Chelsea have returned to the Champions League following their win over Watford in their penultimate league game of the season. The Blues are back among the big boys of European football after the 3-0 home victory over FA Cup finalists Watford on Sunday afternoon. Chelsea were frustrated throughout the first half before three second-half goals secured victory. Young England international midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek scored the opening goal for the hosts just after the halftime interval off a cross from star player Eden Hazard before the Belgian international provided the corner kick for David Luiz to double the Blues' advantage. Liverpool Secure Premier League Summit After Saints Win Chelsea striker Gonzalo Higuain made sure of the points with a … [Read more...]
Deal On: Chelsea To Open Contract Talks With 22-Year-Old Midfielder
Chelsea have concluded plans to open contract talks with midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek. This is according to a publication from The Sun as the Blues tried to avoid a similar situation like that of young winger Callum Hudson-Odoi. Recently capped England international Hudson-Odoi has one year left on his current contract with Chelsea and the West Londoners might need to decide whether to cash in on him or let him run down his contract in the event that the Blues Academy player doesn’t sign a new deal. Balanced Tie: Chelsea Secure Away Draw At Frankfurt Ruben Loftus-Cheek has two years left on his Chelsea contract and Chelsea director Marina Granovskaia wants to sit down with his agent over a new contract for the England international. The former Crystal … [Read more...]
I Changed My Game For Sarri – Chelsea Midfielder Confesses
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek has narrated how he had to change his game to meet the demands of Blues manager Maurizio Sarri this season. Former Napoli and Empoli manager Sarri was named the new Chelsea boss last summer and he introduced a new style ‘Sarriball' to the club which was different to what was obtainable under the previous managerial era of Antonio Conte. Ruben Loftus-Cheek struggled for minutes under Maurizio Sarri earlier this season especially in the Premier League but things have changed drastically for the England international in recent weeks. The former Crystal Palace player talked about the reason behind the change in an interview with the official website of Chelsea. Former Arsenal chief secures new job The change has seen … [Read more...]
Betting Preview: Chelsea vs Brighton: Home Team Favourites
West London giants Chelsea were largely unconvincing in their last league game at the weekend. The Blues came from a goal down to beat Welsh side Cardiff City 2-1 away from home in their Premier League meeting on Sunday with the help of the officials. Cardiff City had an early lead in the second half through Victor Camarasa before Cesar Azpilicueta scored the equaliser in the 84th minute from an offside position. Cardiff City were understandably furious with the officials and that decision proved to be costly for the hosts who went on to concede a second Chelsea goal to substitute Ruben Loftus-Cheek. Three PL Clubs In Loan Chase For Liverpool Striker Chelsea have to do better when they entertain Brighton and Hove Albion at home on Wednesday night in … [Read more...]
Chelsea Narrow Gap In Top-four Race With Controversial Win
West London giants Chelsea have closed the gap on the Premier League top four in the race for Champions League football next season following their controversial win over Welsh side Cardiff City. Chelsea needed to win the game to boost their top-four hopes especially after the victory recorded by rivals Manchester United on Saturday evening. The Blues dominated possession in a goalless first half as they were restricted to few opportunities by the hosts. The game sprang to life at the start of the second half when Cardiff City took the lead through Victor Camarasa via an assist from Harry Arter. The Spaniard scored for the home side just after the halftime interval to give the Bluebirds a big goal in the fight against relegation. Everton Midfielder … [Read more...]
Kane Backs Chelsea Winger To Shine For England
Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane is adamant that young Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi will shine for the Three Lions of England despite his lack of experience at Premier League level. Callum Hudson-Odoi was promoted from the England U21 setup to the senior team on Monday by manager Gareth Southgate ahead of the Three Lions’ upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers against Czech Republic and Montenegro. In a news conference on Monday, Harry Kane revealed his confidence in the ability of Callum Hudson-Odoi as he pointed out that he has shown his quality in Three Lions’ training. The England skipper also praised the conduct and attitude of the young players in the team. Why we are lucky to have Ozil in our team, Bellerin Harry Kane has been impressed by the … [Read more...]
Chelsea Midfielder Pulls Out Of England Squad
Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek has pulled out of the England squad ahead of the upcoming Euro 2020 qualifiers with the Czech Republic and Montenegro. Loftus-Cheek will miss out of the Three Lions’ games after he suffered a knock in Chelsea’s 2-0 loss to Everton in their Premier League clash at Goodison Park on Sunday evening. The Chelsea midfielder came on as a second-half substitute in the defeat to the Toffees. England have been hit with three withdrawals ahead of the aforementioned games. Apart from Ruben Loftus-Cheek, the Manchester City duo of John Stones and Fabian Delph have also pulled out of the England squad with respective knocks. Report: United double 21-year-old’s weekly wage Loftus-Cheek, Delph and Stones were all part of the … [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 neither did he beat his marker in one-vs-one situations. His ineffectiveness against Leicester was obviously seen and the highest of them was his hilarious corner kick in the first half of the encounter. His poor … [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 regular playing time at Stamford Bridge this season. Crystal Palace, Schalke 04 and West Ham United have all been mentioned as possible transfer destinations for the player. Chelsea dealt heavy blow in pursuit of … [Read more...]
