Chelsea are looking for long-term solution to their goalscoring problems as they have failed to score many goals so far this season. The Blues have found the back of the net in 38 occasions compared to City's 54 and Liverpool's 48. In fact, most of the goals have come from midfielders including Eden Hazard, Jorginho and even N’Golo Kante. Having seen the present form of his strikers, Maurizio Sarri is reportedly in the race for Borussia Dortmund's youngster Christian Pulisic whom he believes will add some threat to his team's unimpressive … [Read more...]
“we are in trouble” Sarri cries out: See what the Italian must do to solve his problems
Having seen what injury crises has done to Arsenal, Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri couldn't help but admits his team are 'in trouble' after losing Olivier Giroud to injury. Injuries have turned the Gunners to a team who can't keep clean sheets in recent weeks , not even against Brighton. This is why Sarri couldn't hide his feeling that calamity could be falling on his team. The Frenchman has stretched off the field in their 1-0 victory against Crystal Palace on Sunday after a rash tackle from the Eagles defender James Tomkins. The Blues now … [Read more...]
Hodgson changes made on Chelsea star, searches elsewhere
Premier League side Crystal Palace have reportedly rejected the chance to sign Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi. According to the report from the Daily Mirror, the Eagles have turned down the opportunity to sign the Belgian international striker on loan for the rest of the season. Michy Batshuayi is on a season-long loan deal at Spanish La Liga giants Valencia from Chelsea at the moment. Valencia want to terminate his loan contract halfway into it after Batshuayi failed to live up to expectations at the Mestalla this season. The striker … [Read more...]
Crystal Palace vs Chelsea : Predicted lineup, team news, and possible outcome
The Blues are set to tackle Crystal Palace on Sunday as they look to keep their hopes of returning to UEFA Champions League competition alive. Maurizio Sarri led his men to a very narrow victory over Watford at the Vicarage Road during the week, he now faces a very determined Roy Hodgson's side who are unbeaten in four games. The Eagles shocked Pep Guardiola's team last weekend when they condemned the reigning Premier League Champions to a 3-2 defeat at the Selhurst Park Stadium. However, the former Three Lions manager couldn't build on the … [Read more...]
Man United Legend Offers Transfer Advice To Sarri At Chelsea
Former Everton and Manchester United midfielder Phil Neville has offered some words of transfer advice to new Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri ahead of the winter transfer market scheduled to begin at the start of next month. Phil Neville was speaking as a BBC Match of the Day pundit while he told Italian tactician Sarri what he must do to improve his team. The Manchester United legend was Frank in his assessment of the striker’s situation at Chelsea as he stated that the form of talisman Eden Hazard in a false nine role is papering over the … [Read more...]
Arsenal Favourites To Sign Experienced Chelsea Defender
Chelsea defender Gary Cahill could leave the club in the January transfer window following his lack of game time with the West Londoners. Recently retired England international centre back Cahill has struggled to feature consistently for Chelsea since new manager Maurizio Sarri replaced fellow Italian Antonio Conte in the summer. Former Napoli and Empoli boss Sarri has opted for the centre back partnership of Antonio Rudiger and David Luiz for Premier League games this season and Cahill has been restricted to 21 minutes only since the start of … [Read more...]
Liverpool: The awaiting Premier League Champions?
Five weeks ago, the Premier League title race was between four clubs — Manchester City, Liverpool, Chelsea and Tottenham — and we all thought the competition will go down the wire but that might not be the case. CHELSEA PULLED OUT OF TITLE RACE Chelsea, despite their brilliant start to the season, were the first top-four club to pull out the race for the title. Maurizio Sarri's men recorded a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Wolves three weeks ago which pushed them to the fourth position. They however returned back to winning ways against … [Read more...]
How these summer signings have performed in their respective clubs —2
Jorginho (Napoli - Chelsea) The player was closer to joining Manchester City after reports claimed that he has agreed on personal terms with the Etihad outfits. Many British media even went a step further by reporting that Pep Guardiola met with Jorginho and he was optimistic about the player's signature. With some days left to Jorginho's medical at the Etihad stadium, Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri moved swiftly to block the deal from pushing through. Considering the relationship that existed between the two parties during their time at … [Read more...]
