"He went there as one of the supposed showbiz signings and that sums up how crazy Chelsea's business is," he said. 'Chelsea have got themselves in a bit of a mess and Newcastle are in prime position', This is a very serious project - Fabregas on Como. Ex-Republic of Ireland right-back Stephen Kelly added: "The whole of the Chelsea side have been much lower standards than what we have been used to with them. They currently have two who are decent but who both regularly drop howlers. It lies on the north bank of the River Thames and for postal purposes is part of the south-western postal area.. Chelsea historically formed a manor and parish in the Ossulstone hundred of Middlesex, which became The latest Chelsea news, transfer rumours, team news, fixtures and more from Stamford Bridge. The Telegraph's Edwards told the Transfer Gossip Daily podcast: "Its a really interesting one. (Mail), external, Want more transfer stories? City Manager Tom Ambrosino is responsible for the day-to-day operations for the City and serves as a resource for residents, making sure they receive quality services and help them solve problems. James: Unusually for Chelsea lately a very good defensive performance. They look to have enough about them to avoid becoming entangled in a relegation battle but improvement is needed if they are to make any impression on the top half of the table, with this their fourth defeat in five Premier League games. When Sterling signed last summer from champions Manchester City, he appeared to be the poster boy of the new era at Stamford Bridge under Todd Boehly. With Mykhailo Mudryk looking set to join Chelsea instead of Arsenal, Steve Nicol thinks the Ukrainian is taking a big risk. Matthew: Benoit Badiashile had a good debut. Chelsea Football Club is an English professional football club based in Fulham, West London.Founded in 1905, they play their home games at Stamford Bridge. Predicting the Premier League title race, top four: Will Arsenal be champions again? (Football Insider), external, Want more transfer stories? After his spot-kick was chalked off against Newcastle United, is it right to take Aleksandar Mitrovic off penalties for Fulham? Mykhailo Mudryk has finalised his move from Shakhtar Donetsk to Chelsea after agreeing personal terms with the club. Andy: Chelsea are crying out for a defensive midfielder - Jorginho and NGolo Kante are out of contract in the summer and you've seen the transformation of Manchester United with Casimero. Journalist Luke Edwards says he can't see Chelsea's Conor Gallagher, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Hakim Ziyech all joining Newcastle United this month, but he does believes one or two of them could leave Stamford Bridge. Chelsea step in. City Manager Tom Ambrosino is responsible for the day-to-day operations for the City and serves as a resource for residents, making sure they receive quality services and help them solve problems. WebChelsea Football Club - find the latest news, transfers, fixtures, live scores, results, videos, photos, squad and player stats on Sky Sports Football. "I think we're at a stage now where he has to have serious conversations with the people around him and at Chelsea, including manager Graham Potter, to find where he fits in. WebChelsea Official App. ", Listen to Transfer Gossip Daily on BBC Sounds. Chelsea's co-controlling owners Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali are hard to get a handle on. Kai Havertz's second-half header saw Chelsea edge their way to a nervy 1-0 win against Crystal Palace that eased the pressure on the embattled Graham Potter. Mudryk, 22, penned a staggering eight-and-a-half year deal at Stamford Bridge as Chelsea completed their fifth signing of the January transfer window. Moving forward, it is absolutely huge for Graham Potter.". Despite being linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge in January, former Premier League defender Steve Brown believes there is a place for Gallagher in Graham Potter's side. Big effort and important win! This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. We know Olise can put in a killer ball, but where's the movement based on that? Former Premier League midfielder Jobi McAnuff says Chelsea's win over Crystal Palace was "absolutely huge" for Blues boss Graham Potter. CFC News @CFCnews. Note that none of these stories are official and should always be treated as speculation, Chelsea FC is not responsible for this content and will not comment on the stories shown here. Better tempo and speed to our play, opportunities seemed to be there. James: Unusually for Chelsea lately a very good defensive performance. What do Chelsea need to do before the window shuts? That was 77m worth of profit. Chelsea's latest recruit Joao Felix is delighted to be arriving at Stamford Bridge. After beating Arsenal to his signature, it has since been revealed that Mudryk's Chelsea contract has got a special clause attached to it. Since billionaire Roman Abramovich bou Chelsea given FA approval to stage Gianluca Vialli tributes at next two games after much-loved former striker and manager lost his battle with pancreatic cancer on Friday. "Football is about winning games and Potter