Is this the time for Ruben Loftus-Cheek to be a regular player for Chelsea?
Chelsea midfielder and England international, Ruben Loftus-Cheek will turn 23 years old in January. Different speculations have risen about him, they include; will he remain at Chelsea without getting a start in the EPL? Will the Blues deem it fit to give him a chance in the EPL? Well, considering Ruben Loftus-Cheek's form, it is now certain he is hungry and ready for regular games in the EPL and to say the truth he deserves it. Young players like him are already soaring high in domestic leagues for football clubs where they get first team chances. The likes of Dele Alli, James Maddison, Lewis Cook and Harry Winks who are also young players at their respective football clubs come to mind. Three reasons there was no spark at Anfield yesterday Ruben … [Read more...]
How Chelsea midfield have cleared all doubts
In the early games of the 2018/19 football season, different doubts came up about the Blues squad. Some of the doubts include; will Chelsea be able to perform without Eden Hazard? Can the midfielders score goals? Can Maurizio Sarri rely on the Blues striker for more goals? The doubts went on and on. But in the Blues last two games in the Uefa Europa League match against BATE Borisov and in the EPL match against Burnley, the midfield players have made some points that have cleared all doubt. In the last two matches, Chelsea current highest goalscorer, Eden Hazard was not available for the match but to the surprise of many, the Blues picked up the three points with high numbers of goals. Video: See how Andy Robertson came with the assist that gave Sadio … [Read more...]
Is this the new threat at Chelsea?
Following the arrival of Coach Maurizio Sarri at Chelsea, the Blues turned out to be more than spectacular especially with their style of play 'Sarriball' but along the line others football clubs seems to have studied the Blues well to known how to defend against them. Like the game against Burnley yesterday at Turf Moor, the Blues were confused for the first few minutes of the match as the home team held them down but Sarri managed to tweak the Blues formation and it worked out. United welcome Ji-Sung Park to the Old Trafford Well, while many of the football clubs have always targeted Belgium international, Eden Hazard as the main threat in the Blues squad, it has turned to be that the Belgian striker is not the only player to be worried about at … [Read more...]
Burnley vs Chelsea: three things Chelsea should worry about
Chelsea put up a great performance against Burnley at Turf Moor in the English Premier League. The absence of Eden Hazard didn't affect the Blues squad in terms of goals as they went ahead to net four goals thanks to efforts from Alvaro Morata, Ross Barkley, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Willian. Despite their brilliant performance, there were still some weaknesses in the Blues squad which calls for a quick amendment. Below are some of the flaw Chelsea have to be worried about: 1. Pedro's injury: the Spaniard injury is becoming regular and it is limiting him from giving his best to the club. The Spain International had first sustained a shoulder injury during the game against Greek club, PAOK in the UEFA Europa League and had been out of the squad until … [Read more...]
£75,000-a-week player sends warning to Ruben Loftus-Cheek
Chelsea midfielder and England international, Ruben Loftus-Cheek is the new standard for the Blues midfielders having scored three goals in his first match for the Blues against BATE Borisov. It is now obvious that Coach Maurizio Sarri will want his midfielders to start scoring goals in other to help Eden Hazard, who has been out of action lately owing to a back injury he sustained against Man Utd last weekend. Chelsea midfielder, Mateo Kovacic in a recent statement applauded Ruben Loftus-Cheek for his effort for the Blues against BATE Borisov but he affirmed that the England international despite scoring will still have to fight to get a chance in the Blues first squad. Why Ozil might not captain Arsenal Some reports from Stamford Bridges have made it … [Read more...]
England legend applauds Ruben Loftus-Cheek on Twitter
Chelsea midfielder and England international, Ruben Loftus-Cheek was the man of the match for the Blues in the Uefa Europa League match against BATE Borisov on Thursday night. Loftus-Cheek, 22, fired brace for the Blues in the first half before he went on to make it a hat-trick in the second half. His recent performance has been applauded by fans and pundits. However, England legend, Gary Lineker in a recent statement has also joined the list of fans that have so far applauded the 22 years old English midfielder. Chelsea set to offer another player a new deal? Gary Lineker posted via Twitter “Great to see young English talent performing so well. A cheeky little hat-trick from @rubey_lcheek 👏👏.” Ruben Loftus-Cheek after the match … [Read more...]
