An old Lionel Messi shirt sold for more than a Cristiano Ronaldo jersey as Chelsea legend John Terry parted with over 50 items in a recent auction. The pair are renowned as the two greatest players of their generation and have won a combined 13 Ballons d'Or, with Messi leading Ronaldo with eight of those awards. Terry reportedly sold items from across his career for just over $695,000, with a percentage of that figure going to the John Terry Foundation.
Chelsea have reportedly decided against sending Aaron Anselmino back to Borussia Dortmund on loan as they did not appreciate comments made by the Bundesliga club during his initial spell in Germany. The Blues opted to recall Anselmino midway through his season-long stint at Dortmund earlier this month, much to the surprise of BVB and the player himself.
Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez was filmed berating fans who booed the team off with the Blues losing 2-0 to West Ham at half-time in the Premier League. Fans vented their frustrations after a diabolical first 45 minutes from Liam Rosenior's side against the Hammers, but Sanchez was vindicated as the hosts won a thrilling contest 3-2 at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior has admitted that even he would have jeered his side after the Blues crowd booed off the players when 2-0 down at half-time against West Ham. The hosts responded to the criticism by firing back against the Hammers with three unanswered goals, including a late Enzo Fernandez winner, to take all three points and send West Ham back across the capital empty handed.
Chelsea recovered to win a Premier League match from two goals down for the first time in their history as Enzo Fernandez's strike in stoppage time broke West Ham hearts in a dramatic 3-2 victory for the hosts at Stamford Bridge. The Blues recovered from a woeful opening 45 minutes to cancel out Jarrod Bowen and Crysencio Summerville's first-half strikes and hand manager Liam Rosenior a sixth win from his opening seven games in charge.
Saturday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and West Ham at Stamford Bridge ended in chaotic scenes after the Blues scored a late winner to make it 3-2 and complete a dramatic comeback. A mass brawl then erupted in stoppage time with both sets of players involved which led to West Ham defender Todibo being shown a straight red card for violent conduct.
Chelsea have suffered a blow in the build up to their Premier League clash against West Ham United with Estevao Willian having been left out of Saturday’s fixture at Stamford Bridge. The Brazil star, who has been in excellent form for the Blues, is absent from the matchday squad as the club go in search of a sixth win from their first seven games under manager Liam Rosenior.
Chelsea's star player Cole Palmer has been caught up in a row with his neighbours over potential plans to build a gym in his home. The England international has been hoping to add an outside gym to his garden in the mansion he lives in near the Blues' training ground in Surrey, but will face opposition from a neighbour who is reportedly unhappy with the supposed new build plans.
Chelsea winger Tyrique George could be on the move before the January window closes as Everton have reportedly made an offer to sign the youngster on an initial loan with an option to buy. The Toffees are looking to strengthen their options out wide after Jack Grealish was ruled out for the season with a foot stress fracture which requires surgery.
Enzo Fernandez is reportedly among a group of Chelsea players who feel their recent performances should prompt fresh talks about a new contract. The Argentine has been linked with interest from Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain but he still has more than six years on his current deal. Blues boss Liam Rosenior is keen to retain the midfielder but whether he stays at the club next season remains to be seen.
Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has revealed that even his own children have laughed at memes comparing him to The Office’s David Brent and Will from The Inbetweeners. The Blues manager has made an impressive start to life at Stamford Bridge following his appointment earlier this month, but that hasn’t stopped him from becoming the butt of online jokes.
Chelsea are reportedly keen on recalling another loanee as Liam Rosenior seeks to bolster his centre-back options. The Blues have been keen on signing Rennes defender Jeremy Jacquet but that deal is proving difficult. Rather than splashing the cash yet again, it seems the Stamford Bridge outfit are keen on making better use of players on their own books for the second half of the season.
Lucas Paqueta has claimed that two Premier League giants wanted him before he completed a switch from West Ham to Flamengo. The playmaker has been linked with a move back to his native Brazil for months now but it took until Friday for the £36.5 million ($50m) transfer to actually happen. But if two English sides had got their way, the 28-year-old may still be a Premier League player.