No goals, no spark, no confidence : It’s time for Maurizio Sarri to drop this player
Brazilian winger Willian has been experiencing a drop in form in recent weeks but Maurizio Sarri still has so much trust in his ability. Despite many calls on Sarri to drop the player from his starting lineup, the Italian started Willian in Chelsea's 1-0 defeat to Leicester City on Saturday. He was far from his best and he didn't have any meaningful impact on the team's display throughout the time he spent on the pitch. He was deployed at the right wing of the attack by Maurizio Sarri but he hardly made any cross into the Foxes 18-yard box … [Read more...]
Transfer For Wantaway Chelsea Player Hits Major Snag
Chelsea winger Victor Moses has been told that he has no future at the club and he could leave Stamford Bridge during the upcoming transfer window scheduled to begin as from the first of next month. New Blues manager Maurizio Sarri had told the recently retired Super Eagles player that he’s not in his plans. Italian tactician revealed that Victor Moses and teammate Danny Drinkwater are not in his plans. The Sun claim that several clubs are ready to rescue Victor Moses from his Chelsea nightmare under Maurizio Sarri but his wages could be a … [Read more...]
12 goals in 17 matches : Chelsea must battle Tottenham for this youngster
It was vividly seen during their unexpected 1-0 defeat to Leicester City at Stamford Bridge on Saturday that Chelsea need to add a striker to their team in January if they must finish among top-four clubs. The Blues didn't look like a team who are chasing after next season's Champions League qualifying spot. They were outclassed at the middle of the pitch by resolute Leicester City midfielders. Their attacking threat wasn't seen throughout the game. The highlight of it all was Willian's funny and outrageous corner in the first half that was … [Read more...]
Chelsea Boss Shuts Down Transfer Rumours For England Striker
Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri has shut down transfer reports of a possible Blues transfer for in-form Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson when the transfer window reopens next month. Italian tactician Sarri spoke about Callum Wilson and a possible move to Chelsea during his pre-match press conference on Friday ahead of the weekend’s game in the Premier League. Sarri and Chelsea host Leicester City in a Matchweek 18 league clash at Stamford Bridge on Saturday evening. When asked about Callum Wilson, Maurizio Sarri responded by saying that he … [Read more...]
English Midfielder Won’t Leave Chelsea In January
Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri has confirmed that midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek won’t leave the club during the upcoming transfer window thus putting an end to widespread rumours over his future at the club. Sarri, 59, was asked about the England international midfielder during his pre-match press conference for the home game against Leicester City in the Premier League and he responded by saying that Loftus-Cheek is an important player for his team. The 22-year-old has been linked with a loan transfer to several clubs following his lack of … [Read more...]
Big target makes choice between Arsenal, Chelsea
English Premier League side Arsenal target Dries Mertens has handed a big blow to the Gunners by hinting that he could snub their interest and move to West London side Chelsea when he eventually decides to leave Italy. Dries Mertens is believed to be a big fan of Blues boss Maurizio Sarri and has hinted that he would be looking forward to a reunion as he will not extend his deal with the Italian Serie A side Napoli It would be recalled that the West London side signed their manager from the Italian Serie A side in the summer and that has … [Read more...]
Jorginho reveals transfer talks with United, others
Chelsea midfielder Jorginho has revealed that he was on the verge of a switch to other Premier League sides before a deal with the West London side fell through. According to him, Manchester United and Liverpool came knocking for his signature in the last summer transfer window from Italian outfit Napoli but an agreement was not reached. The 26-year-old had an impressive spell with the Italian side which made a number of clubs from the English League call for his signature. Jorginho's Chelsea move is believed to be influenced by his desire … [Read more...]
Report – Mourinho pleading to sign this 6f tall powerhouse, Chelsea on alert
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is reported to have told the club’s management of his wish to have AC Milan central defender Alessio Romagnoli in the January transfer window. The Portuguese boss is desperate to add more options having realized that the second half of the Premier League season promises to be a more difficult and intense one. To be able to meet up with the challenge and competition, the former Chelsea boss is making efforts to equip his team with more defenders. It is no longer news that Mourinho remains a manager with a … [Read more...]
Maurizio Sarri sets a new record in the history of Chelsea FC
Chelsea played their tenth match in the English Premier league against Burnley at Turf Moor. The Blues were hundred per cent as they went ahead to destroy Burnley right at their home stadium. Chelsea scored four goals thanks to efforts from Alvaro Morata, Willian, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Ross Barkley. However, this game will be Maurizio Sarri's tenth game in the Premier League as Chelsea coach and the Blues still remain undefeated. With this, the Italy international has set a new record as the first Chelsea coach to win ten straight … [Read more...]
