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Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 8
McFarlane likely to pick less popular option to fill attacking gaps against Liverpool
Calum McFarlane is scraping the barrel for attacking players right now – and will likely have to tweak his team tomorrow. Chelsea are having such a macro scale crisis that it’s easy to forget they’ve got a bit of an injury crisis too.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 8
'Definitely' – McFarlane promises squad decision that will make Chelsea fans very happy after injuries
Chelsea could turn to their academy for attacking talents as the first team squad reaches rock bottom after more injuries. Calum McFarlane admitted that he could be forced to add some youth talent to his bench as Chelsea’s attacking options narrowed further this week.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 8
Chelsea goal machine 'earmarked' for move – we don’t trust the sporting directors to get it right
Shim Mheuka is more than ready for a senior loan – and given his talent it’s a huge call for the sporting directors over where to send him. Shim Mheuka has just been nominated for the PL2 player of the year award after scoring 18 goals in 19 games.
The 'FIFA Club World Cup champions' quiz
How many of the teams to win the FIFA Club World Cup since it was held for the first time in 2000 can you name in five minutes?
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 8
'I would do everything' – Former Chelsea player tells star striker to leave Stamford Bridge
Former Chelsea winger Shaun Wright-Phillips has told Blues striker Joao Pedro to try and make a move to Barcelona. Shaun Wright-Phillips has been speaking about Chelsea’s car crash setup, and he’s told striker Joao Pedro to leave the club.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 8
Xabi Alonso now joint-favourite to be Chelsea manager – but major questions remain about his style and squad
Xabi Alonso is creeping up the list of potential Chelsea managers – but it’s not clear if his football is suited to our squad. Xabi Alonso is now joint favourite to be named Chelsea manager for next season.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 8
Only one thing can fix Chelsea – and they’re not going to get it this summer
The defeat for Chelsea on Monday against Nottingham Forest should not have surprised anyone. The Blues had lost their past five league games, and a sixth being added to that list always felt likely.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 8
Report: Man United make Cole Palmer decision amid rumoured interest in Chelsea star
Manchester United have ruled out a move for Cole Palmer this summer with the club deciding he isn’t one of their priorities according to reports. Palmer has really struggled this season, and missed a penalty in Monday’s 3-1 defeat against Nottingham Forest at Stamford Bridge.
Liam Delap News / Chelsea News / May 8
Blues tipped to sell star this summer who 'doesn’t look like a Chelsea player'
Chelsea will look to cut their losses and sell Liam Delap this summer according to former Arsenal striker Alan Smith. The Blues fought off interest from a number of Premier League clubs to sign Delap for £30m from Ipswich last summer.
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 8
'I’m backing' – Paul Merson gives his Liverpool vs Chelsea prediction
Chelsea travel to Anfield on Saturday lunchtime to take on Liverpool in a huge game and Paul Merson has given his prediction. The Blues are languishing in ninth with just three games remaining, and facing the prospect of missing out on European football all together.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 8
Report: Chelsea set to battle Man United for €50m rated Champions League star
Chelsea are one of the clubs interested in a summer move for Sporting Lisbon’s Maxi Araujo according to reports. The Blues had a very quiet January, but are once again expected to be busy this summer with the squad in serious need of reinforcements.
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 8
Sky Sports reporter shares Newcastle’s demand for Chelsea target Anthony Gordon
Newcastle’s initial demands for Chelsea target Anthony Gordon were €90m according to Sky Germany’s Florian Plettenberg. Having had a quiet January the Blues are once again expected to be busy this summer, with a the squad in serious need of reinforcements.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 8
'He’s not the right guy' – Matt Law explains why reported Chelsea target would be 'terrible signing'
Aston Villa star and reported Chelsea target Morgan Rogers would be a “terrible” signing for the Blues according to journalist Matt Law. Having been quiet in January, Chelsea face a critical summer and are once again expected to be busy in the window with a number of issues in the squad needing to addressed.
Liam Delap News / Chelsea News / May 8
Mail Sport: Chelsea’s Liam Delap transfer stance emerges amid Newcastle interest
Newcastle are willing to explore a move for Liam Delap this summer, but Chelsea insist he’s not for sale according to reports. The Blues fought off interest from a number of Premier League clubs last summer to sign Delap from Ipswich in a deal worth £30m.
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 7
'No active desire' – Claims about potential Chelsea manager have no base says latest report
Xavi Hernandez is already being dismissed as a possibility as Chelsea’s next manager by sources claiming it’s just agent talk. The story of Chelsea’s manager hunt is set to dominate the next few weeks and months, and this week saw a new candidate emerge.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 7
Latest: Three players ruled out for Chelsea – attacking injuries will mean more academy action
There’s more bad injury news for Chelsea, with three potential starters ruled out for Saturday’s game against Liverpool. There were a few striking things about Chelsea’s team to face Nottingham Forest B on Monday – the start for academy teenager Jesse Derry chief among them.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 7
'Trained fully' – Calum McFarlane gives major update on two Chelsea stars who we think could start Saturday
Chelsea could see a significant improvement to their team on Saturday, with two start players capable of starting the game. Calum McFarlane is taking his press conference ahead of Chelsea’s game against Liverpool on Saturday, and the priority today was injury updates on two potential starters.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 7
'Weren’t too happy' – Another issue Chelsea players had with Liam Rosenior becomes clear
Chelsea’s players have been training all week after interim coach Calum McFarlane quickly dropped his nice guy stance. Interim manager Calum McFarlane gave his Chelsea players a short holiday after they beat Leeds in the FA Cup semi final.
Soccer News / Chelsea News / May 7
The Overlap presenters pick out the team who is in the biggest trouble next season
The Overlap presenters have picked out the team who they believe will be in the biggest trouble next season. I think that you would have already guessed by now, seeing as this is a Chelsea blog, that we might have been mentioned here.
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 7
The Athletic: Chelsea owners acknowledging they need to make some changes
After four years in charge, Chelsea’s owners might finally be acknowledging that what they are doing is not working. I mean, many Chelsea fans, pundits, former players, journalists, and others noticed this and said this MANY years back now.
Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 7
Former Chelsea player names manager target who would 'definitely get the players’ respect'
I think I agree with Glen Johnson when he says that Cesc Fabregas would “definitely get the players’ respect” at Chelsea. And to be honest for me, this is going to be the most important thing about the next permanent manager of Chelsea.
Wesley Fofana News / Caught Offside / May 6
Talks held: Chelsea star on offer to Barcelona for bargain transfer fee
Chelsea reportedly look to be open to selling Wesley Fofana this summer as his representatives have offered him to Barcelona. The French centre-back has struggled to find his best form at Stamford Bridge, despite initially looking like he’d be a fine signing after impressing at former club Leicester City.
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