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Chelsea have decided against pursuing a deal for Achraf Hakimi.

Mauro Icardi could yet end up at Chelsea – but it would take a huge transfer fee to take him to Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea continue to be linked with Jadon Sancho amid speculation that he could leave Borussia Dortmund this summer.

Chelsea are seemingly leading a race to sign youngster Xavier Mbuyamba from Barcelona.

Chelsea want around £31m for Tiemoue Bakayoko, according to reports. 

Tiemoue Bakayoko could be plying his trade in Spain next season, according to reports in his native France.

Former Chelsea star Pat Nevin says he believes Pedro is “definitely going” and that the club can do without both the Spaniard and Willian.

Jorginho is ready to turn his back on a potential return to Italy and instead commit his future to Chelsea, according to his agent.

Chelsea are being tipped to step up their pursuit of Leicester left-back Ben Chilwell amid reports that Alex Telles is set to move elsewhere.

Roman Abramovich’s generosity during the coronavirus crisis helped convince Chelsea players to take a pay cut, according to The Sun.

Chelsea have been linked with several young players at Championship clubs in recent months.

Chelsea are ready to almost double Lautaro Martinez’s wages in order to sign him, according to reports. 

Chelsea star Callum Hudson-Odoi says the European Championships being moved to next year gives him a big target to aim for.

Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson has admitted that his form has not been good enough to warrant a move to a top club.

Jadon Sancho won’t join Chelsea or Liverpool, a leading agent has suggested.

Embed from Getty Images Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has been tipped to sign a full-back this summer – and Real Madrid’s Achraf Hakimi could be an option. Chelsea have made an enquiry about Hakimi ahead of a possible move, according to the Sunday Mirror. The Morocco international, 21, has spent the season on loan at…

Embed from Getty Images Leeds United are looking to beat Chelsea to the signing of Metz striker Habib Diallo, according to reports in France. Diallo has impressed this season and the Senegal international, 24, was among several forwards linked with Chelsea during the final stages of January’s transfer window. The Sun reported at the time…

Former Chelsea star Gus Poyet has called for N’Golo Kante to revert back to his natural position and for Billy Gilmour to be given time to find his feet in the Premier League.

Gianluigi Donnarumma has insisted he is committed to AC Milan amid reports linking him with various clubs, including Chelsea.

Pedro and Emerson Palmieri have both hit back at reports they are set to leave Chelsea.

Embed from Getty Images Tammy Abraham has hit back at reports he is demanding £180,000 a week to sign a new contract at Chelsea. The England striker has been discussing a new deal for some time and reports recently claimed that negotiations had stalled and that Abraham was looking for huge wages in order to…

Embed from Getty Images Lyon are ready to sell Moussa Dembele to Chelsea this summer, according to reports. The former Fulham forward was linked with a return to west London during the January transfer window, when Chelsea reportedly had a bid for him rejected. Lyon insisted they would not sell Dembele, but reports suggest that…

Former Chelsea midfielder Jon Obi Mikel has quit Trabzonspor because matches in Turkey are still going ahead despite the coronavirus outbreak.

Tammy Abraham reportedly wants £180,000-a-week to sign a new contract at Chelsea.

Chelsea youngster Tino Anjorin is reportedly close to signing a new contract.

Embed from Getty Images Former England captain Alan Shearer said Olivier Giroud’s sensational display provided the platform for Chelsea’s 4-0 thumping of Everton on Sunday. Chelsea young midfield trio of Mason Mount, Ross Barkley and 18-year-old Billy Gilmour were all in magnificent form and attracted the majority of the plaudits as the Blues romped to…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard has told Billy Gilmour that the hard work is just beginning after the youngster’s fantastic display for Chelsea this week. The teenage midfielder earned rave reviews for his performance in the FA Cup fifth-round victory over Liverpool. Blues boss Frank Lampard is delighted with Gilmour’s progress – but says…

Embed from Getty Images Chelsea boss Frank Lampard spoke at a press conference on Friday and gave an update on the club’s injured players. Lampard confirmed that Tammy Abraham remains sidelined for this weekend’s game against Everton and replied “I hope so” when asked if the striker was likely to be back by the end…

Embed from Getty Images Callum Hudson-Odoi has reportedly suffered a setback in his bid to return from a hamstring injury. The Athletic reports that Hudson-Odoi aggravated the problem during training on Thursday and is set to miss Sunday’s game at home to Everton. The news is a huge blow for Chelsea boss Frank Lampard, who…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard has hit back at a suggestion that his methods could be a factor in Chelsea’s injury problems. The Blues are in pole position to finish in the top four – check out these football tips for more on that. But several key players have suffered injuries this season and…

