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Chelsea get stark shirt sponsorship warning from South African firm as £60m deal in works

Chelsea get stark shirt sponsorship warning from South African firm as £60m deal in works

Chelsea’s continued lack of a front-of-shirt sponsor is one of the more baffling elements of BlueCo’s ownership of the club – and that’s a high bar. Since acquiring the club in 2022, the consortium – which is fronted by private equity house Clearlake Capital and billionaire Todd Boehly – have run Chelsea in a highly unconventional fashion.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / June 23

Chelsea and Tottenham offered £52m midfielder in surprise transfer twist

AZ Alkmaar midfielder Kees Smit has been linked with a move away from the Netherlands, and clubs like Chelsea and Tottenham have been mentioned as potential destinations.

Chelsea FC News / HITC / June 22
Official $22bn announcement shows exactly what Clearlake Capital have planned for Chelsea

Official $22bn announcement shows exactly what Clearlake Capital have planned for Chelsea

Clearlake Capital, majority shareholders of Chelsea Football Club, are among soccer’s most controversial owners. The private equity firm bought into the Premier League side in May 2022, alongside LA Lakers and LA Dodgers shareholder Todd Boehly and a phalanx of other investors.

Enzo Fernandez News / Caught Offside / June 21
Chelsea have €120m decision to make as ‘verbal agreement’ reached with 22-G/A star

Chelsea have €120m decision to make as ‘verbal agreement’ reached with 22-G/A star

Enzo Fernandez has been linked with a move away from Chelsea during the summer transfer window, and Real Madrid is hoping to sign him. According to journalist Gianluigi Longari, Real Madrid has reached a ‘verbal agreement’ with the South American midfielder over a five-year contract.

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Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / June 20
Chelsea tipped for shock £40m Premier League raid to sign versatile attacker

Chelsea tipped for shock £40m Premier League raid to sign versatile attacker

Chelsea have been backed to make a surprise move for Marcus Rashford, with former Blues defender William Gallas claiming the Manchester United forward could fit well under Xabi Alonso.

Chelsea FC News / The 4th Official / June 19
Chelsea Have Joined The Race For This Ligue 1 Midfielder: What Will He Bring To Stamford Bridge?

Chelsea Have Joined The Race For This Ligue 1 Midfielder: What Will He Bring To Stamford Bridge?

In a recent report, Fichajes claimed that Chelsea have joined the race for Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. It is understood that the Blues would have to rival Arsenal, Liverpool, Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich in the race to land the Morocco international this summer.

Xabi Alonso News / Caught Offside / June 19
Alonso could give Chelsea edge over Arsenal & Man United in €50m transfer race

Alonso could give Chelsea edge over Arsenal & Man United in €50m transfer race

Alvaro Carreras has been linked with a move away from Real Madrid during the summer transfer window. The 23-year-old is a target for Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United.

Enzo Fernandez News / Caught Offside / June 18
Journalist drops Enzo Fernandez bombshell as Chelsea midfielder takes major step

Journalist drops Enzo Fernandez bombshell as Chelsea midfielder takes major step

Chelsea could be facing one of the biggest transfer tests of their summer, with Real Madrid reportedly preparing a huge bid for Enzo Fernández. According to journalist Nicolo Schira, there is already an agreement in principle between Real Madrid and the Argentine midfielder over a contract running until 2032.

Enzo Fernandez News / Caught Offside / June 18
Enzo Fernandez transfer plans take shape as insider reports latest Chelsea twist

Enzo Fernandez transfer plans take shape as insider reports latest Chelsea twist

Chelsea could be heading towards another uncomfortable transfer situation, with Enzo Fernández reportedly willing to push for a move to Real Madrid. According to a source on X, the Argentina international sees Madrid as his dream club and believes he has the quality to become an all-time great at the Bernabeu.

Marc Cucurella News / Caught Offside / June 18

Romano gives another Chelsea exit the ‘here we go’ treatment after Cucurella exit

Chelsea are set to sell Jimmy-Jay Morgan to West Bromwich Albion in a permanent deal worth around £4m, with the Blues also protecting themselves through a sell-on clause.

Xabi Alonso News / The 4th Official / June 17
Chelsea Are Showing Interest In This Real Madrid Left-Back: Should Alonso Go For Him?

Chelsea Are Showing Interest In This Real Madrid Left-Back: Should Alonso Go For Him?

In a recent report, AS mentioned that Chelsea are showing interest in Real Madrid left-back Alvaro Carreras. It has been claimed that the Blues are keen on bringing the Spanish talent to Stamford Bridge in this transfer window.

Kalidou Koulibaly News / HITC / June 17
Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly ‘does not understand’ as he hits out at World Cup travel ban

Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly ‘does not understand’ as he hits out at World Cup travel ban

Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly has raised concerns over the difficulties supporters from his country have faced travelling to the United States during the 2026 World Cup.

Xabi Alonso News / Caught Offside / June 17
Report: Chelsea ask about five players from Xabi Alonso’s former club

Report: Chelsea ask about five players from Xabi Alonso’s former club

Chelsea could reportedly be exploring a major transfer raid on Xabi Alonso’s former club Real Madrid this summer. According to Simon Phillips, the Blues have used recent talks with Real Madrid over Marc Cucurella’s sale to also ask about five of their players.

