Chelsea strikers, Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud have reportedly made the five-man strikers’ shortlist for Spanish La Liga giant Barcelona. The La Liga giants are eyeing a striker signing to replace Munir El-Haddadi who has joined fellow Spanish side, Sevilla. Munir signed for Europa League campaigners Sevilla last week in a deal worth just £1.5m. According to the Daily Mail, they claim that the Catalans have already drawn up a five-man shortlist to replace Munir. The aforementioned Chelsea duo of Morata and Giroud made the list … [Read more...]
Is Lozano heading to Chelsea ??
As the transfer window continues in earnest it seems Chelsea are willing to do a lot of business as they are in the market for a new attacker. After sealing the deal for Christian Pulisic early in this January transfer window, Chelsea are looking to strengthen their attacking department despite signing the new strikers and they have been linked with a move for PSV attacker Hirving Lozano. According to popular Italian outlet Calciomercato, the Blues have sight their gaze on the player so as to have more attacking options in the teams, with … [Read more...]
How Unconvincing Chelsea pipped in-form Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park
Chelsea have closed the gap been them and Tottenham to just two points after their unconvincing 1-0 victory against Crystal Palace at the Selhurst Park earlier today. The Blues started and ended the game in a less-fashionable manner as they were very sluggish in turning defence into attack. However, they have to thank N’Golo Kante for scoring the only goal that separated the two teams at the end of the clash. BEFORE THE GAME Prior to tonight's clash, the Blues sat uncomfortably in the fourth position with just two points between them and … [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...]
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...]
Chelsea suffer setback in pursuit of Morata replacement
Chelsea have suffered a setback in their pursuit of West Ham star Marko Arnautovic after his agent stated that he will move to the Serie A in the coming transfer window. Marko Arnautovic has made his intention to leave the club known and Chelsea are set to have him join the Stamford Bridge. The Hammers are currently struggling in the Premier League this season as they sit 13th in the Premier League table despite spending over a £100 million in the summer to have a robust squad. However, Marko Arnautovic has made it known that he will not … [Read more...]
Chelsea vs Derby County: Chelsea key trio likely to be unavailable
Chelsea will be back in action tomorrow when they play host to the championship club, Derby County in the Carabao League fourth round. The Blues made it to the quarter-final of the league after they defeated Liverpool in the third round. Chelsea will welcome their former star player, Frank Lampard back to Stamford Bridge but this time around as the opposing team coach. The game is expected to be exciting because Derby County can put up an unexpected performance having defeated Man Utd in the third round. However, Chelsea assistant coach, … [Read more...]
‘Giroud doesn’t need to score to be successful’ – Maurizio Sarri ahead of Burnley game
Chelsea will be making a trip to the Turf Moor this weekend where they will play against Burnley in the English Premier League. The Blues are likely to pick up all three points in the game, with Eden Hazard likely to miss the match owing to a back injury, the goalscoring roles will be shifted to the wingers, midfielders or even defenders, this is because the Blues strikers, Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud are not prolific goals scorers. However, Coach Maurizio Sarri in a recent statement has come to the aid of his strikers. According to … [Read more...]
Chelsea vs Man Utd: Rudiger and Barkley shines, Chelsea player ratings
The biggest match this weekend between Chelsea and Man Utd came to an end with a draw (2 - 2.) Many had tipped Chelsea to grab all three points but Coach Jose Mourinho and Man Utd today proved they still have some great performances up their sleeves. As expected Jose Mourinho man marked Eden Hazard using Ashley Young, who did some great job by frustrating the Belgium striker. Chelsea had two goals thanks to the efforts from Antonio Rudiger and Ross Barkley. Below are the ratings of Chelsea Players against Man United 1. Kepa Arrizabalaga … [Read more...]
One question Maurizio Sarri must answer before Chelsea play Southampton tomorrow
Chelsea will travel to Southampton this weekend to play their eight-match in the EPL. Unlike the game against Liverpool, last weekend which was majorly based on tactics and ball possessions, the game against Southampton will be a different altogether. This is because Southampton are known for their physical style of play which will bring about the question on the player to start at the forefront. At the moment Chelsea have two strikers, Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud both of whom are underperformers. Alvaro Morata, this season has been … [Read more...]
