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‘Consistently lost possession’ – English media unimpressed with Cole Palmer vs Japan

‘Consistently lost possession’ – English media unimpressed with Cole Palmer vs Japan

The English media have been left unimpressed with the performance of Cole Palmer for England against Japan. He was on the losing side last night after being given a start by manager Thomas Tuchel, and it was also Palmer who gave the ball away that led to the only goal of the game from Japan that happened to be the winning goal.

Mykhailo Mudryk News / Chelsea News / April 1

Shakhtar Donetsk CEO shares rare Mykhailo Mudryk update amid continued absence from football

The mood of Mykhailo Mudryk is not good amid his ongoing suspension from football according to Shakhtar Donetsk CEO Sergei Palkin. Mudryk last played for Chelsea in November 2024 as he scored in a 2-0 win against Heidenheim in the Conference League.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / April 1

Thomas Tuchel delivers honest Cole Palmer verdict after England’s loss to Japan

Thomas Tuchel has delivered his assessment on the performance of Cole Palmer in England’s last friendly before the World Cup. After impressing from the bench against Uruguay, Palmer was handed a start, but England slipped to a 1-0 defeat against Japan at Wembley.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / April 1

'Unbelievable' – Romeo Lavia makes interesting Chelsea claim, fans won’t agree

Romeo Lavia believes the evolution at Chelsea since he joined the club from Southampton in 2023 has been “unbelievable.” Chelsea paid £58m to sign the Belgian from the Saints, beating off competition from Liverpool, but things certainly haven’t gone to plan at Stamford Bridge.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / April 1

Italian media reveal sum Chelsea paid Enzo Maresca following his Stamford Bridge exit

Enzo Maresca received a pay out of £4.3m from Chelsea when he left the club in January according to reports in Italy. The Italian signed a five year deal in the summer of 2024 as Mauricio Pochettino’s replacement, and had a successful first season in charge.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / April 1

Report: Atletico Madrid make Chelsea ace their top summer target

Atletico Madrid have made Marc Cucurella their top target as they look to sign a new left back this summer according to reports. Cucurella has established himself as a key player following his big money move from Brighton in the summer of 2022.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / April 1

Spanish journalist shares major update on Enzo Fernandez and Real Madrid

It is impossible for Enzo Fernandez to join Real Madrid this summer due to his long contract and price tag according to journalist Jorge Picon. Fernandez joined Chelsea for a then British record of £106m from Benfica in January 2023, and is one of the faces of the club’s project.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / April 1

Mail Sport: Chelsea could rival Man United for 22-year-old, Real Madrid also interested

Chelsea could rival Manchester United for Adam Wharton and have asked to be kept up to date on his situation according to reports. The Blues are believed to be looking to add another midfielder this summer as they look to ease the burden on Enzo Fernandez and Moises Caicedo.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / April 1

‘Without great impact’ – Joao Pedro’s game for Brazil reviewed after starting last night

Joao Pedro started for Brazil over night, and his performance has been reviewed by the local and national media. Pedro did not start the last game for Brazil, he instead came on as a second half sub but was unable to really effect anything.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / April 1
Commentator not happy with Cole Palmer’s England involvement last night

Commentator not happy with Cole Palmer’s England involvement last night

Commentator Lee Dixon was unhappy with Cole Palmer’s involvement for England against Japan last night. There was one particular moment that happened to

Jules Kounde News / Chelsea News / April 1
Chelsea interested in 27-year-old Barcelona man who they tried to sign before

Chelsea interested in 27-year-old Barcelona man who they tried to sign before

Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing 27-year-old defender Jules Kounde from Barcelona in the summer window. Chelsea and Kounde have been linked many times before, mostly before he joined Barcelona when Chelsea were seriously trying to sign him and actually got pretty close.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / March 31
Chelsea join Man City in chase for Bayern player they moved for in December

Chelsea join Man City in chase for Bayern player they moved for in December

Cassiano Kiala is a rising star, and Chelsea are apparently among the clubs who will try to persuade him to sign for them this summer. Chelsea are being linked with a number of young players as they continue their project of acquiring the best talents in the world.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / March 31
Chelsea’s Cole Palmer transfer stance clear – but there’s an obvious way it could change

Chelsea’s Cole Palmer transfer stance clear – but there’s an obvious way it could change

