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Medical staff 'heavily involved' with decision to leave out Palmer and James says former Arsenal player

Medical staff 'heavily involved' with decision to leave out Palmer and James says former Arsenal player

Alan Smith is on duty for Sky Sports doing commentary at Stamford Bridge tonight, and before kick off he addressed the notable Chelsea team sheet. Reece James, Malo Gusto and Cole Palmer are all out of the squad entirely, despite having apparently been close to fitness for this game.

Moises Caicedo News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / January 14
Why Moises Caicedo is suspended for Chelsea vs Arsenal in Carabao Cup semi-finals

Why Moises Caicedo is suspended for Chelsea vs Arsenal in Carabao Cup semi-finals

Chelsea will not have Moises Caicedo available against Arsenal in the 1st leg of the Carabao Cup semi-finals on Wednesday night. Liam Rosenior has named his side as he prepares for his first match in the dugout at Stamford Bridge after being appointed as Chelsea head coach.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14
Chelsea vs Arsenal – Team News: Rosenior forced to name weak Chelsea team after four injuries and a suspension

Chelsea vs Arsenal – Team News: Rosenior forced to name weak Chelsea team after four injuries and a suspension

Chelsea face Arsenal at Stamford Bridge in the EFL Cup semi final in just over an hour, and the teams are in! Here are the full team line-ups for Chelsea

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 14
Chelsea to miss the one player they need most to compete with Arsenal tonight

Chelsea to miss the one player they need most to compete with Arsenal tonight

This is a syndicated version of this story, originally featured on the BBC Sport website. In his first week in charge of Chelsea, Liam Rosenior has said all of the right things – although it was never really in doubt that he would.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 14
Rosenior’s quotes on Estevao give major clue about a start vs. Arsenal

Rosenior’s quotes on Estevao give major clue about a start vs. Arsenal

Chelsea’s team for tonight is yet to be released, and one of the big questions will be about whether young winger Estevao Willian starts. He was expected to play against Charlton at the weekend.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 14
'Who’s going to dream?' – Under pressure winger on what Chelsea need to do to win trophies

'Who’s going to dream?' – Under pressure winger on what Chelsea need to do to win trophies

Pedro Neto has been speaking to the media ahead of Chelsea’s EFL Cup semi final first leg against Arsenal today. “It will be a really important match [vs Arsenal].

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 14
Predicted XI: Injured players set to return, new position for Palmer and a big Estevao decision on the wing

Predicted XI: Injured players set to return, new position for Palmer and a big Estevao decision on the wing

Chelsea take on Arsenal in the EFL Cup tonight, in Liam Rosenior’s first big game in charge. Here’s the team we think he will pick. In goal we will see Robert Sanchez restored to his usual spot after Filip Jorgensen had an unexpected chance in the FA Cup at the weekend.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14
Chelsea set to break successful loan and nobody is sure why yet

Chelsea set to break successful loan and nobody is sure why yet

We have always warned you that this January was set to be a quiet one, and it looks like that’s been an accurate prediction. One thing that IS happening, as we’ve just heard from Nizaar Kinsella, is that one of Chelsea’s on loan goalkeepers is being recalled.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14
BBC: 'Multiple clubs' want €12m striker; could have major effect on Chelsea’s loan plans

BBC: 'Multiple clubs' want €12m striker; could have major effect on Chelsea’s loan plans

This was always going to be a very slow January, and that’s proved to be the case, two weeks in. The only real action at Chelsea has been on the managerial front.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 14

'I’m happy' – Club owner explains how they will benefit now from transfer deals with Chelsea

One club owners has been explaining how he now believes they will benefit from some transfer deals with Chelsea FC. We all know the story behind this one and what is going on here.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14

Three key Arsenal players out for Chelsea match tonight and two major doubts

There are reportedly three key Arsenal players out of the game against Chelsea tonight with two major doubts as well. Obviously any Arsenal side that is put out tonight is going to be a good side, and Chelsea will know that.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 14

'We have become a liability' – Jason Cundy urges Liam Rosenior to sort out 'appalling' issue at Chelsea

Former Blues Jason Cundy has called on new head coach Liam Rosenior to sort out Chelsea’s “appalling” disciplinary record. Chelsea have the unfortunate record of being the side with the worst discipline in the league this season, and have picked up 62 yellow cards and five red cards so far.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 14
Jody Morris sends warning to Liam Rosenior as he issues ultimatum over Chelsea’s season