Video: Giroud reaction when Alvaro Morata missed the first goal against Mol Vidi
Chelsea played against Hungarian side, Mol Vidi in the Uefa Europa League on Thursday evening. The Blues had a lot of chances to score more than one goal against Mol Vidi but Alvaro Morata lost most of the goal chances before he finally found the back of the net. There was one particular scene that would have been a goal for Chelsea but Alvaro Morata took the wrong kick. Many of the Blues felt sorry for the Spanish striker with many believing he doesn't have the confidence to score goals for Chelsea. When Alvaro Morata missed the chance, … [Read more...]
Europa League rival, Besiktas in talks with Chelsea for star
Like Chelsea, Turkish football club, Besiktas are participating in the Uefa Europa League this season and hope to strengthen their squad when the transfer window open in January. A new report has made it known that Turkish club, Besiktas are already in talks with Chelsea FC to sign their 32-year-old striker, Olivier Giroud. The report added that Giroud agents have agreed to the move that will see him leave Stamford Bridge in the January transfer window. Olivier Giroud signed a contract with Chelsea in January after he left Arsenal, he still … [Read more...]
Explicit reasons why Sarri is not worried about Morata and Giroud performance
Chelsea at the moment doesn't have a talented striker, with the duo of Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud struggling to perform their role of scoring goals for the Blues. Spain international, Alvaro Morata is in his 2nd campaign at Stamford Bridge but he has so far performed below expectation unlike when he was at Real Madrid. The 25-year-old striker has a single goal to his name this season and is fast losing his spot to former Arsenal point man and France international, Olivier Giroud. Although Giroud is yet to find the back of the net for … [Read more...]
Alvaro Morata or Olivier Giroud: Martin Keown tells Sarri who to start against Liverpool
Despite, the numerous talents at Stamford Bridge, Sarri Maurizio has two Strikers, Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud, who are not really spectacular. This has raised questions on whom to start at the forefront against Liverpool today. Chelsea may have defeated Liverpool right at Anfield in the Carabao Cup but today's match in the EPL will be a different ball game entirely. Jurgen Klopp will start most of his top players today as he battles Chelsea to remain at top of the table. This means Sarri Maurizio must be thoughtful and careful of … [Read more...]
Chelsea legend, Didier Drogba reaches out to Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud
Chelsea FC have been suffering in terms of quality strikers as the duo of Alvaro Morata and Olivier Giroud are nothing to write home about. In fact, it is the wingers, Eden Hazard, Pedro and Willian that have been given the Blues the needed goals so far this season. Chelsea new coach, Sarri had given Spain International, Alvaro Morata a chance to perform for the Blues this season. But so far Alvaro Morata is still struggling to find his feet with just a single goal to his name this season. On the other hand, former Arsenal star and world … [Read more...]
Arsenal legend! These two players are the reason Chelsea won’t win the EPL trophy this season
The Blues yesterday lost out winning three points from their match against Manuel Pellegrini led West Ham side at the London Stadium. West Ham held Chelsea to a goalless draw, Chelsea are now currently seated at the third spot on the English Premier League table. However, former Arsenal defender, Martin Keown, why doing an analysis of the match disclosed that Chelsea can't win the EPL trophy this season if they still continue to have these two players. According to Martin Keown, the Players are Chelsea strikers, Olivier Giroud (France) and … [Read more...]
Four players whose future are uncertain at Chelsea
The stay of football players at a particular club is based on the contract signed with the respective football clubs. While the Blues are worried about the future of Eden Hazard, who has so far refused to extend his stay at Stamford Bridge and could be out of the club any time soon. Chelsea have to worry about their defender Cesar Azpilicueta too as his contract will end very soon. Apart from this duo, there are some Chelsea players whose future at the club is uncertain but their contract will lapse at the end of this season. Below are 4 … [Read more...]
