Chelsea midfielder Oscar is reportedly set to join Shanghai SIPG in incredible £52million deal in January, according to widespread reports. The Brazilian playmaker appears to be on his way to China to join former Blues boss André Villas-Boas at Shanghai SIPG due to lack of chances under Antonio Conte. The 25-year-old midfielder has only managed five appearances in the Premier League since the Italian boss arrived in the summer. The Blues had earlier snubbed a bid from Chinese club, Guangzhou Evergrande during the last summer transfer window … [Read more...]
Blues Attacker Ruled Out Of Sunderland Trip
Chelsea Star Eden Hazard has been ruled out for their game against Sunderland on Wednesday night. The Blues are looking to extend their lead at the top of the table following Arsenal's loss to Everton on Tuesday night but will be without the Belgian attacker at the Stadium of Light. Hazard picked up a knock in training and will be likely replaced by Willain in the attack for the Blues. Willian will be glad to return to the starting line-up after his sitting out in the recent games for the Blues and will hope to prove his worth to Antonio … [Read more...]
3-4-3 Formation, Key Player Out – Chelsea Probable Line-up vs Sunderland
Chelsea face Sunderland at the Stadium of Light on Wednesday night and a win will give them six points clear from rivals at the top of the Premier League. Here is a predicted line-up for the Blues. (3-4-3 formation) Courtois- Azpilicueta, Luiz, Cahill- Matic, Kante, Alonso, Moses- Willian, Pedro, Costa. Thibaut Courtois is expected to start in goal after keeping seven clean sheets so far in the league and could extend his record against a below par Sunderland side. At center-back, the trio of Cesar Azpilicueta, David Luiz and Gary Cahill … [Read more...]
Conte Reveals Why Diego Costa Drinks Beer Ahead Of Sunderland Trip
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte has revealed Diego Costa is permitted to take beer after games to aid rehydration. Costa was spotted with a beer following Chelsea hard-fought win over West brom last Sunday which provoked speculations about the act as it is widely believed that footballers are not supposed to be consuming alcohol during and after games but it appears Antonio Conte believes otherwise after stating he had no issues with players taking 'one beer' after games to help rehydration. The Blues boss said: ‘[It is good] for … [Read more...]
Antonio Conte Refuses To Rule Out January Move For Spanish Ace
Antonio Conte has refused to debunk reports that Cesc Fabregas could be off to Roma in the transfer window. Fabregas has made only one appearance for Chelsea in the couple of months by Conte stayed on the bench during their 1-0 win over West Bromvich Albion last Sunday. The Spaniard has been left out of the Blues 3-4-3 formation which has sparked speculations that he will be moving to the Serie A next January. The Italian boss was asked about the possibility of Fabregas moving to Italy while speaking at his press conference ahead of the … [Read more...]
Done Deal: Chelsea Ties Ace To New Deal
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta has signed a new three-and-a-half year deal with the club. The Spanish International who arrived at the Stamford Bridge in 2012, has been in an incredible form with the Blues which got him a new deal that runs until 2020. Azpilicueta told the club website: ‘I’m really happy to have signed a new contract. Since I arrived here my target was to progress as a player and win trophies. This new contract gives me the chance to continue my relationship with the club, that’s what I wanted and obviously I’m really … [Read more...]
Chelsea Set To Offload Midfielder In Double Swoop Deal
Chelsea are reportedly ready to cash in on Cesc Fabregas in a move to get Radja Nainggolan and Antonio Rudiger during the summer transfer window. Antonio Conte is said to be a long-term admirer of the duo of Nainggolan and Rudiger and could allow Fabregas go loan to Roma during the January transfer window with hopes the Serie A side will favour them in the move for the pair. It is understood that Conte wants a more rounded box-to-box midfielder to solidify his side after a brilliant start to the Premier League season so far. There … [Read more...]
Chelsea Youngster Returns After Failed Loan Spell
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...]
