Chelsea are closely monitoring Genoa midfielder Diego Laxalt according to his agent. Antonio Conte is keen on bringing the midfielder to Stamford Bridge as per his agent, Vincenzo D’Ippolito who revealed there are offers on the table for the 23-year-old. Chelsea are understood to be actively being in the market for new signings after their success in the League so far. Vincenzo D’Ippolito has revealed Conte is interested signing Laxalt having watched him since his days as Juventus boss and has continued to monitor his situation even as Chelsea manager. He told Calciomercato: ‘Genoa believe in him, but they are always open to selling their players for the right offer,’ ‘He’s not going to leave in January, but the club will definitely listen to … [Read more...]
Chelsea Ace Set For Incredible £52million Move
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 with hopes that Oscar will fight for his place in the squad with likes of Eden Hazard and Willian to contest an attacking midfield position with. However, reports in the Daily Mail suggests that Conte has lost his … [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 Conte. Chelsea have gone nine-games winning run in the Premier League with seven clean sheets and will hope to increase their lead to ten against David Moyes side who has shown a bit of consistency in their recent games, … [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 should retain their place in defence. Though, Cahill has been considered as the weak link in the set-up but his recent performances will continue to earn him a place in the starting eleven. In midfield, Kante and Matic … [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 rehydration, you can drink Coca-Cola or one beer,” he said. ‘It’s good for recovery. But one. Not a lot. It’s good. After you finish the game, quickly, not an hour after the end. ‘I have great professionals in my players. In … [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 trip to Sunderland but he refused to rule out a move for the former Barcelona midfielder. ‘In football, my experience is it’s very difficult to guarantee’ said Conte. ‘Cesc is an important player, he played a key game … [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 happy here,’ The 27-year-old defender is key figure in Antonio Conte's 3-4-3 formation and is set to make his 200th appearance when they face Sunderland next Wednesday. ‘We’ve had some really good moments so far this … [Read more...]
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