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English Boss Prepares Double Swoop For Blues Heroes

Harry Redknapp has set his sights on signing John Terry and Frank Lampard if he lands the Swamsea job. Reports in the Sun have it that the Englishman is one of the candidates for the vacant coaching job at Liberty stadium and it appears the former Tottenham Hotspurs boss is ready to return to management. The Swans sacked Bob Bradley after just eleven games due to his poor run in the Premier League and Redknapp has signified his interest to coach the Welsh team. He told Talksport: “It sounds interesting – it sounds a challenge. “Swansea … [Read more...]

Chelsea Set To Rival Bayern Munich For Dutch 5 ft 9 Powerhouse

Chelsea are prepared to rival Bayern Munich for the signature of Stefan de Vrij, according to reports. The Dutch ace has reportedly told Lazio he wants to leave in the January transfer window and Chelsea are believed to be interested in signing the centre-back. De Vrij who is considered as one of the best ball-playing defenders in Europe has been linked with a move to the Premier League in the past with Arsenal and Manchester United said to be interested. Italian newspaper ll Tempo has claimed that Antonio Conte is in for the Lazio defender … [Read more...]

Chelsea Set To Splash £55m On Virgil Van Dijk

Chelsea are reportedly preparing a £55 million for Southampton defender Virgil Van Dijk in January. The Dutchman has been a subject of interest from a host of clubs in the Premier League due to his impressive form for the Saints since he joined. The Blues are said to be keen on bringing the former Celtic centre-back to the Stamford Bridge but will face a transfer battle from the likes of Manchester United and Liverpool who also considering a swoop for the towering defender. Meanwhile, Manchester City might join in the race, having missed … [Read more...]

Chelsea Launch £5 million bid For Ricardo Orsolini

Chelsea have made £5 million bid for Ascoli winger Ricardo Orsolini. Reports in Italy have it that the Blues have made contact with Ascoli to sign the 19-year-old who is seen as a long-term replacement for Pedro at the Stamforf Bridge. According to Sportitalia the English giants are vying for the signature of Orsolini with AC Milan who also keen on luring him to the San Siro. Parma scout Andrea La Spisa has also revealed earlier this month that the Gunners are watching the winger and could move for him soon. The 19-year-old winger has … [Read more...]

AS Monaco Down Play Chelsea’s Interest On Tiemoue Bakayoko

AS Monaco midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko has down played his chances of joining Chelsea in January. Following reports that the Blues are considering a move for the 22-year-old midfielder in the winter window, with claims that club technical director Michael Emenalo has scouted him on several occasions this season. However, Bakayoko has revealed he has no plans to leave in the January transfer window, pouring cold water on reports linking him to a Premier League move next month ‘The idea of an exit crossed my mind at the start of the season,’ … [Read more...]

Ten Clubs Ready January Swoop For Chelsea Ruben Loftus-Cheek

Chelsea are considering a loan move for Ruben Loftus-Cheek with about ten teams ready to swoop, according to reports. The 20-year-old has failed to nail a spot under Antonio Conte despite being tipped for great things from the academy system, making just one appearance since the start of the season. Antonio Conte has earlier hinted at a possibility of a loan deal for the youngster while praising his abilities. “I'm sure that Ruben has great potential," Conte said. "I think it's important to show this, to improve a lot on different … [Read more...]

Agent Opens Up On Chelsea’s Interest In Franck Kessie

Agent of Franck Kessie, George Atangana has opened up on Chelsea's interest in the Ivorian midfielder. The Blues are keen to sign the 20-year-old midfielder in the January transfer window but could find themselves in a bidding war after his agent, Atagana confirmed that a host of Premier League clubs are interested in signing Kessie. He said: "We have a lot of interest from the Premier League -- Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester United, Manchester City and Arsenal, "I cannot say at this stage how much he will cost, but we are talking about one … [Read more...]

Chelsea Eye Javier Hernandez In £34m Deal

Chelsea are interested in bringing Bayer Leverkusen striker Javier Hernandez to the Stamford Bridge. Reports in the German publication Bild claim that the former Manchester United striker could stage a return to the Premier League with Chelsea being his likely destination. It is believed that Antonio Conte has been backed by Blues owner Roman Abramovich to bring reinforcements during the January transfer window and the Italian has highlighted the Mexican forward as one of his targets due to his impressive goal scoring rate in the … [Read more...]

Breaking! Chelsea Plan £38.2m back-up Bid For Chilean Midfield Marshall

Chelsea are reportedly planning a mega back-up bid for Chilean powerhouse Arturo Vidal if they fail to sign Radja Nainggolan. The Blues had three transfer bids for the Roma midfielder rejected last summer and are prepared to make improved offer but has mapped out another target they fail to sign him next month. Nainggolan who recently admitted to have snubbed interest from Chelsea in the summer, could reject Antonio Conte's advances in January. However, the Blues boss is understood to be considering £38.2 bid for Bayern Munich's Arturo … [Read more...]

Chelsea Launch £21.3m Surprise bid For Serie A Box-To-Box Midfielder

The Blues have made a £21.3 million bid to sign Atlanta midfielder Franck Kessie. Reports in France claim that Chelsea are seriously in for the 20-year-old midfielder who already had  talks with Manchester United last week, as Conte look to bring in reinforcements in squad after losing Oscar to China, while Mikel is also keen on leaving the Bridge in January. Kessie has been a key figure for his side who currently sit sixth in the Serie A, scoring six goals for Atlanta in 16 league matches so far this season. The 20-year-old box-to-box … [Read more...]

