Chelsea confirm scaled-back pre-season plans as tour is ruled out after Club World Cup exploits under Enzo Maresca
Chelsea have confirmed they will be 'staying close to home' for a scaled-back pre-season after their Club World Cup exploits.
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Joao Felix close to ending Chelsea nightmare as £46m flop nears return to former club despite Blues' attempts to snare bigger transfer fee
Joao Felix is reportedly nearing a move to former side Benfica but Chelsea's efforts to recoup the £46 million they paid for him looks remote.
Arsenal's feeder club?! Mikel Arteta opens up on Gunners' bizarre transfer relationship with Chelsea as £52m Noni Madueke becomes latest to cross divide
Mikel Arteta explained why he keeps raiding Stamford Bridge for new signings after Arsenal completed Noni Madueke and Kepa Arrizabalaga's transfer from Chelsea this summer. Madueke became the sixth Blues player to move to Emirates since Arteta took charge of the club and 10th player in the past 10 years. The Gunners faced criticism from fans following the confirmation of Madueke's arrival.
Why Chelsea are willing to bide their time in Alejandro Garnacho transfer pursuit despite competition from Napoli
Chelsea are ready to bide their time in their pursuit of Alejandro Garnacho despite strong interest from Napoli. Manchester United hope offload Garnacho, along with three other outcasts, after agreeing to send Marcus Rashford on a season-long loan to Barcelona. The Blues are keen on signing a new winger but will wait to see if United will reduce their demands for the Argentine.
Atletico Madrid target Chelsea defender as Diego Simeone eyes Cristian Romero alternative after Tottenham snub offer for centre-back
Atletico Madrid have turned their attention to Chelsea’s Renato Veiga after Tottenham blocked their bid to sign Cristian Romero.
England’s Potential Lineup and Tactical Adjustments for Euro 2025 Semi-Final Against Italy
England faces a tactical challenge against Italy in the Euro 2025 semi-final. While reaching a sixth consecutive major tournament semi-final is impressive, Sarina Wiegman needs to shake up the formation. A defensive tweak is crucial to shore up vulnerabilities, and a strategic rest for key player Lauren James could be vital. To successfully defend their European Championship crown, England must adapt and overcome a resilient Italian side - a change in shape could be the key to victory
Cole Palmer in ‘same bracket’ as Chelsea legend Eden Hazard when it comes to making ‘something happen’
Jody Morris believes that Chelsea have a true superstar in Cole Palmer, and he has claimed that the young playmaker is in the same bracket as Eden Hazard when it comes to game-changing brilliance. The former Blues assistant manager is confident the England international can reach another level in the Champions League after starring in recent finals and delivering on the big stage.
Revealed: Jose Mourinho unhappy with Fenerbahce board over slow transfer activity with Champions League qualifiers looming
BALLGM can confirm that Jose Mourinho is unhappy with the Fenerbahce board over their slow transfer activity so far this summer.
Chelsea, Man Utd & Liverpool annoy Newcastle with transfer business as Eddie Howe reacts to ‘frustrating’ failed pursuits of Liam Delap, Joao Pedro, Bryan Mbeumo & Hugo Ekitike
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe has admitted to growing frustration in the transfer market after the Magpies missed out on multiple key targets to Premier League rivals, including Bryan Mbeumo, Liam Delap, Joao Pedro and Hugo Ekitike. While Chelsea, Manchester United and Liverpool have all been very active, Newcastle's transfer activity remains stifled due to financial restrictions.