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Louis Saha labels Chelsea ace a 'terrific talent' and reveals why he’s struggled

Louis Saha labels Chelsea ace a 'terrific talent' and reveals why he’s struggled

Former Premier League striker Louis Saha believes Liam Delap is a “terrific” talent despite his struggles this season. Chelsea fought off interest from a number of Premier League clubs to sign Delap for £30m last summer after Ipswich got relegated.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 21

Everton target another Chelsea star after Dewsbury-Hall success – £30m minimum

Liam Delap is a transfer target for Everton, who tried to sign him a year ago and will apparently now try again to secure him. Chelsea are ready to get stuck into the final third of their season, but the summer’s transfer rumours are already warming up.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 21

Rosenior fighting one of the most dangerous enemies a football team can have ahead of Burnley game

Liam Rosenior made a desperate attempt to stop complacency creeping into his group ahead of today’s game against Burnley. Chelsea take on Burnley this afternoon, and ahead of the game our manager Liam Rosenior spoke a little about what he expected from our opposition, who sit in 19th place.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 21
'The mentality is top' – Wesley Fofana reveals key difference between Rosenior and Maresca

'The mentality is top' – Wesley Fofana reveals key difference between Rosenior and Maresca

Wesley Fofana believes Chelsea are working with a top mentality under Liam Rosenior as he explained the differences from Enzo Maresca. Rosenior arrived from Strasbourg at the start of January, and signed a six and a half year contract at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 21
'My goal is' – Mamadou Sarr reveals what he really wants to achieve at Chelsea

'My goal is' – Mamadou Sarr reveals what he really wants to achieve at Chelsea

Mamadou Sarr has stated his goal at Chelsea is to win a lot of games and win trophies at Stamford Bridge. Chelsea signed Sarr from Strasbourg last summer, and he made his debut at the Club World Cup, before being sent back on loan to the French side.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 21
'I truly believe that' – Liam Rosenior makes major claim about 'outstanding' Joao Pedro

'I truly believe that' – Liam Rosenior makes major claim about 'outstanding' Joao Pedro

Liam Rosenior believes Joao Pedro could become one of the “best strikers in world football” if he continues his current trajectory. Pedro arrived at Chelsea last summer from Brighton in a deal worth up to £60m, and hit the ground running at the Club World Cup.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 21
Journalist: Chelsea offered encouragement over potential summer move for 'highly regarded player'

Journalist: Chelsea offered encouragement over potential summer move for 'highly regarded player'

Chelsea have received encouragement in their attempts to sign Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall according to reports. The Blues had an enquiry for Bergvall knocked back in January as they looked to bring in another midfielder due to injury issues with Romeo Lavia and Dario Essugo.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 21
Liam Rosenior provides new injury update on 'outstanding' Levi Colwill

Liam Rosenior provides new injury update on 'outstanding' Levi Colwill

Liam Rosenior has revealed he’s “hopeful” Levi Colwill will return to action for Chelsea before the end of the season. Colwill suffered an ACL injury before

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 20
Liam Delap’s impact is a positive – but no striker can succeed without goals forever

Liam Delap’s impact is a positive – but no striker can succeed without goals forever

This is a syndicated version of this story, originally featured on the BBC Sport website. There are times in life when you get a compliment which stings as much as criticism.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 20

'Let’s see…' – Champions League winner weighs in on Liam Rosenior’s early impact at Chelsea

Roberto Di Matteo has had some nice things to say about Liam Rosenior after the new manager’s first run of game in charge of Chelsea. Chelsea’s results under new manager Liam Rosenior have been good, and according to former coach Roberto Di Matteo, there are more positives than just the wins.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 20

Chelsea announce new shirt sponsor and 'principal partner'

Chelsea have just announced a new “principal partner” in the form of IFS, an “industrial AI” company. They become our front of shirt sponsor for the rest of this season.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 20
Mystery Chelsea player turns down new contract – we’ve got a good guess who, and why

Mystery Chelsea player turns down new contract – we’ve got a good guess who, and why

One Chelsea player has apparently recently turned down a contract, preferring to open talks in the summer, and we speculate that it might be Malo Gusto.

