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Manager that many Chelsea fans don’t even want needs to be convinced about joining

Manager that many Chelsea fans don’t even want needs to be convinced about joining

There will be many Chelsea fans out there right now saying they are pleased that Andoni Iraola needs to be convinced to join.  And there will be many Chelsea fans telling the club to not even try and convince him to join, and they will see this development as good news.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 1

'The more consistent' – Underrated Champions League winner names player who still doesn’t get enough credit

Trevoh Chalobah remains underrated, but one person who does appreciate him is Gary Cahill, who waxed lyrical this week. Trevoh Chalobah has been one of the most desperately underrated players at Chelsea we can remember.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 1

ESPN Brazil provide fresh Estevao update amid doubt over World Cup participation

The Brazilian Football Confederation have practically ruled out Estevao participating at the World Cup this summer according to reports. It was reported Estevao suffered a grade four hamstring tear in the 1-0 defeat against Manchester United last month.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 1

Why we will find out a lot about Chelsea’s summer defender transfer plans on Monday

Calum McFarlane has a fully fit selection of central defenders to pick from on Monday – we’re curious to see who gets the call. Chelsea have such a long gap between last Sunday’s FA Cup and their next game, against Crystal Palace on Monday, that they let their squad go on holiday.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 1

Why Chelsea’s best plan is now to keep starting player who isn’t good enough to win major trophies

Robert Sanchez is a major problem with Chelsea’s first team, but should be kept around to compete with Mike Penders. The summer is almost here, and while there are still some crucial games for Chelsea to play, the focus is gradually shifting to what on earth they will do this summer to improve the squad.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 1

BBC Sport share update on Chelsea’s striker situation this summer

At least two of the strikers currently on the books at Chelsea are likely to be sold this summer according to reports. After a quiet January the Blues are once again expected to be busy this summer with a lot of business needed to be done in regards to both incomings and outgoings.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 1

Sources 'close to the player' spill details on potential summer transfer plans

Nicolas Jackson is unlikely to stay at Chelsea according to the BBC, despite some things moving in that direction. As we race towards the summer, certain transfer sagas are likely to come back into focus, and will likely dominate the window.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 1

Enzo Fernandez and Cole Palmer post on socials as Chelsea return to training

Both Enzo Fernandez and Cole Palmer have posted on their Instagram accounts as Chelsea return to training this week. The Blues’ players were afforded a couple of days off by interim manager Callum McFarlane after Sunday’s win over Leeds United to reach the final of the FA Cup.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 1

'I was only involved when' – Mauricio Pochettino names the two transfers he approved when at Chelsea

Former Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has revealed he only approved two signings during his time in charge at Stamford Bridge. Pochettino was appointed in the summer of the 2023, following Frank Lampard’s interim spell in charge after Graham Potter had been sacked.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 1
Marco Silva addresses Chelsea speculation with five word answer

Marco Silva addresses Chelsea speculation with five word answer

Fulham boss Marco Silva has spoken on speculation linking him with the Chelsea job, and said he pays no attention to it. Chelsea are once again looking for a new head coach after sacking Liam Rosenior last month, with the 41-year-old lasting less than four months in the job.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 1
Barcelona make contact to sign Chelsea striker in move that would derail project

Barcelona make contact to sign Chelsea striker in move that would derail project

Barcelona have reportedly made contact to sign Chelsea striker Joao Pedro this summer in an ambitious attempt. Any sale of Pedro already at this point would seriously derail the supposed Chelsea project, because he has become front and centre of it.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 1
Fabrizio Romano declares Chelsea transfer target is 'one to watch' this summer

Fabrizio Romano declares Chelsea transfer target is 'one to watch' this summer

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has put his latest transfer info out on alleged Chelsea transfer target Anthony Gordon. The Newcastle United star is wanted by a number of teams, with both Chelsea and Bayern Munich having been linked with him recently.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / April 30

'High idea of himself' – Strasbourg fans compare 'sophisticated' Rosenior with 'football guy' O’Neil

Strasbourg fans were furious with losing Liam Rosenior to Chelsea in January – but have ended up delighted with his replacement. Chelsea aren’t in action until Monday night, so we’re really excited for tonight’s Conference League semi final first leg featuring our sister club Strasbourg.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / April 30
Exclusive reports that Chelsea face major rival for top manager choice – a few wins could change things

Exclusive reports that Chelsea face major rival for top manager choice – a few wins could change things

Andoni Iraola is a man in demand, and according to a report today it’s not just Chelsea who have him top of the list. Chelsea fans are all considering who they would want as their new manager, with many uncertain about the idea of Andoni Iraola, who is now favourite, coming in.