Andreas Christensen has joined Chelsea’s injured list but the news on Tammy Abraham is “relatively positive” according to boss Frank Lampard. Speaking at a press conference on Monday afternoon, Lampard said a “small issue” meant Christensen would be unavailable for Tuesday’s FA Cup tie against Liverpool. Lampard is already without the likes of Abraham, N’Golo…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard has hit back at reports he plans to ditch several Chelsea players this summer. The Sun reported this week that Willian and Pedro, whose contracts are due to expire, could be on the the way out with Jorginho, Ross Barkley, Marcos Alonso, Emerson, Kurt Zouma and out-of-favour goalkeeper Kepa…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard has revealed that Olivier Giroud didn’t start against Manchester United because the striker did not feel fully fit. Michy Batshuayi struggled in the absence of the injured Tammy Abraham before being replaced by Giroud in the second half. Giroud was expected to leave the club last month but a…

Embed from Getty Images Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek is expected to make his return to action this evening. The England midfielder has had to be patient in his recovery from the ruptured Achilles tendon he suffered last season. The injury came just as Loftus-Cheek was finally establishing himself as a first-team regular for Chelsea. It…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard has indicated that Chelsea will look to make further signings this summer following the deal to bring in Hakim Ziyech. Ziyech will arrive from Ajax at the end of the season and Blues boss Lampard is keen to strengthen his squad, particularly in attacking areas. Speaking to Sky Sports…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard seems to be losing patience with the club’s lack of activity in the transfer market, according to former Chelsea duo Glenn Hoddle and Joe Cole. Lampard has repeatedly said the Blues lack ruthlessness in attacking areas and need to strengthen in January. Chelsea once again failed to make the…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard has hit back at suggestions he is not using N’Golo Kante in his best position for Chelsea. Lampard’s predecessor Maurizio Sarri controversially deployed Kante in a more attacking role. That was expected to change when the Italian left Stamford Bridge, but Jorginho has continued to operate in the deeper…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard says he is not looking to sign a goalkeeper during this transfer window but has made it clear to Kepa Arrizabalaga that he needs to improve. Kepa’s performances for Chelsea this season have attracted criticism – and speculation that Blues boss Lampard could look to replace him. Burnley’s England…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard is ready to bring in a short-term solution in order to boost Chelsea’s attacking options. Chelsea have tended to focus on the longer term when spending money and developing players – but Blues boss Lampard says the need to bring in a striker is urgent if they want to…

Embed from Getty Images Ole Gunnar Solsjkaer has been tipped to take Edinson Cavani to Manchester United – but Frank Lampard has given a clear indication that Chelsea are also ready to move for the striker. Cavani has asked to leave Paris St-Germain and has been linked with a move to United following an injury…

Embed from Getty Images Jamie Redknapp was critical of Chelsea’s players after their 1-0 defeat at Newcastle. Issac Hayden scored an injury-time winner for the Magpies at St James’ Park, where the Blues dominated the game but could not find the net. Former England midfielder Redknapp – cousin of Blues boss Frank Lampard – felt…

Embed from Getty Images Lyon have made it clear they are determined to keep Moussa Dembele despite reports linking him with a move to Chelsea. Blues boss Frank Lampard is said to be keen to snap up the former Fulham forward, who has been tipped to return to the Premier League for some time. Dembele,…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard admitted Chelsea lacked quality in their 1-1 draw at Brighton. The Blues led courtesy of Cesar Azpilicueta’s simple early finish but failed to make the most of a dominant first-half display and Alireza Jahanbakhsh’s 84th-minute overhead kick earned the hosts a point during a much-improved second half. “It is…

Embed from Getty Images Tariq Lamptey is expected to sign a new long-term contract with Chelsea following his impressive senior debut. The 19-year-old right-back made a big impact after coming on as a substitute in the 2-1 win at Arsenal on Sunday. Lamptey’s current deal expires next summer and the club are keen for him…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard hinted he will look to bring in new signings after Chelsea were beaten 2-0 at home to Southampton. The Blues have lost three of their last four league games at Stamford Bridge and boss Lampard was asked at his post-match press conference whether the result had made him more…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard has dismissed suggestions that a subdued atmosphere at Stamford Bridge has contributed to Chelsea’s poor home record. Saturday’s 1-0 loss to Bournemouth was the Blues’ third home defeat of the season. But manager Lampard has insisted that the fans have a right to be unhappy and that his team…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard has vowed to “keep the balance of the squad right” after Chelsea were given the green light to sign players in January. The club’s two-window transfer ban was cut to one window by the Court of Arbitration for Sport, which also halved Chelsea’s fine from £460,000 to £230,000. It…