Chelsea Midfielder Has Four Serious Offers To Leave in January

Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel is keen on leaving Chelsea this January and has received four serious offers, according to reports. The Super Eagles captain has failed to nail a place under Antonio Conte since the start of the season and will look to exit the Stamford Bridge in January, and Inter Milan, Marseille and Valencia are all ready to sigh him; with reports of interest from China too. A source close to the player told ESPN: ‘All the offers are getting serious consideration but it is first and foremost about project football, and not … [Read more...]

Roma Set To Swoop For Chelsea Talented Midfielder

Roma are reportedly considering a loan move for Charly Musonda in January. The Chelsea midfielder has returned from Real Betis after a dry loan spell during the first half of the season and he is currently training with the Blues squad. Musonda who started life in La Liga on an impressive note began to struggle for form and fitness in the new season, only managing to start one game in the top flight this term. It is understood that Roma views the youngster as a replacement for Mohammed Salah who will go on international duties with the … [Read more...]

Breaking! Chelsea Lines Up Replacement For Wanted International No.1

Chelsea have set sights on a summer deal for Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak as a potential replacement for Thibaut Courtois, according to reports. Following reports that Courtois could be on his way to Real Madrid next summer, the Blues have reportedly lined Oblak as his replacement. The Belgian said in September that he could consider a move back to the La Liga in future. although he has moved to debunk reports he will be leaving the Stamford Bridge anytime soon. Real Madrid who are prohibited from making transfer in January are … [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...]

Chelsea Keeping Tabs On Veteran Bundesliga Free-kicker

Chelsea reportedly sent scouts to monitor Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Hakan Calhanopglu. Reports in the Daily Mirror have it that Antonio Conte has sent scouts to keep tabs on the impressive midfielder. Calhanoglu has been on Chelsea's radar for a while and Conte beleives a deal to bring him to the Stamford Bridge could materialise. Arsenal are also keen admirer of the attacking midfielders qualities and may also content with the Blues for his signature. Although, the Gunners have abundant talent in the attacking midfield positions The … [Read more...]

Chelsea Intensify Chase To Sign Powerful Box-To-Box Midfielder

Chelsea have reportedly renewed their interest in Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan. Reports in the Times newspaper claims that the Blues will make a take-it or leave offer for the midfielder next month after missing out on him during the last summer transfer window. Antonio Conte is keen to bring in a new central midfielder in the winter window as replacement for Oscar who has joined Shanghai SIPG. Although, Nainggolan had earlier debunked reports that he will be moving in January. ‘I’d rather stay at Roma until the end of the season,’ … [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...]

Pedro Reveals What Really Went Wrong Under Jose Mourinho

Chelsea star Pedro has revealed 'everything' was wrong under Jose Mourinho during his time at Stamford Bridge. The Spain international joined the Blues in August 2015 for £21.4million from Barcelona and was part of the Jose Mourinho team that failed to deliver last season which led to his eventual dismissal last December. Pedro insisted there were major problems at the Bridge under Jose Mourinho while he struggled to pin-point the reason behind the poor form under Portuguese boss. The 29-year-old said: "It was about everything, everything … [Read more...]

Jurgen Klopp Reveals What He Thinks About Chelsea

Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has confessed Chelsea may win the Premier League if they continue their current fine form this season. The Blues are sitting comfortably at the top of the Premier League table, winning 11 games on the bounce and now six points clear off their rivals. Jurgen Klopp who has helped Liverpool to an improved performance in the League so far this season but admits Chelsea will be deserved champions if they keep up their impressive form. Speaking in an interview with Sky Sports, Klopp said: “When they go on like this … [Read more...]

Chelsea Hit By Major Setback In £120,000-a-week Star Transfer

Chelsea have been pegged back in their efforts to sign Real Madrid ace after his agent Jorge Mendes revealed he is not leaving in January. The Blues are believed to be front runners in the race to sign the Colombian international as replacement for Oscar. But his agent Jorge Mendes has ruled out a winter transfer for the midfielder. ‘James will not be leaving Madrid in January,’ he told AS. It is believed that the Real Madrid officials are furious with James due to his latest outburst in the media which was a result of his lack of playing … [Read more...]

Pedro Reveals Reason Why He Left Barcelona

Chelsea winger Pedro has revealed he left Barcelona to get regular football in the Premier League. The 29-year-old forward who came through the famous La Masia academy and also played under Pep Guardiola, lifting multiple laurels at the Camp Nou. However, Pedro was frustrated at Barcelona due to lack of playing time at the Camp Nou which sparked a transfer battle between a host of English clubs before signing for Chelsea, despite strong links from Manchester United. Pedro told The Telegraph: "It was very clear to me I had to leave Barcelona … [Read more...]

3-4-3 Formation With Two Key Changes Expected In Chelsea Probable Line-up v. Bournemouth

Chelsea are set to face Bournemouth in a Boxing Day fixture at the Stamford Bridge and will hope to continue their winning streak in the Premier League. Antonio Conte will be forced to ring two changes in the starting line-up following suspensions to Diego Costa and N'Golo Kante in their last game. Chelsea's expected line-up against Bournemouth: (3-4-3 formation) Courtois- Cahill, David Luiz, Azpilicueta- Matic, Fabregas- Marcos Alonso, Moses- Eden Hazard, Pedro, Batshuayi Thiabut Courtois is expected to maintain his status as the number … [Read more...]

Serie A Midfielder Dashes Chelsea’s Hopes With Latest Revelation

Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan has insisted he will not be joining Chelsea in the winter transfer window. The 28-year-old midfielder has been heavily linked to a move to the Stamford Bridge and Antonio Conte is believed to be a long term admirer. However, the Belgium international has revealed he is will be staying at Roma till the end of the season. ‘I’d rather stay at Roma until the end of the season,’ Nainggolan told Fan magazine.. ‘There are no reasons to leave at the moment.’ It is believed that the midfielder is considered as … [Read more...]