Mykhailo Mudryk is being prevented from doing his day job at the moment, with a suspension being served at Chelsea due to alleged doping violations, but he is keeping himself amused away from the football field. The Ukrainian winger has indulged in some playful flirting with American actor and social media star Jordyn Jones, with a possible romance on the cards there.
Jamie Carragher has sought to defend Raheem Sterling from any criticism, following his release by Chelsea, with the England international considered to be seriously “underrated”. The Premier League title-winning ex-Manchester City star is now looking for a new challenge at 31 years of age, with a former team-mate from his days at Anfield hoping that a “fitting finale” to a distinguished career can be found.
Danny Murphy has hailed Declan Rice as the "most complete midfielder in Europe" but warned the Arsenal star he still has one final hurdle to clear before he can be compared to Premier League icons Steven Gerrard and Frank Lampard. The former Liverpool man believes the £105 million ace needs to start producing "magic moments" in major finals to cement his legacy.
Another transfer window and another highly-rated prospect is on their way to Chelsea. The club's youth policy has struck again, with the west Londoners landing 17-year-old full-back Yisa Alao from financially troubled Sheffield Wednesday. Despite his very limited experience at senior level, the teenager provoked a transfer tug-of-war between three Premier League giants, but it is the Blues who have emerged victorious.
Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly withdrawn their interest in signing Raheem Sterling, dealing a blow to the England international’s hopes of a swift return to Premier League action in London. Despite being available as a free agent following his dramatic release by Chelsea, Spurs hierarchy have decided against pursuing the 31-year-old, citing concerns over his substantial wage demands which do not align with the club's current financial structure.
Chelsea have teamed up with Nike to launch a new leisurewear collection inspired by their infamous 1994–96 away kit. The jersey divided opinion and broke convention when it was released by the Blues more than 30 years ago. But now, the bold tangerine and graphite design is coming back with Thursday's launch of its 'Return of the Rebel' range.
Chelsea’s dramatic Champions League resurgence could have a sting in the tail as the club faces the bizarre prospect of surrendering their home advantage due to a logistical clash with their London rivals. Liam Rosenior’s side fought hard to secure a top-eight finish, but a little-known UEFA regulation regarding city-based fixture congestion now threatens to force the Blues into a neutral venue or a fixture reversal to accommodate Arsenal and Tottenham.
Manchester United have decisively ended speculation linking them with a record-breaking swoop for Chelsea talisman Cole Palmer, with Old Trafford chiefs deeming the move financially unviable. Despite reports suggesting the England international is unsettled in the capital, the Red Devils have ruled out a summer approach, opting instead to prioritise a replacement for Casemiro over another marquee addition to their forward line.
Joe Cole has hailed Liam Rosenior’s immediate impact at Stamford Bridge as "superb" after the new Chelsea boss guided his side to a dramatic Champions League victory over Napoli. The former Blues midfielder believes the 41-year-old has rapidly transformed the squad's mentality, pointing to a run of five wins in six games as proof that the decision to replace Enzo Maresca is already paying huge dividends.
The Premier League is firmly on course to gain a fifth Champions League place for next season after a dominant display in Europe. With five English clubs storming into the last 16 and all nine representatives still active across the three competitions, the coefficient rankings show England miles clear of rivals Italy and Spain, sparking a frantic domestic battle for the lucrative extra berth.
Joao Pedro shared a wholesome moment with Liam Rosenior after helping to fire Chelsea into the last 16 of Champions League competition. The Blues secured a top-eight finish in elite European competition after seeing off Serie A champions Napoli in Italy. Rosenior secured another notable scalp there, with the affable Englishman endearing himself quickly to players and fans in west London.
Antonio Conte launched a scathing attack on football’s "genius" fixture schedulers after his injury-ravaged Napoli side were dumped out of the Champions League by his former club, Chelsea. The Italian giants surrendered a half-time lead to lose 3-2 in Naples, a result that sees the reigning Serie A champions finish 30th in the table and exit Europe completely.
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