is finding that. (1:12). Rhorschach: Badly needed three points, more important than the performance! Listen to the full episode now on BBC Sounds, RB Leipzigsporting director Max Eberl says the "signs are very clear" that France forward Christopher Nkunku, 25, will joinChelsea. Sources added that Mudryk's camp received multiple assurances from Arsenal that they would come to an agreement over a fee. How did Chelsea new boy Benoit Badiashile do on his debut? ", Listen to the latest episode of Transfer Gossip Daily on BBC Sounds, Brighton are unlikely to accept less than 25m for 28-year-old Belgium forward Leandro Trossard, who is a target for Chelsea. Arsenal were in talks with Mudryk for several weeks before Chelsea stepped up their interest. WebChelsea Football Club - get the latest news, fixtures, results, match reports, videos, photos, squad and player stats on Sky Sports Football And we will play a friendly against Chelsea at Donbass Arena in a Ukrainian Donetsk. "I'd be very surprised if he leaves this window but in the summer he could be surplus to requirements. What do Chelsea need to do before the window shuts? WebAbout our Chelsea News. Chelsea's Erin Cuthbert talks gaming, positional changes and her aim to become one of the best midfielders in the world. WebVisit ESPN to view the latest Chelsea news, scores, stats, standings, rumors, and more The home of Chelsea on BBC Sport online. Cesar Azpilicueta on tackling "out of place" comments aimed at gay friends, and how he wants to create a "safe environment" at Chelsea where LGBTQ+ players feel welcome. Handler will perform at the Kalamazoo State Theatre on Saturday, April 15 at 7:30 p.m. If we take a look at Mykhailo Mudryk, they bought him for 89m and he is on an eight-and-a-half-year contract. They are nicknamed the Blues and play their home games at Stamford Bridge in West London. He can play at right-back as well as central midfield, which are two positions Newcastle are trying to fill. Matthew: Benoit Badiashile had a good debut. Arsenal could have tried to match Chelsea's overall package at the 11th hour but decided against doing so, believing they had stretched themselves already in negotiations and would not sign Mudryk at any cost. However, after just six goals in 22 appearances, and the arrival of 89m Mykhailo Mudryk, his future is uncertain. If the players turn out to underperform, you have then got a player on a total salary cost of 7m or 8m a year and you are committed to that for seven to eight years. In the end, Mudryk signed an 8-year contract (reportedly 7 years with the option of a further year) at Stamford Bridge, which Arsenal were unwilling to offer anything near. - Stream on ESPN+: LaLiga, Bundesliga, more (U.S.). Chelsea gives English etiquette a whirl, goes boating with Eddie Izzard, scrums with a pro rugby team and hits the pub to gauge opinions about Brexit. The second offer was improved to around 70m, but Shakhtar rejected it once again. The Gunners felt there was a positive momentum in negotiations, and a third offer -- which comprised a fixed fee of around 70m with add-ons to be discussed -- was made on Jan. 13 and met by Shakhtar with a willingness to discuss the finer points, signalling a step forward in talks. The Blues pounced, agreeing to pay 11m in a loan fee plus the player's wages -- a package the two other English clubs felt was excessive but, from Chelsea's perspective, a cheaper deal than originally proposed. Everything was agreed in six hours, according to sources. That comes after a summer in which they spent a Premier League record 270m - the second-highest summer spend by any club in the world after Real Madrid (292m) in 2019. January Council Meeting Highlights. Mudryk completes transfer to Chelsea. "I think he's on the brink of having to accept that it's time to leave Chelsea. I know Potter likes him and he's been playing, but is that enough? We get the lowdown from his former coaches on a player described as 'the complete defender'. He is also responsible for creating an overall vision for the City. slide 1 of 1. Havertz was miles better in his more favourable position. He said: "A midfield can be loaded. Mudryk completes transfer to Chelsea. Stan: Chelsea need a top-quality goalkeeper. "With everything going on, and the emotion around the day, for everyone connected with the club it was really fitting that they managed to get the three points. Read Wednesday's full gossip column. Its not a two-man midfield anymore and if it is its deep sitters and he cant play that kind of role. When will our streak stop? Watch Match of the Day 2 on BBC iPlayer now. We know Olise can put in a killer ball, but where's the movement based on that? However, despite the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the stadium is slowly being repaired. ", When you look at Chelsea's attacking options are you excited at what you see?Here are the thoughts of @alanshearer and Danny Murphy #MOTD2 #BBCFootball #CFC #EPL pic.twitter.com/Nb8nxI37oZ, Watch Sunday's Match of the Day 2 on BBC iPlayer, Chelseaare willing to listen to offers for forward Raheem Sterling, despite the 28-year-old only moving to Stamford Bridge in the summer. Mykhailo Mudryk is the latest young