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🎥 | Cole on Jose, Ronaldinho & more in Beast Mode On Podcast

Former Chelsea and England star Joe Cole is the latest guest on the Beast Mode On Podcast, where he discusses his journey from coming through the ranks as a talented teenager at West Ham to representing his country at the World Cup. The former Liverpool midfielder opens up on his struggles at Anfield, reveals the truth behind his Stamford Bridge exit and has his say on big names including Eden Hazard, Jose Mourinho and Ronaldinho.

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Chelsea players turn on Fernandez amid Real Madrid transfer hints

Enzo Fernandez has seen his popularity at Stamford Bridge plummet as the Argentine midfielder flirts with a move away from west London and is vocal in his frustrations with team-mates during a difficult run of results.. The World Cup winner's public comments regarding a move to Madrid have reportedly sparked friction in the Chelsea dressing room during a difficult period for the club.

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Chelsea: The EPL's biggest losers of the international break

The ownership of Chelsea has been a hot topic of debate ever since they were formed in 1905, with the main purpose of the club being to simply fill the redeveloped Stamford Bridge stadium. When Roman Abramovich took over from Ken Bates in 2003, he pumped in billions to buy the world's best players and improve the infrastructure. It led to the Blues becoming a force in the Premier League and across Europe, but those days are over.

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Palmeiras reject €35m bids for teen striker amid PL interest

Palmeiras have solidified their reputation as South America's premier talent factory by rejecting multiple multi-million euro bids for Eduardo Conceicao. The Brazilian giants are holding out for a record-breaking fee for their latest teenage sensation, as the Premier League's elite begin to circle the talented 16-year-old forward.

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Chelsea lead as PL clubs spend record £460m on agents

The staggering financial scale of the Premier League has been laid bare once again as official figures reveal top-flight clubs spent a record-breaking £460 million on agent fees over the last year, with Chelsea emerging as the league’s biggest spender. The total fees spent by Premier League clubs represents a 13 per cent increase on the previous 12 months.

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Chelsea announce record-breaking £262m loss

Chelsea have officially recorded the largest pre-tax loss in the history of the Premier League after posting a deficit of £262.4 million for the 2024-25 financial year. The figures represent a massive swing from the previous year’s profit, which was largely fuelled by the internal sale of the club’s women's team.

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Rogers warned against transfer to Man Utd ‘graveyard’

Morgan Rogers has been warned against a transfer to the “graveyard” that Manchester United have become, with the Aston Villa playmaker also being advised to ignore any interest shown by Chelsea. The 23-year-old England international has become one of the Premier League’s most sought-after talents. Dean Saunders believes Rogers’ ongoing development would be best served in his current surroundings.

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'Did what I had to do!' - Felix insists he has no regrets over Chelsea exit

Joao Felix has defended his decision to leave Chelsea for Al-Nassr, insisting the move was essential for his happiness and professional growth. The Portugal international made a permanent transfer to Stamford Bridge in 2024, but struggled for consistency in London and was sold to the Saudi Pro League giants last summer. Now playing in his preferred role, the forward believes he has finally rediscovered the form that first made him a global star.

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'You'd die for him' - Cucurella claims Chelsea were wrong to sack Maresca

Chelsea defender Marc Cucurella has delivered a blistering assessment of the club’s decision to dismiss Enzo Maresca earlier this year. The Spaniard suggested that the squad had developed an unbreakable bond with the Italian coach, who led the Blues to Conference League and Club World Cup glory. Cucurella believes the current "instability" at Stamford Bridge is a direct result of moving on from a stable project too soon.

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Cucurella: Barca return 'difficult to refuse'

Chelsea left-back Marc Cucurella has openly flirted with a potential return to his boyhood club, Barcelona. Speaking during the international break in Catalonia, the Spanish defender admitted that an offer from the Spanish giants would be incredibly tempting. While he remains happy in London for now, his comments raise fresh questions about his long-term future at Stamford Bridge.

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Man Utd told Palmer would cost £200m as Chelsea exit door opens

Manchester United have been told that any move for Cole Palmer would require a staggering £200 million ($265m) transfer fee. Former Chelsea and Manchester City winger Scott Sinclair believes the England international remains one of the Premier League's elite talents despite a season hampered by fitness issues. However, Sinclair suggested that failing to secure Champions League football could force the playmaker to consider his future at Stamford Bridge.

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PL responds to fierce fan backlash against VAR

The Premier League has issued a firm defence of VAR following a damning survey by the Football Supporters Association (FSA), which revealed widespread fan dissatisfaction. Despite 75 per cent of surveyed match-goers calling for the technology to be scrapped, league officials insist the system remains vital for sporting integrity. The clash of opinions comes amid a season plagued by a documented rise in officiating errors.

Frequently asked questions

Chelsea were founded on March 10, 1905, following Gus Mears' acquisition of the Stamford Bridge in 1904. Several names were put up for consideration: Kensington FC, Stamford Bridge FC, and London FC. However, all these names were rejected and the name Chelsea F.C. was finally selected.

Chelsea are co-owned by an American consortium consisting of Todd Boehly, Mark Walter. Hansjorg Wyss, and Behdad Eghbali-led Clearlake Capital. Boehly, Walter, and Wyss each own a 12.8% stake in the club, while Clearlake Capital are the majority shareholder with a 61.5% stake.

Chelsea's stadium is known as the Stamford Bridge and has been the club's home venue ever since their inception in 1905. Interestingly, the Stamford Bridge was owned by a separate company after businessman Ken Bates bought the club in the 1980s, when they were on the verge of bankruptcy and stuck in the second division. In 1992, however, after a long-fought legal battle and a 'Save The Bridge' campaign from the fans, Chelsea regained ownership of the stadium.

The Stamford Bridge has a capacity of around 40,000.

Chelsea have won an impressive 32 trophies throughout their history, including two Champions League titles and six English top-flight titles.

Chelsea have won the English top flight on six occasions, with their most recent title coming at the end of the 2016-17 season.

Legendary defender Ron Harris holds the record for making the most appearances for Chelsea, featuring for the club in 795 games, ahead of Peter Bonetti and John Terry. The latter two are the only other players along with Harris to make over 700 appearances for the club.

Frank Lampard, arguably the greatest Chelsea player ever, is the club's leading goalscorer of all-time, netting the ball into the net 211 times in 648 games. The fact that he was a midfielder makes the feat all the more impressive.

Didier Drogba, John Terry, Eden Hazard, Claude Makelele, Arjen Robben, Petr Cech, Michael Ballack, and David Luiz are some of the most famous players to have represented Chelsea.

Jose Mourinho, Antonio Conte, Mauricio Pochettino, Thomas Tuchel, Carlo Ancelotti, and Maurizio Sarri are among the biggest managerial names to have been a part of Chelsea's eminent history.

Chelsea are called The Blues, which is a reference to the colour of their kit since the early 20th century.