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Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 20
Sources claim two Chelsea players pushing for bigger contracts – Blues have fascinating negotiation ahead

Sources claim two Chelsea players pushing for bigger contracts – Blues have fascinating negotiation ahead

Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez want improved contracts at Chelsea, but sources at the club are plating it down as a “natural” part of the policy. Today’s

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 20
Three Premier League clubs copying Chelsea’s revolutionary transfer idea despite rule change

Three Premier League clubs copying Chelsea’s revolutionary transfer idea despite rule change

Chelsea’s ownership came in with a policy of handing out long contracts, and that has now become the norm with many top clubs. A piece in the Athletic today has some interesting thoughts about Chelsea’s contract policy.

Chelsea FC News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / February 20
Inside Moises Caicedo's conversation with Liam Rosenior that inspires him to work even harder

Inside Moises Caicedo's conversation with Liam Rosenior that inspires him to work even harder

Chelsea midfielder Moises Caicedo shared the conversation he had in his first meeting with new head coach Liam Rosenior in January. Caicedo has so far featured in 10 of Rosenior's first 11 games at Chelsea across all competitions.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 20
The Athletic detail important contract update for key Chelsea stars

The Athletic detail important contract update for key Chelsea stars

Several senior players including Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo are looking for improved contracts according to The Athletic. The Blues have made a point of rewarding players with improved or extended deals if they perform to a high level.

Liam Rosenior News / Chelsea News / February 20
'Obviously going up against Liam' – Scott Parker sends message to Rosenior ahead of Chelsea vs Burnley

'Obviously going up against Liam' – Scott Parker sends message to Rosenior ahead of Chelsea vs Burnley

Burnley boss Scott Parker has praised Liam Rosenior for doing “fantastically” well at Chelsea in a short space of time. Parker returns to his former club on Saturday afternoon as the Blues host Burnley in an important game for both teams.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / February 20
'I just' – Chris Sutton gives his prediction for Chelsea vs Burnley

'I just' – Chris Sutton gives his prediction for Chelsea vs Burnley

Chelsea host Burnley in the Premier League on Saturday afternoon, and former Blues striker Chris Sutton has made his prediction. Liam Rosenior has made a good start to life at Chelsea, and remains unbeaten in the Premier League with four wins and a draw from his five league matches.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 20
Report: Premier League club make Chelsea ace top summer target, asking price revealed

Report: Premier League club make Chelsea ace top summer target, asking price revealed

Everton have made Liam Delap one of their top targets this summer with Chelsea ready to sanction a sale according to reports. The Blues fought off interest from a number of clubs last summer to sign Delap for £30m from Ipswich following their relegation from the Premier League.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 20
'That’s his best position' – Paul Merson sends message to Liam Rosenior over Chelsea ace

'That’s his best position' – Paul Merson sends message to Liam Rosenior over Chelsea ace

Chelsea host Burnley on Saturday afternoon in the Premier League, and Paul Merson has claimed Cole Palmer is at his best playing as number ten. The Blues are looking to get back to winning ways in the league having dropped crucial points against Leeds in a 2-2 draw last time out.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / February 20
'He’s more of a goal threat' – Danny Murphy questions Chelsea over summer transfer activity

'He’s more of a goal threat' – Danny Murphy questions Chelsea over summer transfer activity

Danny Murphy has questioned Chelsea’s decision to sign Liam Delap, and believes Nicolas Jackson is more of a goal threat. The Blues fought of competition from a number of clubs to sign Delap for £30m from Ipswich last summer following their relegation.

Chelsea FC News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / February 18
'Found it super tough' - Reece James makes admission about his role as Chelsea captain

'Found it super tough' - Reece James makes admission about his role as Chelsea captain

Reece James has opened up about his early struggles when he first became captain at Chelsea while dealing with injury spells. The 26-year-old was officially appointed as Chelsea's captain back in August 2023 following the departure of his predecessor Cesar Azpilicueta earlier in the summer.

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