning move to Zenit St Petersburg. Ivanovic has seen his chances reduce at the Stamford Bridge which sparked transfer speculations regarding his future and the latest reports have it that a move to Russia might materialise in coming days. Reports in the MailOnline claim that the Serbian defender is in talks to move to Zenit and a deal could be thrashed this weekend. The 32-year-old is one of the oldest players in the current Blues side after his arrival from Lokomotiv … [Read more...]

Chelsea To Pay £12m For Andrea Conti This Month

Chelsea have been asked to shell out £12 million to Atalanta defender Andrea Conti for a potential move this month. The 22-year-old has been monitored by the Blues for quite a while and could move for him but will have rival La Liga side, Sevilla for his signature. Reports in Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport claim that the Blues will have to pay £12 million to sign Conti despite interest from Sevilla. However, Atalanta is believed to be considering offering the defender a new contract with a big buyout clause to fend off suitors. The … [Read more...]

Official Reports – Atalanta Reject Chelsea £21m Bid For Franck Kessie

Chelsea have had a £21million bid rejected by Atalanta for transfer target Franck Kessie. The Blues have been chasing the Ivorien midfielder among a host of clubs in Europe after his agent confirmed that Manchester United, Manchester City, Arsenal, Spurs and Liverpool are all chasing Kessie. The 20-year-old midfielder was part of the Cote d'ivoire team that crashed out of the African Cup of Nations in Gabon but Chelsea have continued their efforts to bring him to the Stamford Bridge. Reports in the Sky Italia have it that Atalanta have … [Read more...]

Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink Issues Major Transfer Update On Diego Costa

Chelsea legend Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has revealed that Diego Costa is not leaving the Stamford Bridge. The 28-year-old has been heavily linked with a move away from West London after his altercation with Antonio Conte which led to his absence from the squad that beat Leicester City. Costa returned for Chelsea in the last victory over Hull City but his future at the club was still being questioned. However, Chelsea legend Hasselbaink has now dismissed such claims in an interview with talkSPORT. He said: “You know how it is - when a … [Read more...]

Chelsea Plot Shock Swoop For Celtic Ace To Replace Transfer-bound Begovic

Chelsea are lining up a surprise swoop for Celtic goalkeeper Craig Gordon, according to reports. The Blues are preparing for the departure of second choice goalkeeper Asmir Begovic who is a subject of interest from Bournemouth who tabled an initial £10 million bid and has now come back with an improved offer which could force Chelsea's hands to sell the Bosnia international this January. Reports in Italian outlet, Calciomercato suggests the Blues have shifted their gaze on Gordon to replace Begovic at the Stamford Bridge. The 34-year-old … [Read more...]

Chelsea star Set For £26m Summer Swoop

Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas will leave the Stamford Bridge for £26 million next summer according to report. The former Barcelona star has been linked with a move away from Chelsea due to his reduced role under Antonio Conte this season which has sparked suggestions he might leave the club with reports of interest from Juventus, AC Milan and Inter Milan. The impressive form of midfield partnership of N'Golo Kante and Nemanja Matic has seen Fabregas fallen down the pecking order at the Bridge, starting only five games in the current … [Read more...]

Chelsea Receive Massive Boost In Pursiut Of £51.5m Target

Chelsea have received a major boost in the pursuit for Real Madrid striker Alvaro Morata, according to reports. The 24-year-old was linked with a move away from Santiago Bernabeu due to his lack of chances which has left him frustrated. Morata returned to the Spanish capital having left two seasons for Juventus where he impressed hugely with the Serie champions. A host of Premier League clubs were in pursuit of the Spaniard before Real activated their buy-clause to bring him back to the Santiago Bernabeu. Reports in Spanish publication, … [Read more...]

Antonio Conte Gives Verdict On Key Chelsea Tranfer Target

Chelsea goalkeeper Asmir Begovic will be permitted to leave the Stamford Bridge this January, according to reports. Reports in the Telegraph claim that Begovic has been given the green light to depart the Blue if they find suitable replacements in the transfer market. The Bosnian has been linked with a move to Bournemouth, with reports that Chelsea rejected an initial £10 million and a better deal is expected in the coming days. Confirming a potential deal for Begovic, Conte said: "There is this offer and me and the club are waiting but it is … [Read more...]