player to commit his long-term future to Chelsea - but why are the Blues signing players to such long contracts? Football365 @F365. Big effort and important win! However, it is thought Patrick Vieiras side wouldn't be the only interested party in Gallagher, with Newcastle United reportedly also watching to see if the 22-year-old England international becomes available. Breaking CFC rumours & news now, 24/7. ", Listen to the rest of today's transfer gossip on BBC Sounds. Meanwhile, Brentford look to have the ability to win when the pressure is on them as favourites, but will they look for Ivan Toney back-up this month? Transfer news: Chelsea to listen to offers for Sterling, Chelsea 1-0 Crystal Palace: Your post-match reaction, Havertz earns narrow win for Chelsea against Palace, Newcastle United reportedly also watching. WebAbout the City Manager. They are nicknamed the Blues and play their home games at Stamford Bridge in West London. Chelsea Official App. Gallagher started the Blues' 1-0 win over the Eagles at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, playing the full 90 minutes. Just missing a GOALSCORER! They have largely ignored the obvious holes in the team and picked targets seemingly at random. WebAbout our Chelsea News. Chelsea's signing of Mykhailo Mudryk took their spending this season past the 400m mark with two weeks to go before the end of the latest transfer window. They are even taking up space on your 25-man roster as far as Uefa is concerned or they are tying up space on your payroll. Great atmosphere at the Bridge. And time was of the essence. Rhorschach: Badly needed three points, more important than the performance! "I expect there will be at least five or six teams in the Premier League who will be interested in signing Conor Gallagher - if he decides he wants to leave Chelsea. There are two issues: can they afford it in terms of cash? About our Chelsea News. "I know because I translated. Comedian Chelsea Handlers The Little Big Bitch Tour will be making a stop in Kalamazoo. A medical took place on Sunday morning and, somewhat unusually, Mudryk was unveiled at Stamford Bridge during half-time of Sunday's 1-0 win over Crystal Palace. Better tempo and speed to our play, opportunities seemed to be there. Mykhaylo Mudryk's Chelsea contract will see the Blues travel to play Shakhtar Donetsk in a friendly at Donbass Arena, as the Ukrainian club look to return to their home. The Sky Sports writers reflect on Sunday's Premier League talking points as Arsenal take an eight-point lead at the top of the Premier League. Gallaghers stock is high at the moment following his inclusion in Gareth Southgate's World Cup squad and his performances for Crystal Palace last season, when he scored eight goals and registered three assists in the league. Breaking CFC rumours & news now, 24/7. January 16, 2023. WebThe latest Chelsea news, match previews and reports, Blues transfer news plus both original Chelsea blog posts and posts from blogs and sites from around the world, updated 24 hours a day. WebChelsea are an English football team, playing in the Premier League. Kieran Maguire on BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club. It has now been confirmed that the priority for Chelsea in January is now a midfielder and they are speaking to a number of players at the moment. Kevin: With all the panic buying Chelsea have done, one position still remains untouched: right-back/right-wing. Crystal Palace had the better of the chances in the first half but offered little after the break, bar a flurry of crosses in stoppage-time. - from warnings, fines or even the loss of European titles. ", Listen to the rest of today's transfer gossip on BBC Sounds. Please try different keywords. NewsNow aims to be the world's most accurate and comprehensive Chelsea FC news aggregator, bringing you the latest Blues headlines from the best Chelsea sites and other key national and international news sources. "You ask whether a manager can get more from his team. "It just shows there are a lot of clubs who want to play him and give him a far more prominent position in the forward planning of their club than Chelsea are doing. Biggest worry is Mason Mount is missing, but overall a positive day! WebStarting February 1, the roads in the Meredith, Chelsea Creek and Hendrick's Farm neighbourhoods will become winter ecoroad, to proserve the environment. Defence is generally well organised but lacks urgency at key moments. June 2, 2017. Bob: Palace just about held out and missed chances to go ahead until Havertz out jumped Palaces defence. The owners' stated aim is to make Chelsea profitable and successful, and that will start with slashing wages and signing smart, not stupid. We asked for your opinions on what business Chelsea need to do between now and the end of the January transfer window. Just how much pressure is the Hammers boss under? In his BBC Sport column, George Groves says Chris Eubank Jr handpicked Liam Smith and must win, and win well, to justify his big star billing. "The reason being, you talk about someone who connects with the supporters, who gives it every effort that he possibly can. 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