Video: Ruben Loftus-Cheek at his best against BATE Borisov
Chelsea hosted BATE Borisov in their third game of the Uefa Europa League last night. The game saw Coach Maurizio Sarri rotate the Blues squad, playing Rube Loftus-Cheek ahead of other midfielders. Sarri changed the Blues defense totally and gave England international and Chelsea midfielder, Ruben Loftus-Cheek a chance in the midfield, a selection he is glad he made. Ruben Loftus-Cheek was considered the man of the match as he scored his first hat-trick for Chelsea. The game against BATE Borisov started with Loftus-Cheek giving the Blues a brace in the first half. Loftus-Cheek went on to find the net the third time in the second half for Chelsea last night. However, Ruben Loftus-Cheek's performance last night is an indirect message not only to … [Read more...]
‘You have to stay for this reason’ – Legend advises Ruben Loftus-Cheek
Chelsea midfielder and England international, Ruben Loftus-Cheek made known his interest to leave the club in January over limited playing time. Loftus-Cheek at the beginning of this season had rejected an offer to leave Chelsea on loan while stressing that he wanted to stay at Stamford Bridge and fight for his place. Well, Chelsea had gone ahead to sign Jorginho and Matteo Kovacic, who beat Ruben Loftus-Cheek to his chances in the Blues' midfield. Loftus-Cheek lack of playing time has affected him in the international scene as he was unable to make it to England national squad. Unlike last season when he played at Crystal Palace on loan, the midfielder was able to make it to the English Squad that played the 2018 world cup in Russia. This may be part … [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 so as to cash in on him. With his contract expected to end at the summer, Fabregas is yet to agree on a new deal with his employers and that will obviously make him a free agent. According to The Mirror, the Spanish … [Read more...]
Confirmed! Ruben Loftus-Cheek finally bows to pressure ready to leave Chelsea
Chelsea midfielder and England international, Ruben Loftus-Cheek has finally bowed to pressure and will leave Chelsea on loan in the January transfer window. The report was made public by the Daily Mail, which confirmed that the midfielder is now ready to accede to a loan move away from Chelsea. Loftus-Cheek has reportedly grown frustrated from the limited playing chances he has gotten so far this season with Chelsea coach, Maurizio Sarri not seeing him as a credible player to be in the Blues first eleven. The England international had a loan spell at Crystal Palace last season, which saw him in his top form and went ahead to earn him a spot in the English national team. However, this season saw the player refusing to leave on another loan spell as he … [Read more...]
‘You need to leave Stamford Bridge’ – Former England coach advises Chelsea star
Former England coach, Sam Allardyce in a recent statement advises Chelsea midfielder, Ruben Loftus-Cheek to leave the club over limited playing chances. Sam Allardyce via his statement is angry that the 22-year-old England international is not getting enough playing time in the Blues senior squad. He disclosed that Loftus-Cheek had the chances to play last season when he was on loan at Crystal Palace, which earned him a spot in the England national squad. However, this season has been very different for him, following his refusal to leave Chelsea on loan, he has been relegated to the bench. This has affected him as he failed to make the England current national squad. Sam Allardyce in his statement said ' Chelsea have told him he is going to be a part … [Read more...]
Boost for Liverpool as Chelsea will be without these three players
Tomorrow night will be a big one as two tough teams, Liverpool and Chelsea will be meeting for the first time this season. Liverpool will play host to Sarri led Chelsea squad as they find their way to Anfield. The two English football clubs are like to rotate some of their squad. However, a new report has made it known that Chelsea will be without 3 of their players as they travel to Anfield for the big game. The Players include England international, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Pedro and Antonio Rudiger. Chelsea midfielder, Ruben Loftus-Cheek had sustained an injury on his chin while in action for his home country, England during the international holiday. If he was available, he might use this opportunity to get his first start for Chelsea. Spain … [Read more...]
Mateo Kovacic injury is an opportunity for one of these midfielders to shine at Chelsea
Chelsea has so far kept a 100 per cent win this season with Sarri now among the four coaches to ever win their first five matches on their arrival in the EPL. The Blues are currently seated at the top of the EPL table after overtaking Liverpool with goal differences. Sarri led Chelsea squad made a name for themselves over the weekend having defeated Cardiff in a game that saw Eden Hazard scoring a hat-trick and Willian adding a fourth goal for the Blues. Despite the win, the match against Cardiff was physical which saw Chelsea midfielder, Matteo Kovacic sustaining an injury and was replaced with England international Ross Barkley, who gave his best for the Blues. Since the beginning of this season, Coach Sarri Maurizio had preferred to start Kovacic … [Read more...]