Chelsea FC News / Caught Offside / June 17
'I don’t understand…' – Kalidou Koulibaly takes aim at Donald Trump after issue in France-Senegal game

'I don’t understand…' – Kalidou Koulibaly takes aim at Donald Trump after issue in France-Senegal game

Senegal centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly has aimed a dig at US president Donald Trump’s immigration policy after fans have struggled to make it to the World Cup.

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England replace Tino Livramento (calf) with Trevoh Chalobah

England replace Tino Livramento (calf) with Trevoh Chalobah

England ruled out defender Tino Livramento with a calf injury on Tuesday, one day before opening the World Cup against Croatia in Arlington, Texas. The 23-year-old Newcastle United full-back sustained the injury during training on Sunday at the Three Lions' base camp in Kansas City, Mo.

Chelsea FC News / Soccer on ClutchPoints / June 16

England’s World Cup star out with injury, Chelsea-based replacement likely

Even before the England soccer team began its FIFA World Cup campaign, it had been struck by a series of tragedies. From getting their goods stolen to now, Newcastle United player Tino Livramento suffering an injury.

Xabi Alonso News / Caught Offside / June 16
Chelsea weighing up move for €50m La Liga defender who has worked with Xabi Alonso

Chelsea weighing up move for €50m La Liga defender who has worked with Xabi Alonso

Chelsea are in need of a left-back after Marc Cucurella’s move to Real Madrid was confirmed on Monday, depositing €55m (£47.5m) plus €5m (£4.3m) in variables in their accounts.

Marc Cucurella News / Caught Offside / June 16
Chelsea step up search for new left-sided defender after Marc Cucurella exit

Chelsea step up search for new left-sided defender after Marc Cucurella exit

Chelsea are already looking at possible replacements for Marc Cucurella after his move to Real Madrid, and Sporting CP’s Maxi Araújo has emerged as one of the main names on their list.

Chelsea FC News / HITC / June 15
Chelsea and LA Lakers owner Todd Boehly could complete world-first as $9bn takeover on cards

Chelsea and LA Lakers owner Todd Boehly could complete world-first as $9bn takeover on cards

Todd Boehly – co-owner of the LA Lakers, LA Dodgers and Chelsea Football Club among a range of other teams – is one of the most prolific investors in sports.

Xabi Alonso News / The 4th Official / June 15
Chelsea Are In The Running To Land This Talented Defender: Good Option For Alonso?

Chelsea Are In The Running To Land This Talented Defender: Good Option For Alonso?

In a recent report, journalist Mark Brus revealed that Chelsea are in the running to land Club Brugge Joel Ordonez this summer. It has been claimed that the Blues would have to rival Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur in the race to sign the Ecuador international in this transfer window.

Soccer News / Pro Football Rumors / June 13
Todd Boehly Considering Seahawks Ownership Bid

Todd Boehly Considering Seahawks Ownership Bid

Another billionaire has entered the fray to be the new owner of the Seahawks. Todd Boehly, CEO of holding company Eldridge Industries, is considering a bid to own Seattle’s NFL team, per Semafor’s Liz Offman.

Moises Caicedo News / Athlon Sports / June 8
Ecuador Star Moises Caicedo’s Heated Exchange With USA Police Before FIFA World Cup

Ecuador Star Moises Caicedo’s Heated Exchange With USA Police Before FIFA World Cup

Moises Caicedo and Ecuador are set to begin their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on Sunday, taking on Ivory Coast in their Group E opener. Caicedo will be

Soccer News / Yardbarker / June 9
Five under-the-radar World Cup players to watch

Five under-the-radar World Cup players to watch

The World Cup kicks off Thursday, bringing no shortage of star power. But as the sport's biggest names descend on North America for the next month, it’s often the lesser-known players who can shape a tournament’s outcome. 

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Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / June 1
Chelsea player is not a 'killer' and won’t be a top player until he learns that says former Blue

Chelsea player is not a 'killer' and won’t be a top player until he learns that says former Blue

Cole Palmer lacks a key ingredient to be a top player says Marcel Desailly in an interview in the French press today. Cole Palmer had a poor season, let’s face it.

Marc Cucurella News / Chelsea News / June 1
Source confirms 'multiple clubs' in touch with Chelsea regular; Blues 'would not block departure'

Source confirms 'multiple clubs' in touch with Chelsea regular; Blues 'would not block departure'

Chelsea are willing to sell Marc Cucurella, and the full back is willing to leave the club. It could all come together very quickly. It’s news we’ve been

Chelsea FC News / Chelsea News / May 30
Ashley Cole names what Xabi Alonso needs to do 'first' to succeed in his time at Chelsea

Ashley Cole names what Xabi Alonso needs to do 'first' to succeed in his time at Chelsea

Ashley Cole has been speaking about Xabi Alonso’s arrival at Chelsea and what the new manager needs to do to succeed. Ashley Cole has recently stepped into management, taking over at Serie B club Cesena after years of coaching.

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