Manchester United Move Ahead Eager To Sign Chelsea Target

Manchester United have moved ahead of Chelsea in pursuit of Falkirk left-back Tony Gallacher, according to reports. The 17-year-old has been closely monitored by a host of European clubs with the likes of Barcelona, Everton, Stoke City and Chelsea set to swoop for the promising talent. Reports in the Daily Mail claim that Barca were leading the race to snatch Gallacher from the noses of the English clubs but it now appears Manchester United have now moved ahead other suitors to bounce on his signature after Falkirk rejected the chance to let … [Read more...]

Chelsea Eye Shock Swoop For Wantaway Manchester City Star

Chelsea are preparing a summer swoop for out of favour Manchester City goalkeeper Joe Hart, according to reports. Hart is currently on loan with Italian side, Torino after falling out of favour with Pep Guardiola at Etihad who fancied former Barcelona shot stopper Claudio Bravo over the England goalie. The 29-year-old has shown his composure in the Serie A so far this season with reports Torino could be ready to make the deal permanent but might face problems tieing him to a new deal due to the number of interest from Premier League … [Read more...]

Chelsea Set Sights On Manchester United Target In Major Transfer Swoop

Chelsea set to move for Manchester United target Victor Lindelof in the January transfer window, according to sources. The 22-year-old defender was a subject of interest from the Old Trafford earlier this month and almost completed a transfer before Jose Mourinho reportedly pulled the plug on the deal due to the £38 million valuation of the Benfica defender. The Portuguese boss said: "No, I wait for Bailly. I hope the three can control the situation in those eight matches. "I will try to rest one in every game. On Saturday I will rest one, … [Read more...]

Done Deal – Chelsea Confirms Loan Deal Of Highly-rated Defender

Chelsea have confirmed the loan transfer of Fikayo Tomori to Brighton & Hove Albion till the end of the season. The youngster has been tipped for great things at the Stamford Bridge due to his brilliant signs for the Chelsea academy. He was brought on for Chelsea's final game of last season against Leicester City and proved to be a promising talent but has now been shipped out on loan to gain more experience. Brighton also confirmed the arrival of the 19-year-old on loan with suggestions he will be deployed as a right-back. Speaking … [Read more...]

Chelsea Set To Battle Manchester United For Real Madrid Superstar

Chelsea are reportedly lining up a mega deal for Real Madrid superstar, Gareth Bale. Reports in Don Balon have it that Premier League duo of Chelsea and Manchester United are keen on signing the Welsh star and will break the bank to bring to England in another world record deal said to be around €200 million next summer. Bale left Tottenham Hotspur in 2013 for a world record that is believed to be around €100 million and has gone on to impress at the Santiago Bernabeu, forming a formidable partnership with Cristiano Ronaldo. However, a move … [Read more...]

Negotiation Confirmed, Spanish Giants Open Talks To Sign Highly Rated Chelsea Ace

Real Madrid are in negotiations over a potential deal for Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois, according to reports. The Belgium international has been heavily linked with a move away from the Stamford Bridge after his comments last September but have since then dismissed the speculations. However, Real are said to have opened negotiations to sign Courtois in the next summer transfer window, with reports that a £26million fee is being discussed. The 24-year-old has been impressive form for Chelsea, since he returned in 2014, having spent … [Read more...]

Not Fabregas – Chelsea Ace Emerges Surprise Target For Manchester United

Manchester Unite are reportedly considering a move for Chelsea midfielder Nemanja Matic. Red Devils boss Jose Mourinho is understood to be weighing up the idea of luring the Serbian to the Old Trafford after losing Morgan Schneiderlin to Everton and also views him as potential replacement for aging Michael Carrick. Matic formed a strong midfield partnership with N'Golo Kante in the Blues 3-4-3 formation, although his position is now come under intense competition from Cesc Fabregas. However, Conte might not fancy the idea of selling one of … [Read more...]

How PL Rival Overtakes Chelsea In Pursuit Of Promising Forward

Tottenham Hotspurs are leading Chelsea in the race to sign Inter Milan forward Andrea Pinamonti, according to reports. The 17-year-old forward is being regarded as one of the hottest prospects in Europe and has been monitored by Chelsea but reports in Calcio Mercato claim that Tottenham have now overtaken their rivals in their pursuit. It is understood that the Serie A side has not tied Pinamonti to a long-term deal which gives potential suitors to lure him from the San Siro, although Inter are considering offering the Italian youngster a … [Read more...]