Cole Palmer is not for sale, according to Chelsea, who have rejected the overtures from Manchester United towards the attacker. A report from TeamTalk today has put forward Chelsea’s stance on Cole Palmer: despite interest from Manchester United in the attacker, he’s not for sale.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 31
Chelsea will sign 'ready-made stars' after tweaking their model following Cucurella criticism

Chelsea will sign 'ready-made stars' after tweaking their model following Cucurella criticism

Marc Cucurella’s criticism of Chelsea’s transfer model could have an instant effect, according to Kaveh Solhekol of Sky Sports. In the wake of the rather explosive comments from Marc Cucurella this morning about Chelsea’s transfer strategy, Kaveh Solhekol has gone straight on Sky Sports to speak about the situation.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / March 31
'Not playing for their head coach' – Top Sky journalist makes serious accusation about Rosenior

'Not playing for their head coach' – Top Sky journalist makes serious accusation about Rosenior

Liam Rosenior is struggling at Chelsea right now, and Kaveh Solhekol on Sky Sports has speculated that players are not buying into his ideas. Chelsea fans have seen players down tools plenty of times over the years when it comes to managers they don’t like – and we fear we’re seeing the same thing now.

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Soccer News / Chelsea News / March 31
Three stats which show why Chelsea’s attack has hit the wall after long season

Three stats which show why Chelsea’s attack has hit the wall after long season

Chelsea’s goals have dried up in recent weeks, and it seems like it’s a question of fatigue as much as anything. Chelsea’s comfortable win over Aston Villa felt like a crucial moment in the race for the top 4 – but the Blues have since stuttered to a halt entirely.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / March 31
Timing is no coincidence: Chelsea star could be sold this summer after critical comments

Timing is no coincidence: Chelsea star could be sold this summer after critical comments

Marc Cucurella’s comments about Chelsea’s structure come at a moment where the full back finds his future at a crossroads. The measured – but stinging – criticism of Chelsea’s project from Marc Cucurella come at a crucial time to make an impact.

Chelsea FC News / HITC / March 31
Why Portugal won’t do ‘anything differently’ without Cristiano Ronaldo, explains Joao Felix

Why Portugal won’t do ‘anything differently’ without Cristiano Ronaldo, explains Joao Felix

Joao Felix has explained why Portugal do not change their approach when Cristiano Ronaldo is absent, even as the veteran misses the team’s latest pre-World Cup friendlies.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / March 31
'I would not have made this decision' – Senior Chelsea player contradicts sporting directors

'I would not have made this decision' – Senior Chelsea player contradicts sporting directors

Marc Cucurella has said he would not have sacked Enzo Maresca, and has pointed to the instability it caused at Chelsea. The explosive Marc Cucurella interview with the Athletic is a gift that keeps on giving in a quiet international break.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / March 31
Chelsea senior star compares Maresca to Arteta and says sacking set Chelsea back

Chelsea senior star compares Maresca to Arteta and says sacking set Chelsea back

Marc Cucurella’s comments about the sacking of Enzo Maresca have made it clear it didn’t go down well in the dressing room. Marc Cucurella’s interview with the Athletic while on Spain duty has been the big big bombshell news of the day.

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / March 31
Key Chelsea player admits he is 'discouraged' by youth-based transfer policy in damaging attack on club

Key Chelsea player admits he is 'discouraged' by youth-based transfer policy in damaging attack on club

Marc Cucurella’s explosive interview today sees him lay bare the facts about what’s going on in Chelsea’s dressing room. The Athletic today have an interview

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / March 31
Damning: Key Chelsea player says same thing about this squad that fans and pundits have said for years

Damning: Key Chelsea player says same thing about this squad that fans and pundits have said for years

Marc Cucurella’s latest comments are a direct criticism of the way that Chelsea’s lack of Champions League experience cost them against PSG. Marc Cucurella’s appearance in a press conference for the Spain national team yesterday sparked a few headlines, and rightly so.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / March 30
'Would be difficult to refuse' – Chelsea star refuses to rule out Stamford Bridge exit

'Would be difficult to refuse' – Chelsea star refuses to rule out Stamford Bridge exit

Chelsea star Marc Cucurella has admitted that he would find it “difficult to refuse” a return to his boyhood club, Barcelona, sparking fresh speculation about his future at Stamford Bridge.

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