The ‘nasty act’ Sarri did on Jose Mourinho
The late equalizer from Chelsea midfielder and England International, Ross Barkley for the Blues during the match against Man Utd almost created a scene at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. This was because after the goal, Chelsea assistant coach, Marco Iaani was seen dancing and taunting Jose Mourinho who was seated at the Man Utd dugout. The Portugal international could not contain his anger as he ran after the Blues assistant coach, who was headed for the tunnel. A clash would have taken place between the two if not for the timely … [Read more...]
More trouble for Mourinho as he is being reported to the FA
Manchester United manager Mourinho could be sanctioned by the FA following his faceoff with one of Chlelsea’s backroom staff Marconi Ianni in the Saturday Premier League clash between both teams. Iaani had taunted in front of the Mourinho’s bench when Ross Barkley scored a stunning goal in the 96th minute which stopped United from leaving the Stamford Bridge with all three points. Mourinho could not keep his cool as he went straight to the Chelsea bench where the fracas had continued. It took the intervention of the stewards and manager … [Read more...]
Mourinho vindicated after bust-up with backroom staff
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has been vindicated for his actions on Saturday where he had a faceoff with one of Maurizio Sarri’s coaching staff. As a result of the comeback by Chelsea in their home game against, Marco Ianni had resulted to an extravagant celebration, running to the front of the United bench, a development Mourinho protested and had a faceoff with the player. The Portuguese manager had noted that he was disrespected by the backroom coach but noted that all that happened has been resolved by manager Maurizio Sarri who … [Read more...]
“I thought it was a prank” Gianfranco Zola speaks on his appointment as Chelsea assistant coach
Chelsea new manager, Maurizio Sarri on his arrival at Stamford Bridge won the hearts of the Blues fans, who have been sceptical about his appointment by making Gianfranco Zola his assistant coach. As a player, Gianfranco Zola was a cult hero at Chelsea winning multiple cups competitions in the English Premier League and Europe at large. He also won the hearts of Chelsea fans with his brilliant performance. Following his football career, Gianfranco Zola ventured into football management career, he was the coach of Birmingham before he was … [Read more...]
Finally, Klopp reveals the reason Fabinho is yet to start for Liverpool
Liverpool coach, Jurgen Klopp has finally opened up on why Brazil international and former Monaco star, Fabinho is yet to start for the Reds. Jurgen Klopp signed Fabinho in the summer transfer window for £43 million alongside Naby Keita, Alisson Becker, and Xherdan Shaqiri. While Becker and Keita have featured for the Reds, Fabinho is yet to start in any Premier League game for Liverpool. At first, when the Reds fans had quizzed the Liverpool coach about this, Klopp disclosed that the Brazilian was still adapting to Liverpool style of … [Read more...]
Revealed! Why €100k-a-week star didn’t move to Chelsea despite interest from Sarri
Chelsea new manager, Maurizio Sarri on his arrival in the English Premier League had made the move to re-sign his former Napoli player, Gonzalo Higuain from the Italian club, Juventus. However, the move didn't work out for the Blues, Juve had preferred to loan the Argentina international to another Italian club, AC Milan over Chelsea. The top-rated striker in a recent statement revealed why he didn't move to England but chose to remain in Italy. According to Higuian only coach Maurizio Sarri wanted him at Chelsea which is a contrast to the … [Read more...]
Why Eden Hazard didn’t leave Chelsea last summer
Chelsea forward and Belgium star, Eden Hazard was close to leaving the English Premier League last season for the Spanish La Liga where he would have joined Real Madrid. In fact, if Antonio Conte had remained as Chelsea's coach then Eden Hazard would probably be history at Stamford Bridge by now. However, the arrival of a new coach, Maurizio Sarri in the summer transfer window had made the Belgium international stay put. According to Eden Hazard, Sarri had a discussion with him that made him stay. Well, the Metro news outfit in a new … [Read more...]
Fabregas on his way to Spain, report
Emerging report says Chelsea midfielder Cesc Fabregas would be joining Spanish outlet Atletico Madrid when leaves the Stamford Bridge. Fabregas' future with the Blues remains uncertain with the numerous options they have got in the middle. The former Arsenal star has seen less playing time this term and that has been a concern for him. With Atletico showing serious interest in the Chelsea star, it could be an easy decision for him to make. There is no indication that a move away from the club would be stopped by the Stamford Bridge side … [Read more...]