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Renato Veiga seeks move away from Chelsea

In an unexpected turn of events, Renato Veiga has asked to leave Chelsea. Reports from Germany and Fabrizio Romano have revealed that he has agreed to move to Borussia Dortmund. Veiga wants to move because he does not want to play left back and instead wants to play centre back. Chelsea are seeking £25m to […]

Should Chelsea sanction £50m or more to sign Marc Guehi in January?

Injuries to Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile have exacerbated Chelsea’s desire to pursue another centre back in the transfer market, though not in the way anyone really thought they would. It was expected that Chelsea would pursue a centre back of the profile they actually needed, as opposed to buying another central centre back (CCB) […]

Chelsea one of the leading clubs interested in Kvicha Kvaratskhelia

Chelsea have been having a busy January window with links so far. Whilst no outgoings or incomings have been confirmed in the first ten days, it has not stopped Chelsea being linked with lots of players. The latest player to be linked is Napoli’s winger Kvicha Kvaratskhelia, who could leave this month for a fee […]

Kiernan Dewsbury Hall could leave Chelsea permanently

Chelsea are willing to consider permanent bids for Kiernan Dewsbury Hall, according to Matt Law from The Telegraph. Dewsbury Hall only joined Chelsea in the Summer but has played less than 200 minutes of Premier League Football. The transfer, for £30m, remains confusing as he was one of Maresca’s best players at Leicester, scoring a […]

Chelsea “admire” Kobbie Mainoo ahead of potential blockbuster transfer

Reports have come out in recent days from credible sources that Chelsea admire Kobbie Mainoo. Mainoo is said to be in a stand off with Manchester United over his contract, which expires in 2027. Sources have said that United would be open to the sale of Mainoo and Garnacho to help comply with PSR. Whilst […]

Chelsea interested in re signing Marc Guehi from Crystal Palace

Chelsea are looking to sign a centre back or re call Trevoh Chalobah this summer amid defensive injuries, according to reports. One of the options Chelsea have discussed internally is Marc Guehi, according to Fabrizio Romano. Daily Mail correspondent Sami Mokbel also reports that Chelsea are interested in signing Guehi. Crystal Palace’s captain Guehi has […]

Three things we learnt : Crystal Palace 1-1 Chelsea – more misery for Maresca

Chelsea entered today’s match inside the top four with a chance to maintain being three points ahead of Newcastle after their 2-1 victory against Tottenham. Instead, the Blues drew 1-1 for the second time this season against Crystal Palace after a late goal from Jean-Philippe Mateta following a Cole Palmer mistake on the ball. In […]

Josh Acheampong may have just won himself a starting centre back spot at 18 years old

A frustrating evening for many Chelsea faithfuls as Palace made sure the Blues dropped points once again, leaving them winless in four. Palace have now taken secured back to back 1-1 draws against Chelsea this season. Despite the disappointment at not recording a win, many Chelsea fans were gladdened at the inclusion of 18-year old […]

Match Preview: Chelsea’s bad form must end at Selhurst Park against Crystal Palace

Venue: Selhurst Park   Date: January 4, 2025   Competition: Premier League   Crystal Palace begin the new year with a daunting task as they host Chelsea, a team that has tormented them in recent years. Despite some positive recent form, Palace will need to defy history and find a way to overcome their London rivals, who have […]