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Calvert-Lewin ESCAPES red for Cucurella hair-pull

Dominic Calvert-Lewin found himself at the centre of a refereeing storm during Leeds United's FA Cup semi-final clash against Chelsea at Wembley. The striker appeared to pull the hair of Blues defender Marc Cucurella, yet escaped any formal punishment despite a lengthy VAR review. The incident comes just two weeks after Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez was sent off for the same offence on Calvert-Lewin in a Premier League clash against Leeds.

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Lampard addresses Chelsea links following Rosenior sacking

Frank Lampard has reaffirmed his commitment to Coventry City following suggestions he could be targeted for a sensational third stint at Chelsea. After leading the Sky Blues to the Championship title and Premier League promotion, the Blues legend insisted he is focused on his current success rather than the vacancy left by Liam Rosenior’s sacking.

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'Free to go' - Fabregas given green light to become next Chelsea boss

Como president Mirwan Suwarso has confirmed that Cesc Fabregas is "free to go" to Chelsea if he wishes to take over at Stamford Bridge. Following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior, the Blues have identified their former midfield star as a top target. Despite his stake in the Italian club, the path is now clear for Fabregas to return to West London.

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Cesc or Iraola the only options for manager-less Chelsea

In the wake of Liam Rosenior's all-too-predictable sacking, Chelsea's search for a new head coach could and perhaps should come down to a choice between two Spanish tacticians. Andoni Iraola and Cesc Fabregas are the two leading candidates for the role - a result of the fine work they have done at overachieving Bournemouth and Como, respectively. However, as the Blues' owners face a defining appointment of their turbulent reign, who would be the right choice?

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Spent £1.5bn to go backwards! Carragher savages Boehly & BlueCo

Jamie Carragher has launched a scathing attack on Chelsea's ownership, claiming the club has been transformed from a trophy-winning machine into a failed and expensive experiment. Writing in the wake of Liam Rosenior becoming the fifth permanent managerial casualty in four years, the pundit argues that the Blues now require new owners more than a new head coach.

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Chelsea urged to snub Fabregas & hire 'harsh' La Liga coach

Former Chelsea defender William Gallas has called on the club's hierarchy to appoint Diego Simeone as their next permanent head coach to end the ongoing crisis at Stamford Bridge. Following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior after just 106 days, Gallas believes only a disciplined leader can transform the current squad into a group of "warriors".

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Man City hold 'positive talks' over Maresca succeeding Pep

Manchester City have reportedly held "positive talks" over a move for former Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca. With Pep Guardiola's future still the subject of intense speculation as he enters the final months of his current contract, the club management is beginning to formulate a succession plan that could see a familiar face return to the Etihad Stadium.

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Fabregas urged to steer clear of Chelsea 'nightmare'

Como boss Cesc Fabregas has emerged as a contender for the vacant managerial post at Chelsea, but he has been sternly warned to avoid the "nightmare" situation at his old club. Former Blues midfielder Emmanuel Petit believes the Spaniard should wait for a return to Barcelona rather than step into the chaos at Stamford Bridge.

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Lampard's links with Chelsea return addressed by Coventry owner

Coventry City owner Doug King believes Frank Lampard has finally found his "happy place" after leading the Sky Blues back to the Premier League. The Chelsea legend’s stock as a manager is at an all-time high after securing the Championship title, sparking inevitable talk of a third stint at Stamford Bridge following the dismissal of Liam Rosenior.

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Man City consider sensational move for Enzo Fernandez

Manchester City are reportedly weighing up a sensational summer move for Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez. City are searching for reinforcements in the heart of the engine room and while Fernandez remains a key figure at Stamford Bridge, the club's interest could test Chelsea's resolve during the upcoming transfer window.

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Rosenior, Tudor & the 10 worst EPL managerial tenures ever

To paraphrase the great Homer Simpson, it is not only easy to criticise, but fun, too. It is quite simple to sit and judge from this ivory tower, but hey, that's football after all, merely a game of opinions. Being a Premier League manager must be one of the loneliest gigs in the world, particularly when results are wayward and your job security is the subject of international speculation.

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Rosenior had to go - but Chelsea issues run much, much deeper

If we're being brutally honest, it always felt like a case of not if, but when the axe would fall on Liam Rosenior after he was named as the surprise successor to the sacked Enzo Maresca in January. A positive start in the Stamford Bridge dugout now feels like a distant memory, with a historically-bad run of form accelerating his downfall. Having overseen a fifth league defeat in a row, Rosenior has deservedly been relieved of his duties - but he was simply a symptom of the Blues wider, deeper problems.

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Chelsea SACK Rosenior amid dire run of form

Chelsea have sacked Liam Rosenior fewer than four months after the Englishman was appointed as their head coach. The 41-year-old has overseen a historically bad run of form, culminating in Tuesday night's limp 3-0 defeat at Brighton that stretched their Premier League losing streak to five games.

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Arsenal have won 48 trophies till date, including 13 league titles and a record 14 FA Cups.

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