Chelsea

The Blues ran out comfortable 3-1 winners over Udinese thanks to goals from N'Golo Kante, Mason Mount, and an account-opening strike from new signing Raheem ...

However, we can only go with what we have seen so far and, so far, it all points towards Koulibaly being one of the best in the league. Of course, we have to reiterate that it was a pre-season friendly and the new man can only truly be judged by a jury of his Premier League peers. Brilliant. Chelsea may have landed one of the signings of the summer in Koulibaly.

Mateo Kovacic captains the team and Ben Chilwell, Trevoh Chalobah, Hakim Ziyech and Christian Pulisic also start. Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Armando Broja play ...

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Udinese and Chelsea face off again at the Dacia Arena as Blues head Thomas Tuchel attempts to give every member of his first-team squad minutes ahead of the ...

The reality has proved somewhat different.During the final years of the Roman Abramovich era, the club developed a holding pattern that saw unwanted players extend their contracts prior to loan moves being sanctioned. The reality has proved somewhat different. Chelsea almost take the lead as a corner is delivered deep and Broja gets his head on the ball. We prepare nothing else but Everton from Tuesday because they are right in front of the door and we need to improve, we are not ready yet. Ball over the Udinese defence and Broja is onto it. Then it’s the time to be on the best level – there’s still some way to go. Broja times his run perfectly and is left with a tap in, but he doesn't connect cleanly and his effort rolls wide. Adam Newson will be keeping you updated with all the happenings from the game. The idea was to protect a player's value and to ensure the Blues didn't lose out on a future transfer fee. Ball breaks to Palumbo on the edge of the Chelsea box and he rifles the ball well over the crossbar. The idea was to protect a player's value and to ensure the Blues didn't lose out on a future transfer fee. Here are the highlights from the first game between Udinese and Chelsea last night.

Chelsea forward Timo Werner has agreed to take a 50 per cent pay cut in order to return to RB Leipzig, according to reports in Germany.

It doesn’t change anything in my mind.’ We formed a good partnership in the past.’ ‘It doesn’t change anything whether it is a winter World Cup or in the summer.

Chelsea are prepared to let the 26-year-old leave on loan this summer with two clubs eyeing a deal, according to Fabrizio Romano.

Amid his absence, Romano claims that Chelsea have now decided to allow the Germany international to leave on a loan deal. Chelsea are prepared to let Timo Werner leave on loan this summer with two clubs eyeing a deal for the striker, according to Fabrizio Romano. “Timo Werner has remained at Cobham with the medical department,” the club announced on its official website on Friday.

Kepa speaking to Tuchel after a game. Kepa could follow Timo Werner in a move away from Stamford Bridge this summer. (Image: Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC ...

Napoli, like others, would not be able to afford his wages for the season and so Kepa would have to take a pay cut, something that he is willing to do in order to revive his first choice career. Italian club Napoli are looking for a new keeper and have put Chelsea's stopper on their four man shortlist, says CalcioMercato. Alongside Keylor Navas, Neto and Kevin Trapp, Kepa is an experienced option for the Serie A side, though a move is not likely to happen urgently as they explore their options. Although the £72million signing has had a resurgence in form under Tuchel it is not enough to fetch back even half of his massive transfer fee in 2018, therefore making a permanent deal tough to find.

CHELSEA flop Timo Werner is reportedly willing to accept a 50 per cent pay cut for a loan move back to RB Leipzig - but the clubs still need to thrash.

His two seasons in London has seen the 26-year-old striker struggle for form and recently found it difficult to even get regular starts. CHELSEA flop Timo Werner is reportedly willing to accept a 50 per cent pay cut for a loan move back to RB Leipzig - but the clubs still need to thrash out a fee. Werner reportedly earns £272,000 a week wages at the Blues but would be willing to see his wages slashed in half to get out of the club.

Everton have been linked with a move for Armando Broja in the summer transfer window.

It suggests that Broja may be kept around Stamford Bridge - for the next few weeks at least - and offer competition. Broja did not play for the Stamford Bridge side last night in their first game against Udinese. Kai Havertz led the line in a strong team. Yet Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel’s latest decision means that the 20-year-old may be in his plans for the upcoming season.

Chelsea's pre-season campaign concluded with a comfortable victory against an Udinese XI, Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Hakim Ziyech finding the net either side of ...

Loftus-Cheek continued to impress from right wing-back, setting up further chances for Ziyech and Chilwell around the hour mark. A flowing Chelsea move ended with Chilwell picking out Gallagher, who spun on the edge of the box and curled towards the top left-hand corner. Broja fired at Padelli’s legs after yet another enterprising foray forward from Kovacic, who eventually got the assist his performance deserved in time added on at the end of the first half. Chilwell had a good sight of goal in the second minute, only for his shot to be blocked, and Gallagher fired over from a Ziyech pass. The hosts broke, and Sandi Lovric shot straight at Kepa with his second good opportunity of the morning. From a Gallagher corner, Broja headed goalwards and Bram Nuytinck just about diverted it onto the post and out.