Embed from Getty Images Chelsea boss Frank Lampard believes a verdict on the club’s appeal against their transfer ban is “very close”. The club have appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (Cas) after an appeal to FIFA was rejected by the governing body. Chelsea were banned from signing players during two transfer windows…

Embed from Getty Images Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham scored his first England goal as they thrashed Montenegro 7-0 at Wembley – and some Blues fans think they saw a glimpse of the future. Ben Chilwell and Jadon Sancho – two players linked with Chelsea in recent months – combined to set up Abraham’s goal. Leicester…

Embed from Getty Images Willian played like a man who relished the extra pressure of being named captain in Chelsea’s convincing 2-0 win over Crystal Palace , according to former England midfielder Danny Murphy. The 31-year-old winger was a standout performer in a team with an average age of 24, the lowest in the club’s…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard says welcomes the “nice problem” N’Golo Kante’s return to fitness will bring for him. Kante is back in training and ready to return for Chelsea, who face Ajax in the Champions League on Tuesday. But midfielders Jorginho and Mateo Kovacic have been outstanding in the Frenchman’s absence and it…

Embed from Getty Images Jamie Redknapp is convinced Callum Hudson-Odoi’s best position is on the left flank. The Chelsea youngster had a frustrating time on the right against Manchester United and was well contained by Brandon Williams. Hudson-Odoi had more joy when he switched flank – and pundit Redknapp believes that’s where he should be…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard has admitted he is keen for Chelsea youngsters Tammy Abraham and Fikayo Tomori to sign new contracts. The likes of Callum Hudson-Odoi have signed long-term deals with the Blues and talks are taking place with Abraham and Tomori with a view to them also committing their long-term futures to…

Embed from Getty Images Chelsea are lining up summer move for forwards Callum Wilson and Timo Werner, according to The Sun. The newspaper say Chelsea are increasingly confident that an appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport will lead to the club’s transfer ban being lifted in January. That would mean boss Frank Lampard…

Embed from Getty Images Chelsea boss Frank Lampard hopes to have N’Golo Kante and Ross Barkley available for Saturday’s game against Burnley. Lampard also hopes to get Antonio Rudiger back sooner rather than later, although the German defender won’t be ready to return for this weekend’s match. All three players will miss Wednesday’s Champions League…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard has hailed Callum Hudson-Odoi for making a big impact on his return but says the Chelsea youngster can still improve off the ball. Hudson-Odoi, back in the side after recovering from a ruptured Achilles tendon, was outstanding in the Blues’ 1-0 win at home to Newcastle on Saturday. The…

Chelsea boss Frank Lampard gives his reaction to the 1-0 win over Newcastle.

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard says it disrespectful to Chelsea’s senior players to suggest the young talent were guaranteed to be given the chance to shine this season. The club’s transfer ban meant the Blues boss was unable to strengthen in the summer. But academy stars Mason Mount, Tammy Abraham, Fikayo Tomori, Andreas Christensen,…

Embed from Getty Images Ross Barkley looks set to be the main man to profit from a number of injuries to Chelsea players on international duty in the past week. The 25-year-old has struggled to hold down a regular place in the Blues side this season. But injury concerns for fellow midfielders N’Golo Kante and…

Embed from Getty Images England suffered a shock defeat as the Czech Republic came from behind to beat them 2-1 in Prague. Here’s how we rated each of the London contingent. Danny Rose: 5 Picked up a first-half yellow card and will therefore be suspended for the game against Bulgaria. The Tottenham left-back offered very…

Embed from Getty Images Chelsea boss Frank Lampard says the comprehensive victory over Southampton should not mask a less than ideal performance. The Blues ended up cantering to a 4-1 win at St Mary’s but looked defensively shaky at times, conceding a sloppy goal and surrendering possession deep in their own half on several occasions….

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard has reiterated that Chelsea’s youngsters can expect to be replaced if their form dips. Fiyako Tomori, Tammy Abraham and Mason Mount were called up to the England squad this week along with Blues team-mate Ross Barkley. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, manager Lampard said Chelsea’s England contingent…

Embed from Getty Images Frank Lampard has insisted that Christian Pulisic’s “talent will come through” at Chelsea but that the American needs to impress in training. The American youngster, signed from Borussia Dortmund, has been overlooked in the early stages of the season. And the return to fitness of Callum Hudson-Odoi is set to push…

Embed from Getty Images Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has given updates on the fitness of a number of his players ahead of Saturday’s game against Brighton. Speaking at a press conference, Lampard said youngsters Callum Hudson-Odoi and Reece James were “pushing” to be involved after impressing in the midweek Carabao Cup game against Grimsby. Both…