Conte Silent On Chelsea’s Interest In 27-Year-Old Powerful Striker
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte batted away questions concerning the club's reported in Chilean forward Alexis Sanchez, who plays for Arsenal and is currently in a contract logjam with the North London side, in his last press conference. Reports broke earlier this month that former English Premier League (EPL) champions Chelsea could take advantage of the protracted contract negotiations that is going on between the 27-year old and Arsenal by swooping for him and that they will signify interest if Sanchez makes it clear that he won't be signing a … [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...]
Former Tottenham Player Tips Club To Make Title Assault
Former Tottenham Hotspur striker Roman Pavyluchenko is of the opinion that his former side have a good chance of winning the English Premier League (EPL) title this season to further complement the fact that they missed the title to champions Leicester City last season. Tottenham are presently seven points adrift of leaders (27 points from the opening 14 games) and North London rivals Arsenal (34 points from the opening 15 games) with the possibility of going ten points adrift if Chelsea (34 points from 14 games) beat West Brom in th early … [Read more...]
Prem Star: Why This Chelsea Player Is The Best In England
Leicester City star Robert Huth has confessed Chelsea now have the best player in the Premier League with N'Golo Kante. The Frenchman was part of Leicester city side that won the League against all odds which later earned him a transfer to the Stamford Bridge last summer transfer window. The effect of Kante's absence is clearly being felt in the Foxes side as they have struggled to win in the league while Chelsea have constantly remained on the top of the table. Prior to their 4-2 win over Manchester City at the King Power, Huth said: ‘I … [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...]
Legend Warns Star Player About Joining Chelsea
Chelsea legend Ray Wilkins has urged Alexis Sanchez to commit his future to Arsenal. The Chilean forward is currently stalling on renewing his contract with the Gunners despite just having around 18 months left which has sparked speculations that he might be moving to Premier league rivals, Chelsea but Wilkins has urged him to stay at the Emirates. “He’s probably earning enough now for his life. He’s not going to be able to spend all the money he has earned already one would have thought. “He’s been at Barcelona, he’s … [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...]
Chelsea Prepare Swoop For Promising Serie A Winger
Chelsea are planning a £38 million bid for Fiorentina winger Federico Bernardeschi. Reports in Calciomercato claim that the Blues are willing to splash the cash in the transfer window and have set their sights on quite a number of potential deals which the Serie A winger is part of. Antonio Conte is said to be an avid admirer of the 22-year-old and would be keen on bringing him to the Stamford Bridge. Bernandeschi has scored seven goals and one assist in fourteen games for Fiorentina so far this Serie A season and may be brought … [Read more...]
Chelsea, Manchester City Battle For Wonderkid
Chelsea and Manchester City are reportedly keen on signing Karamoko Dembele from Celtic. Karamoko, aged 13 broke into limelight after his incredible skills for the youth set-ups in Celtic and is set to trigger a transfer fight between Premier League giants. However, it is understood that Brendan Rodgers is desperate to keep the 13-year-old and has met with his family to convince them on keeping the teen-wonder in Scotland, using Moussa Dembele as an example of a success story. The 20-year-old forward was on close to joining Tottenham … [Read more...]
Blues Midfielder Set For AC Milan Switch
On loan Chelsea star, Mario Pašalić could be on his way to AC Milan, according to his agent Marko Naletilić. The 21-year-old midfielder has been a key figure for the Rossoneri in recent weeks and it appears the Italian outfit wil looking at the chances of signing the youngster whose contract at Chelsea ends next summer. His agent said: "It's been a good time thanks to Montella who gave him confidence, acknowledged that he improved physically and did play him. [Mario] appreciates this thing, he is very well in Milan and is already in … [Read more...]
Star Player Reveals What Chelsea Players Think About Conte’s Touchline Antics
Victor Moses has revealed Chelsea players are inspired by Antonio Conte's touchline antics. Conte joined Stamford Bridge last summer and has helped the Blues to the top of the Premier League table. However, the Italian is often criticized for his antics on the touchline. Victor Moses who has been a key part of the Blues success so far, has now admitted he is enjoying life under Conte, claiming his teammates are often loves the Italian's behaviour on the touchline. He told Sport magazine: ‘I’m pleased to have him, he is very … [Read more...]