Chelsea ended their pre-season campaign with a 2-0 win over Udinese at the Dacia Arena thanks to goals from Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Hakim Ziyech.

There were a couple of flashes of his quality in the opening period – one excellent cross should've been converted by Broja – and after the break, but not enough for a player of Ziyech's undoubted quality. The American was on the periphery of the game throughout and was reluctant to drive at his opposition defender. The academy graduate was quieter after the interval and is unlikely to usurp Kante, Jorginho and Kovacic in the midfield pecking order. The Croatian wasn't as influential after the break but offered a reassuring presence and constant outlet when the Blues had possession. The academy graduate was used at right wing-back and had been quiet in the opening period until he opened the scoring with a deft lob over Daniele Padelli. Back in northern Italy after his season-long loan at Venezia last term, Ampadu played in the centre of the Chelsea backline and was always willing to try to move the Blues up the pitch quickly.

Young Armando Broja was guilty of missing three wonderful opportunities all by himself, but eventually we made our pressure, quality, and superiority count in ...

He would win a penalty to make things comfortable (Ziyech converting), and was unlucky to not collect another assist or three before making way. Chelsea took a bit longer to get going today than yesterday, but it was an ultra-attacking lineup from Tuchel and we didn’t have to wait too long for the chances to start flowing. Unfortunately, the classic Chelsea problem of not being able to finish our chances was in full flow as well, and even when we did find the target, the goalkeeper either made a great save (different than yesterday but just as spectacular) or Udinese cleared off the line like on Ethan Ampadu’s header from a corner.

Chelsea are willing to allow reported Juventus target Timo Werner leave on loan, it has been claimed.

Werner has scored 23 times in 89 matches for Chelsea. But he struggled to find goals consistently and Chelsea brought in Romelu Lukaku from Inter for €115 million just 12 months later. Juve have reportedly been keen for Álvaro Morata to return to the club on loan from Atlético Madrid but are struggling to strike a deal.

During the first cooling break, the cameras cut to Thomas Tuchel having an intense conversation with RLC, who had a monster of a game after that point.

A Chelsea XI made light work of a second-string Udinese side in a behind-closed- ...

Broja would see a handful of other great chances to go waste in the first 45. Vale moved into an attacking role, with Hudson-Odoi switching over to wing-back. A Chelsea XI made light work of a second-string Udinese side in a behind-closed-doors friendly on Saturday, securing a routine 2-0 victory.

Chelsea are reportedly interested in Leicester City's Wesley Fofana following their unsuccessful attempt at signing Sevilla's Jules Kounde.

The addition of Fofana and Koulibaly saw the Blues improve defensively in the league, with Tuchel's side conceding 29 goals - four fewer than last season. Chelsea improved defensively after his arrival, though a lack of goals proved costly, maybe hinting that investment at the other end may also be needed. Sadio Mane then scored one minute into added time, enough for Bayern to lift the trophy. Here's Chelsea's Best XI for the 2022/23 season, according to our simulation. Kai Havertz led the line after scoring 24 goals in all competitions, whilst Raheem Sterling and Mason Mount sat in-behind. With Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen having departed this summer, the Blues signed Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly as a replacement, though with Cesar Azpilicueta also tipped to leave, more depth is needed in defence.

Barcelona president Joan Laporta has commented on his meeting and relationship with Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly.

And it just so happens that some of the players they wanted, we did also. “He is a very successful businessman. Interestingly, prior to the conclusions of these transfer sagas, Chelsea controlling owner Boehly had a meeting with Laporta in a restaurant in Spain in early July.

Chelsea won their final known pre-season game 2-0 behind closed doors against Udinese in Italy on Saturday morning.

While there is still work to be done, the progress will come as a relief to both the boss and the fans. The lack of priority in the transfer window to add to the midfield further demonstrates the strength Tuchel believes he has in this area of the pitch. A lot of improvement is needed if he wants to be fighting for a starting place next season. Chelsea were dominant in the middle of the park and largely took control of this game, Kovacic was superb. The match certainly had a slower feel to it and although Udinese put up a good fight, the west London outfit were able to control the game at their own pace. He both opened the scoring and won the penalty for the Blues’ other goal of the game.

Barcelona chief Joan Laporta has admitted that he and Xavi are huge admirers of Chelsea duo Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso, who have been widely tipped to ...

Azpilicueta's long-term future at Chelsea was called into question towards the end of last season, with his current deal in west London set to expire next summer. It seems as though Laporta could now be looking to hit Chelsea with another demoralising blow by launching a raid for Azpilicueta and Alonso after revealing his interest in the pair in an interview with CBS Sports. Barcelona chief Joan Laporta has admitted that he and Xavi are huge admirers of Chelsea duo Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso, who have been widely tipped to join the Catalan heavyweights over the course of this summer.

BARCELONA president Joan Laporta has revealed players have rejected Chelsea in favour of the Nou Camp due to their project and boss Xavi.The Blaugrana.

"He is a very successful businessman. "He looks like a man who knows what he wants to do and it was a very nice dinner." Xavi is important."

Keep up to date with all the latest Chelsea transfer news and rumours on Saturday.

