Michael Owen has hit out at Manchester United’s recruitment strategy, suggesting the Red Devils made a massive mistake by not signing Joao Pedro before his big-money move to Chelsea. The former United striker believes the Brazilian forward possesses qualities that the Old Trafford side have lacked for several seasons.
Reece James has admitted that he still has "rust" to shake off despite making a successful return to action in Chelsea's final pre-season friendly. The Blues captain featured in the 3-1 victory over Real Sociedad at Stamford Bridge, but he warned that the squad is still finding its rhythm under new management.
Manchester City are refusing to cool their interest in Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez despite missing the deadline to make a bid, with the Blues having set a £120m asking price for the Argentina international. Chelsea had given City until 5pm last Friday to make an offer, but no bid was submitted as Enzo Maresca’s side continue to explore midfield reinforcements before the transfer window closes.
One should always be wary of reading too much into friendlies but it's clear that some clubs - and players - are in better shape than others ahead of the big kick-off...
Paul Scholes and Jamie Carragher have heavily questioned Chelsea's transfer strategy after the club surprisingly signed veterans Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck. Manager Xabi Alonso has shifted the club's transfer focus, but the pundits are extremely sceptical about the real impact of the ageing duo.
Como head coach Cesc Fabregas is looking to further exploit his connections at Stamford Bridge by launching a move for another Chelsea star. Having already secured the signing of Trevoh Chalobah from his former club, the Spanish icon has now set his sights on out-of-favour forward Liam Delap.
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.
Coventry boss Frank Lampard is reportedly plotting an ambitious raid on his former club Chelsea as the Sky Blues prepare for life back in the Premier League. After previously identifying Mykhailo Mudryk as a transfer target, the Stamford Bridge legend has now set his sights on highly-rated defender Josh Acheampong for the final weeks of the summer transfer window.
Fenerbahce have released a blistering official statement to deny any interest in Chelsea winger Jamie Gittens, accusing media outlets of attempting to manipulate the club. The Turkish giants took the unprecedented step of labelling recent transfer reports as "artificially created agendas" as the Super Lig window approaches its conclusion.
Chelsea winger Pedro Neto is reportedly closing in on a sensational exit from Stamford Bridge after agreeing personal terms with Saudi Pro League giants Al-Hilal. The Portuguese international has been the subject of intense speculation involving the likes of Arsenal and Manchester City, but a move to the Middle East now appears to be the most likely outcome.
Enzo Fernandez was greeted by a chorus of boos from a significant portion of the Stamford Bridge faithful during Chelsea's final pre-season clash on Saturday. Despite the frosty reception for the Argentine, Xabi Alonso's side managed to secure a 3-1 victory over Real Sociedad to wrap up their summer schedule.
Xabi Alonso has admitted to feeling 'emotional' after experiencing his first match in the Stamford Bridge dugout as Chelsea manager. The Spaniard watched his side secure a morale-boosting 3-1 victory over Real Sociedad to conclude their pre-season preparations in style.
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