Alejandro Garnacho’s loan spell at Aston Villa has suffered a fresh setback after Unai Emery admitted the winger is currently trailing his team-mates in the fitness stakes. The Argentine international was left as an unused substitute during Villa’s 3-1 Carabao Cup victory over Coventry City, raising further questions about his role in the squad.
Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has been forced to withdraw from the Brazil national team squad ahead of the upcoming international break due to an injury. The 24-year-old, who has been in sensational form in the Premier League, will miss the Selecao's matches against Australia and India.
Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has called for a fresh approach to the nicknames currently circulating for the club’s new-look attacking trident with Cole Palmer and Morgan Rogers. Despite the immediate impact of the trio, the Brazilian admitted that neither he nor his teammates are particularly fond of the monikers created by the Stamford Bridge faithful.
The Todd Boehly era at Chelsea has reached a sudden and definitive conclusion after the American businessman agreed to sell his stake in the club. Private equity firm Clearlake Capital has moved to acquire the shares of both Boehly and Mark Walter, effectively ending the multi-headed ownership structure that has defined the Blues since 2022.
Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes has officially been cleared of any wrongdoing following a controversial incident that left Chelsea goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez requiring medical treatment. The Brazilian defender appeared to catch the former Gunners shot-stopper in the face with his boot during the heated London derby at the Emirates Stadium.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso faces a significant injury crisis after three key first-team players were absent from training on Tuesday morning, including talisman Joao Pedro. The Blues are currently preparing for a vital west London derby against Brentford as they look to bounce back from a disappointing draw last time out.
Chelsea playmaker Cole Palmer has found himself in hot water with streaming giants Twitch after broadcasting gameplay of the unreleased EA Sports FC 27. The England international was hit with a swift ban after providing fans with an unsanctioned look at the new title before its official early access period began.
Victor Osimhen has been linked with several Premier League teams down the years, but no transfer has ever been completed. Former Manchester United striker Andy Cole - with the Red Devils being credited with interest on a regular basis - has explained to GOAL why a deal that appears to make plenty of sense for teams in England has never been wrapped up.
John Obi Mikel has strongly criticised Chelsea for their failure to sign a midfield replacement after selling Enzo Fernandez to Manchester City. The former midfielder believes this £125 million transfer mistake is directly responsible for Xabi Alonso's defensive issues this season, pointing out that the team desperately misses the injured Moises Caicedo to protect the defence.
Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer are threatening to stunt Estevao’s development at Chelsea, with there no obvious starting berth for him to fill at present, but former Blues star Robert Huth has told GOAL why the Brazilian wonderkid can still thrive at Stamford Bridge. The exciting teenager was acquired to fill a role on the flanks, but Xabi Alonso is now playing without wingers.
Hull City head coach Sergej Jakirovic has expressed his pride after his side maintained their unbeaten start to the Premier League season with a resilient display at Stamford Bridge. The Tigers came from behind to lead against the Blues before eventually settling for a hard-fought point in west London.
Chelsea’s defensive struggles reached a historic low on Saturday afternoon as the Blues slumped to a 2-2 draw against Hull City at Stamford Bridge. Despite a bright start in west London, their inability to keep the opposition at bay has now seen the club reach an unwanted statistical landmark they have not touched in over six decades.
Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has delivered a blunt assessment of his team's performance following a frustrating 2-2 draw against Hull City. Despite taking an early lead, the Blues were forced to settle for a point after a series of defensive lapses allowed the visitors to remain unbeaten.
Hull City manager Sergej Jakirovic has hailed his side's resilient performance following an enthralling 2-2 draw against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday. The Tigers recovered from an early deficit to lead at the break, eventually securing a point that maintains their impressive unbeaten start to the Premier League season.
Hull City winger Sorba Thomas completed a remarkable turnaround this weekend, appearing in a Premier League fixture just a day after surviving a frightening vehicle accident. The Wales international was involved in a rollover crash on Friday morning but recovered in time to feature as a second-half substitute against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
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