Jody Morris sends warning to Liam Rosenior as he issues ultimatum over Chelsea’s season

Former Chelsea player and coach Jody Morris has told Liam Rosenior he needs to get Champions League football or his job could be under threat. Rosenior was announced as Chelsea’s new head coach last week, and has signed a six and half year contract at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea FC News / Absolute Chelsea on SI / January 14
Liam Rosenior confirms January transfer plans as talks planned with Chelsea hierarchy

Liam Rosenior confirms January transfer plans as talks planned with Chelsea hierarchy

Liam Rosenior said he will likely have a conversation with Chelsea's hierarchy this week regarding potential future signings after "good surprises" in his debut win over Charlton Athletic.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 14
Liam Rosenior names five Chelsea players he considers to be 'special talents'

Liam Rosenior names five Chelsea players he considers to be 'special talents'

Liam Rosenior has labelled Cole Palmer and four of his team mates as “special talents” as he spoke about how to get the best out of the England international.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 14

BBC Sport: Ligue 1 star on Chelsea’s radar as they look to fill problem position

Chelsea are looking to sign a centre back this summer and are admirers of Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet according to reports. The Blues tried to sign Dean Huijsen from Bournemouth last summer, but the Spain international opted to join Spanish giants Real Madrid.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14

'The first conversation' – Liam Rosenior opens up on potential new signings at Chelsea

Liam Rosenior has insisted he wants to assess the current squad before deciding on any potential future signings. Last summer the Blues once again heavily invested in the squad, and made five new attacking signings as the forward line underwent a major revamp.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 14
Report: Chelsea hold talks over January move for AFCON star with 10 g/a this season

Report: Chelsea hold talks over January move for AFCON star with 10 g/a this season

Chelsea have held talks over a move for Feyenoord winger Anis Hadj-Moussa who impressed for Algeria at the African Cup of Nations according to reports.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14
The BBC mentions four Chelsea transfer targets one being 26-cap Turkish international

The BBC mentions four Chelsea transfer targets one being 26-cap Turkish international

The BBC have mentioned four Chelsea transfer targets, with one of them being a 26-cap Turkish international star. Chelsea aren’t expected to be too busy in the winter transfer market, with most of the focus being on the summer transfer window.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14
BBC Sport names player Chelsea are known admirers of, summer move a possibility

BBC Sport names player Chelsea are known admirers of, summer move a possibility

Chelsea are known admirers of Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo who has less than 18 months left on his contract according to reports. The Blues once again heavily invested in the squad last summer, and totally revamped their front line with five new attacking signings.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14
'Conversations with them' – Liam Rosenior seems to open the door to Raheem Sterling & Axel Disasi

'Conversations with them' – Liam Rosenior seems to open the door to Raheem Sterling & Axel Disasi

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior seemingly opens the door to bomb squad members Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi. The club have this thing where if you are not part of the plans and you are up for sale, you don’t train or play with the first team until you are sold.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 14

Liam Rosenior hints player who does 'magical things' has 'really good chance' of starting Arsenal game

Liam Rosenior has stated he’s going to use Estevao when he thinks it’s the right time to do so, and hinted he could start against Arsenal on Wednesday evening.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / January 14
'Incredible coach and an incredible person' – Chelsea player raves about Liam Rosenior

'Incredible coach and an incredible person' – Chelsea player raves about Liam Rosenior

One Chelsea player is seemingly very happy that Liam Rosenior is his new head coach at the club going off his latest comments. We are just getting ready to welcome Arsenal to Stamford Bridge tonight in the first leg of the League Cup semi final for the 8pm kick off later on.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 14
'A good in-depth conversation' – Liam Rosenior seems to make call on Cole Palmer starting tonight

'A good in-depth conversation' – Liam Rosenior seems to make call on Cole Palmer starting tonight

Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has seemingly made a call about whether Cole Palmer will be playing tonight against Arsenal. As we know, Palmer has been struggling with a groin issue for some time now, and recently, it kept him out for a good chunk of time.

Reece James News / HITC / January 13
Rugby legend says he’s now a Chelsea fan after meeting Reece James

Rugby legend says he’s now a Chelsea fan after meeting Reece James

A global rugby legend has declared he’s now a Chelsea supporter after meeting club captain Reece James. The former world champion shared his admiration for the 24-year-old in a social media post that impressed fans across both sports.

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