Not Cahill – Chelsea Defender Set For Surprise Move To Rival Club, Fans Will Be Furious

Everton have triggered a move for Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic in the January transfer window, according to reports. The Serbian has not had the best of times under Antonio Conte after being dropped in the 3-4-3 formation in favour of Cesar Azpilicueta, David Luiz and Gary Cahill. It is believed that Everton is open to the idea of the bringing Ivanovic to the Goodison Park as a potential replacement for Phil Jagielka who has fallen down the pecking order with the Toffees and could join Sunderland this month. A host of Premier League … [Read more...]

Chelsea Ready Huge Bid For Higly Rated Brilliant midfielder

Chelsea are set to offer Bayern Leverkusen £15 million for Hakan Calhanoglu, according to reports. The Blues are desperate to add numbers to their current squad despite being at the top of the Premier League and as marked Calhanoglu as one of their targets. Reports in Turkish outlet Fanatik have it that a  £15 million bid is being prepared for the 22-year-old midfielder after watching him on several occasions. Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is believed to have indicated his intentions to move quickly for Calhanoglu's signature due to fierce … [Read more...]

PSG Set To Hijack Chelsea Bid For Top Conte Target

Paris Saint Germain are reportedly entered race to sign Atalantamidfielder Franck Kessie. The Ivorian midfielder is currently on Nations Cup duties in Gabon but has continued to attract interest from European clubs due to his impressive performances for his club, Atalanta in the Serie A. The likes of Chelsea and Manchester United were believed to be ahead in the race to sign the 20-year-old box-to-box midfielder but the French Champions have now joined the pursuit. Reports in the La Gazzetta dello Sport claim that PSG have offered Atalanta … [Read more...]

Breaking! Arsenal Set To Battle Chelsea For Top Serie A Forward

Arsenal have joined the race to sign Chelsea target and Inter Milan forward Ivan Perisic, according to reports. Reports in the La Gazzett dello Sport suggests that the Gunners are the latest club to show interest in the Inter Milan winger but will face a transfer tussle from Chelsea and Manchester United. The 27-year-old has been monitored by the Blues for while due to solid displays in the Serie A since he joined Inter from Wolfsburg for £14m on a five-year deal. Inter are also said to be interested in signing Arsenal forward Alexis … [Read more...]

Chelsea Dealt Huge Transfer Blow After Major Target Rules Out Move

Chelsea have been dealt a major blow in their pursuit of Roma defender Antonio Rüdiger following the defender's latest revelation. The Blues have been heavily linked with a number of defenders in the current transfer window after suggestions that Antonio Conte is keen on adding defensive reinforcements to his squad at the Stamford Bridge. However, one of their major targets, Antonio Rüdiger has dismissed reports linking with a move to Chelsea in an interview with Sky Sports. The Roma centre-back said: “I can only say that Conte is a great … [Read more...]

3-4-3 Formation,Costa Very Happy In Chelsea’s Probable Lineup Vs Hull City

Chelsea will play host to Hull City at the Stamford Bridge with hopes of getting maximum three points on Sunday. The Blues are expected to welcome Diego Coast back into the starting lineup following his training round altercation with Antonio Conte which led to him been dropped for the last 3-0 victory against Leicester City. On Costa's availability,  Conte said: “I think he wants to stay with Chelsea. He is very happy. His decision is in his mind but he is happy and happy to stay here and play for us.” He is available for the game against … [Read more...]

Breaking! Antonio Conte Confirms Transfer Bid For Chelsea Ace

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has confirmed the Blues have received a bid for goalkeeper Asmir Begovic, according to reports. The Bosnia international has been linked with a move away from the Stamford Bridge having remained backup for first choice Thibaut Courtois, with reports that a 10 million bid has been submitted. Conte has now confessed a bid was received but insisted a decision has not yet been made. He said: "First of all, Asmir is an importation player on and off the pitch. "He knows this and there is this offer and me and the … [Read more...]

Former Blues Striker And Antonio Conte Favourite Reveals He Is Open To Chelsea Return

Middlesbrough new signing Patrick Bamford has revealed he is still open to Chelsea. The 23-year-old striker completed £10million move to Boro following his dry spell with Burnley, having failed to make the cut at the Stamford Bridge. However, Bamford has not given up on playing for the Blues. He told Talksport: ‘I was so happy to come back here to Middlesbrough, ‘But I’m not closing the door on Chelsea. You never know what will happen in the future, depending on how well I do.’ Bamford's chances at the Stamford Bridge still remain … [Read more...]