Combined, the trio have played 1,887 official club games. In a week's time, Chelsea begin their 2022/23 top-flight campaign. As a result, Thomas Tuchel is yet to lose in normal time to Jurgen Klopp. Given the length of the Jules Kounde transfer saga, which spanned more than 12-months, it feels like a long time since Chelsea's original interest in De Ligt surfaced. Chalobah was part of a defensive unit that improved as the game progressed and will be pushing for a start against Everton in a week's time. The senior member of the Chelsea back three given his 30 appearances last term, Chalobah was confident in possession and ready to step into midfield to help the Blues overload the Italian side. That is less true of Chelsea, although there is no doubting the quality of their coach and their squad." But we are here as well, we don’t want to rest on what we achieved or not achieved in the last years, we are ready for the new challenge and that’s all." That’s got to have some sort of substance." Elsewhere, work continues off the pitch as Todd Boehly navigates a crucial first transfer window as Chelsea co-owner. that’s a weird one to just make up. They have a second game this morning at 10 AM which we will keep you up to date with.

Chelsea have submitted their first offer for Inter Milan talent Cesare Casadei after an unsuccessful enquiry during talks for Romelu Lukaku's loan deal, ...

Italian side Torino are also keen on the goalscoring midfielder. Chelsea have submitted their first offer for Inter Milan talent Cesare Casadei after an unsuccessful enquiry during talks for Romelu Lukaku’s loan deal, according to Sky Italia. Report: Club unlikely to accept Chelsea's offer for goalscoring midfield talent

Chelsea currently have the most expensive goalkeeper in world football and he isn't even a starter. The Blues signed the Spaniard from Athletic Bilbao in 2018 ...

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Chelsea have reportedly been told they will have to pay £17million for Cesare Casadei and include a buy-back clause in any deal after Inter Milan rejected ...

Chelsea are expected to be working hard behind the scenes next week in a bid to get some more faces through the door, with their first Premier League game of the season taking place at Everton on Saturday. However, Inter outright refused the suggestion and ended up paying a £7m fee and agreeing to cover his wages in full. Chelsea have reportedly been told they will have to pay £17million for Cesare Casadei and include a buy-back clause in any deal after Inter Milan rejected their opening offer.

CHELSEA have been continually thwarted by Barcelona in the summer transfer window.

This has led to tensions developing between the two clubs with Tuchel unprepared to deal with the Catalan's pursuit of his duo. Chelsea and Barcelona have spent most of the transfer window in direct battle for their main targets. Xavi has told Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso that Barcelona will do ‘everything possible’ to sign them in the next few days.

Chelsea defender Emerson Palmieri could be on the move to Lazio this summer with former head coach Maurizio Sarri keen for a reunion.

He could play in a back four, as wing-back in a back five and he could even slot in on the left side of a back three. With Champions League matches on top of the Premier League, where you can now make five substitutions in the 90 minutes, he should still have plenty of opportunities if he is chosen as a backup option for Tuchel to utilise. The case to be made for Emerson is that he has more versatility than the 31-year-old which could be vitally important for Tuchel given the lack of depth in his defence.

Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga is closing in on a loan move to Napoli, according to reports in Italy. The 27-year-old, who moved to Stamford Bridge in ...

Chelsea are still to reach a final agreement with Napoli with the Premier League club requesting two bonus payments of €1.5m (£1.2m) as part of the deal. It’s understood that Chelsea have agreed to pay 75% of Kepa’s salary, which is in the region of £150,000 a week. Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga is closing in on a loan move to Napoli, according to reports in Italy.

Barcelona president John Laporta has sent Chelsea a message after winning the race for Raphinha and provided an update on the potential signings of Cesar ...

When asked whether he expected Barcelona to complete the signings of Azpilicueta and Alonso, Laporta responded: “They are under contract at Chelsea and we respect this as well as the new owner. With the players they have already lost out on, he will not want his side to be weakened any further, but the Spanish side have their eyes on two more Chelsea defenders. The Spanish club have come out on top to this stage, they have prized away signings from the Blues and have left Thomas Tuchel’s side in a difficult position.

Chelsea have agreed to sign Gabriel Slonina from Chicago Fire for a fee of around £12 million.

Talented GK and his agent will fly to London on Sunday to complete medical and sign. Excl: Gaga Slonina to Chelsea, here we go! Chelsea have agreed a deal of around £12 million including add-ons with the MLS side for the teenager, who will return on loan to see out the campaign with the American side before returning to London on January 1st 2022.

According to CalcioMercato, Chelsea are set to meet with Inter Milan to discuss a potential deal for centre-back Milan Skriniar, who has been linked with a ...

I do expect Spurs to sign a right-sided centre-back if both Tanganga and Rodon leave this summer. It is explained that both Inter and PSG are willing to pay €50m (£41.9m) for Skriniar, which is thought to fall short of Nerazzurri’s valuation of €70m (£58.7m). According to CalcioMercato, Chelsea are set to meet with Inter Milan to discuss a potential deal for centre-back Milan Skriniar, who has been linked with a move to Tottenham this summer.