UCL: See the player to lead Chelsea to Greece and it is not Olivier Giroud
World Cup winner and Chelsea striker, Olivier Giroud had his first start for the Blues over the weekend in a match against Cardiff at Stamford Bridge. The match against the Bluebirds saw Chelsea top rated striker, Eden Hazard scoring a hat trick with two goal-assists from the France international. Giroud during the match showed how unselfish he can be and how sacrificial he can be for Chelsea. This recent act of his has earned him applause from many of the Blues fans. However, while many football fans might be thinking that Giroud has … [Read more...]
This is the player responsible for Eden Hazard performance
While many have been applauding Chelsea top rated player and Belgium International, Eden Hazard for his excellent performance for the Blues which was especially visible in the weekend match against Cardiff, some have been attributing the performance to another player. According to a statement by Jamie Redknapp, the former Liverpool midfielder disclosed that France international Olivier Giroud is responsible for Eden Hazard recent form. Jamie Redknapp went on to say that whenever Hazard passes the ball to Giroud, it is as if he is passing the … [Read more...]
Eden Hazard pays tribute to Chelsea star for serving him 2 ‘hot’ assists against Cardiff
Eden Hazard pays tribute to Giroud for serving him two 'hot' assists against Cardiff Yesterday was splendid for the Blues as they went on to disgracefully defeat Cardiff City. Although, the win was not unexpected as Chelsea had been tipped to beat the Bluebirds, But the scoreline margin was too much to just overlook with Chelsea scoring four goals. Three of the Blues goals came from 27 years old Belgium international, Eden Hazard. Hazard was great for Chelsea yesterday as he now has five goals to his name in 5 matches already. However, … [Read more...]
Sarri loses confidence in Spain international says he doesn’t sacrifice enough
Coach Sarri loses confidence in Alvaro Morata says he doesn't sacrifice enough for the club like Giroud Chelsea had a blast against Cardiff yesterday with a scoreline of 4 - 1. This recent win came as a result of perfect combination from Eden Hazard and Olivier Giroud. Sarri is however not happy with Spain international and Chelsea 25-year-old striker, Alvaro Morata. The Italian coach gave Morata a chance to prove himself in the Blues earlier four matches but h failed to perform. Saari has lost confidence in the Spanish player which is … [Read more...]
Video: At last Chelsea striker scored a goal after months of goal-drought
Video: At last Chelsea striker finds the goal post in a long time Chelsea striker and France international, Olivier Giroud has been spectacular both for his home country, France and Chelsea but he has been without a goal for a long time. The France international lifted the world cup and won the FA Cup with Chelsea under ex-coach Antonio Conte but he has not found the back of the net in a long time. However, the miracle and turning point came for Olivier Giroud during the match against the Netherlands as he went on to score a goal for … [Read more...]
Chelsea star – ‘I am very close to the end of my international career’
Chelsea forward says he is very close to the end of my international career World Cup champion and Chelsea forward, Olivier Giroud will be 32 at the end of this month, and there is no soothsayer to tell us that he will have to hang his boot for his home country, France very soon whether he likes it or not. Olivier Giroud, who lifted the 2nd world cup for his home country France in 2018 World Cup in Russia featured in all the matches during the tournament except for one. However, the Chelsea striker didn't score a single goal throughout the … [Read more...]
Chelsea Star Reveals Transfer Talks With Liverpool Target During Summer
Olivier Giroud has said himself and Chelsea teammate, Eden Hazard are trying to convince Nabil Fekir to move to Stamford Bridge this summer. The attacking midfielder almost joined Liverpool in June before the deal broke down due to a transfer agreement as Reds wanted to reduce the transfer price after detecting the player's history of injury. Despite the stalled transfer deal, there have been talks about the players wanting to leave Lyon for the Premier League, with reports of interest from Chelsea while Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has also … [Read more...]
Finally, Chelsea star linked with shock exit after meeting in London
Finally, Olivier Giroud linked with shock exit after meeting in London. This is quite a surprise report but might be a hint to the earlier report that Chelsea was in talks with Juventus for their Argentine forward, GonHiguainguian. Recent update have disclosed that Sarri Maurizio led Chelsea team has reached an agreement with La Liga club, Atlectico Madrid over Olivier Giroud. It was reported that the two clubs reached the agreement in London. This latest move signifies that the Blues are getting prepared for the arrival of Higuian and are … [Read more...]