Chelsea Overview

Roma push to sign Real Madrid forward Endrick

Roma have rapidly accelerated their summer transfer plans with a highly ambitious swoop for Real Madrid forward Endrick. The Italian club are actively looking to build a formidable new-look attack for Gian Piero Gasperini, hoping to partner the Brazilian youngster with Premier League wingers Crysencio Summerville and Alejandro Garnacho this season.

Explained: Why Santos pushed for Man Utd move from Chelsea

Andrey Santos has left Chelsea to join Manchester United after realising his pathway to regular first-team football at Stamford Bridge was blocked. Faced with fierce midfield competition and a lack of European fixtures to provide extra minutes, the Brazilian requested a transfer, resulting in a lucrative move to Old Trafford to further his development.

Palmer bleep test finish revealed as Alonso prioritises fitness after dismal running stats

New Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has wasted no time in stamping his authority at Cobham, implementing a grueling pre-season fitness regime to address the squad's physical shortcomings after a campaign where the Blues were statistically outrun by nearly every Premier League opponent. Star man Cole Palmer has already led by example, defying his previous injury setbacks to claim an impressive finish in a demanding bleep test.

Roma bid €40m for Garnacho and eye Summerville swoop

Roma have officially launched an ambitious move to sign Chelsea winger Alejandro Garnacho as Gian Piero Gasperini looks to bolster his attacking options for the new campaign. The Giallorossi have submitted a structured proposal to bring the Argentina international to Stadio Olimpico following a difficult debut season for the player at Stamford Bridge.

Tielemans to Man Utd one of the best-value deals of the summer

For some football fans, the summer is the part of the calendar that they look forward to the most - and that's not just because it's filled by a World Cup every four years! Rather, it's because the end of the season means only one thing: It's time for transfers! The 2026 window is once again proving to be busy, with some huge names making big-money moves before deadline day on September 1.

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'Special player' - Alonso vows to 'build Chelsea around' Palmer

Newly appointed Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has declared his intention to build his team around "special player" Cole Palmer. Despite missing out on Thomas Tuchel's England squad for the ongoing World Cup, where the Three Lions have reached the semi-finals, the attacker is determined to shine. Alonso believes the midfielder has the unique quality to lead the Blues back to the top.

Pos	Team		P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
4	Brentford		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
5	Brighton & Hove Albion		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
6	Chelsea		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
7	Coventry City		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
8	Crystal Palace		0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0

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Team

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PTS

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Brentford

Brighton & Hove Albion

Chelsea

Coventry City

Crystal Palace

Frequently asked questions

When were Chelsea founded?

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.

Who are the owners of Chelsea?

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.

What is Chelsea's stadium called?

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.

What is Stamford Bridge's capacity?

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

How many trophies have Chelsea won?

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

How many Premier League (top flight) titles have Chelsea won?

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

Who has made the most appearances for Chelsea?

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.

Who is Chelsea's all-time top goalscorer?

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.

Which famous players have played for Chelsea?

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.

Which famous managers have been in charge of 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.

What is Chelsea's nickname?

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