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Mauricio Pochettino’s comments about Chelsea project make us even more worried

Mauricio Pochettino’s comments about Chelsea project make us even more worried

Mauricio Pochettino was on the Overlap this week, where he made some interesting revelations about his time at Chelsea. Mauricio Pochettino has just done a long feature with the Overlap, which reveals some really interesting things about his year in charge of Chelsea.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / April 30
Chelsea could end up with £200k a week disaster signing in the bomb squad if a buyer doesn’t step up

Chelsea could end up with £200k a week disaster signing in the bomb squad if a buyer doesn’t step up

Wesley Fofana should be top of Chelsea’s list of players to sell this summer – but they may struggle to find a buyer. The Daily Mail’s have moved first in publishing their “keep, sell or loan” feature for this summer looking at Chelsea’s squad.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / April 30
Exclusive: Xabi Alonso gives his terms for accepting Chelsea job; club will find it hard to accede

Exclusive: Xabi Alonso gives his terms for accepting Chelsea job; club will find it hard to accede

Chelsea are looking at a number of coaches, but the most desired of all are going to set their own terms for the job. A number of managers are being mentioned in pretty concrete terms as candidates for the Chelsea job this summer.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / April 30
Chelsea name £60m valuation for player who could be sold in the summer

Chelsea name £60m valuation for player who could be sold in the summer

Chelsea have allegedly put a £60million price tag on striker Nicolas Jackson, who could depart the club this summer. Jackson is obviously at Bayern Munich right now seeing out his season long loan move there, but he could still leave the club on a permanent deal at the end of the season.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / April 30
'We’ll see' – Agent of Chelsea star fails at chance to shut down exit rumours

'We’ll see' – Agent of Chelsea star fails at chance to shut down exit rumours

The agent of Enzo Fernandez had a chance to completely shut down any exit rumours this summer, but he didn’t really take it. Javier Pastore, who is a former

Soccer News / Chelsea News / April 30
'Can’t predict the future' – Director leaves exit door open for Chelsea manager target

'Can’t predict the future' – Director leaves exit door open for Chelsea manager target

Como’s sporting director, Ludi, has spoken out on Cesc Fabregas’ future at the club, and the door has been left open to a departure. Obviously Ludi wants Fabregas to stay at the club, because he has done superbly since he arrived there.

Enzo Fernandez News / Chelsea News / April 30
Chelsea could hand midfielder new contract to avoid major transfer problem this summer

Chelsea could hand midfielder new contract to avoid major transfer problem this summer

Enzo Fernandez’s future is going to be the subject of speculation for the weeks and months ahead as we reach the summer. We’ve reached the final run of games of the season, and Chelsea still have a lot to play for.

Mike Penders News / Chelsea News / April 30
€47.3m youngster is huge BlueCo success story – he’s so good there are big questions for next season

€47.3m youngster is huge BlueCo success story – he’s so good there are big questions for next season

Mike Penders is a BlueCo success story, and will likely step up and compete for the Chelsea first team next year. Part of what’s been so frustrating about Chelsea’s “buy low, sell high” strategy since BlueCo took over has been simply how badly chosen the youngsters brought in have been.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / April 30

How Chelsea striker became a midfielder with the help of teammate who controlled him 'like on the PlayStation'

Eidur Gudjohnsen had a spell in midfield for Chelsea which many people have forgotten about, where Claude Makelele helped him out. Chelsea’s official website has some really interesting exclusives at the moment, and we enjoyed this one today about Eidur Gudjohnsen.

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