Chelsea skipper John Terry is willing to meet with Eddie Howe about Bournemouth move, according to reports. The 36-year-old defender has seen his chances at the Stamford Bridge reduce drastically due to the impressive form of defensive trio of Cesar Azpilicueta, Gary Cahill and David Luiz, starting just four league game this season. Terry's chances under Antonio Conte were also marred by injury and has now been pushed down the pecking order by the return of Nathan Ake meanwhile Conte has revealed the youngster will be a cover for his … [Read more...]
Chelsea Line Up Bid For Terry’s Potential Replacement
Chelsea have reportedly lined up a January move for Middlesbrough defender Ben Gibson. Reliable reports at the Stamford Bridge have it that the Blues are exploring the options to replace John Terry with the Boro defender if he leaves the club. Following suggestions that the 36-year-old defender will leave the club due to his lack of action with the Blues and could be set for an exit after the arrival of Nathan Ake from Bournemouth. However, reports in the Mirror have it that Terry wants to stay at Stamford Bridge and win the Premier League … [Read more...]
Report: Agent Confirms Talks With Chelsea Over Brilliant Midfielder With Superb Pace
Chelsea have started talks to sign Atalanta midfielder Franck Kessie this January, according to his agent. The 20-year-old midfielder has been heavily linked with a move to the Stamford Bridge with reports of interest from Manchester United. Kessie has had an excellent season in the Serie A so far, scoring seven goals in all competition already. Blues manager Antonio Conte is believed to be avid admirer of the Ivorien youngster after trying to sign him during his days as Juventus boss. His agent George Atangana has now revealed he is talks … [Read more...]
Club Swoop In To Sign Impressive Chelsea Target
Paris Saint-Germaine are ready to challenge Chelsea for Swansea City striker Fernando Llorente in the January window. Reports in the Sun have it that the Ligue 1 champions are in the market for attacking options as cover for Edinson Cavani and have weighing up a move for the lanky striker. The 31-year-old forward will be a good buy for the French side and is not cup-tied in the Champions League. Earlier this week, there were reports that the Blues are close to tie up a deal for the Spainard in a swap deal that may see Michy Batshuayi move … [Read more...]
Chelsea Hit With Major Transfer Blow Over Pursuit Of No.7 Star Player
Bayer Leverkusen striker Javier Hernandez has come out to clear the air concerning reports linking him with a move to Chelsea. The former Manchester United star was believed to be eyeing an exit from the club with suggestions he does not have a good relationship with any of his teammates and is unhappy. However, Hernandez also known as Chicharito has dismissed the reports, insisting he is happy to stay at Bayer Leverkusen. ‘Why would I like to stay in the Bundesliga? Because I feel good and I’m happy,’ Hernandez told … [Read more...]
Done Deal! Antonio Conte Seals First January Transfer Deal
Chelsea have sealed their first deal in the January transfer window after recalling Nathan Ake from Bournemouth. The 21-year-old defender has been on an impressive form for the Cherries and netting on several occasions already under Eddie Howe this season, which has prompted the Blues to recall him from the loan that was supposed to be till the end of the current campaign, having joined last summer. It is understood that Conte wants to bring Ake in back to Stamford Bridge to offer him more options at Chelsea. The defender also confirmed his … [Read more...]
Chelsea Set Surprise Move To Beat Arsenal For Highly-rated Defender’s Signature
Chelsea have made initial move to sign Wolfsburg defender, Ricardo Rodriguez according to reports. The Blues have made contact with the Swiss defender's agent as Conte looks to beat Arsenal to the highly-rated defender. The 24-year-old defender has been stand-out performer for the Bundesliga side since he joined in 2012, making over 150 appearances and attracted attention from a host of clubs with his impressive displays. Reports in the Sun claim that Arsenal have kept tabs on Rodriguez for months and even came close to signing him last … [Read more...]
3-4-3 Formation, Chelsea’s Probable Starting XI Against Stoke City
Chelsea will come up against Stoke City at the Stamford Bridge and are expected to pick up the maximum points. A win for them will edge the Blues closer to equaling Arsenal’s 14-game winning streak. However, the Blues might find it had breaking down the Potteries defence due to their solidity and even similar tactics of three-man defence line. But going by their current form, they could easily get three points since they are playing at home. In their usual 3-4-3 formation, Thibaut Courtois is expected to keep his place between the … [Read more...]
Chelsea Midfielder Has Four Serious Offers To Leave in January
Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel is keen on leaving Chelsea this January and has received four serious offers, according to reports. The Super Eagles captain has failed to nail a place under Antonio Conte since the start of the season and will look to exit the Stamford Bridge in January, and Inter Milan, Marseille and Valencia are all ready to sigh him; with reports of interest from China too. A source close to the player told ESPN: ‘All the offers are getting serious consideration but it is first and foremost about project football, and not … [Read more...]
Conte Opens Up On Transfer Plans for Michy Batshuayi
Antonio Conte has revealed that Michy Batshuayi will not be sent on loan in January. The 23-year-old striker who only just joined Chelsea from Marseille last summer transfer window, has not had the best of time due to his lack of playing chances. However, Conte has insisted that Batshuayi will not leave the club next month. ‘I won’t let him go on loan,’ said the Chelsea manager. ‘He’s a new player for Chelsea and to go on loan now is a defeat for the club and for me. Every decision I make is because I want to win. I try to make the best … [Read more...]
Chelsea Youngster Reveals How Conte Is Helping Loan Players
Chelsea youngster Tammy Abraham has hailed Antonio Conte's efforts in improvement of the club's loan players. The 19-year-old striker has been in an electric form with Bristol City where he joined in the summer on a season-long loan, scoring 13 goals so far in the English Championships. Abraham who had earlier admitted he is pushing for a return to Stamford Bridge, has now credited Antonio Conte for giving him the confidence to perform well even while on loan. He told the London Evening Standard: ‘Conte looks interested in the youngsters … [Read more...]