Chelsea captain Reece James faces another anxious wait over his fitness after suffering knee discomfort during training at Cobham. The 26-year-old was left out of the matchday squad for the 5-1 win over Bournemouth on October 10, with manager Xabi Alonso confirming the issue will be assessed week by week. This latest setback comes at
CHELSEA CLOSE IN ON ALEX SCOTT DEAL
Chelsea supporters have fresh reasons for optimism this week as the club edges closer to landing one of the Premier League’s most sought-after young midfielders. Bournemouth have indicated they will entertain offers exceeding £80 million for Alex Scott when the January window opens, a significant softening of their previous stance that the 23-year-old England international
PALMER SIGNS NEW CHELSEA DEAL UNTIL 2034
Chelsea have secured a significant boost to their long-term plans with Cole Palmer agreeing a contract extension that keeps the England international at Stamford Bridge until 2034. The new deal, reported by David Ornstein, adds a year to his existing terms and comes with improved financial conditions, underlining the club’s determination to build around one
BRENTFORD ROUT EXPOSES ALONSO’S CHELSEA FRAILTIES
Chelsea supporters woke up on Saturday morning still reeling from the 3-0 thrashing at Brentford. The result, delivered on Friday evening at the Gtech Community Stadium, represents the club’s first Premier League defeat there since 1938 and leaves Xabi Alonso with plenty to address during the upcoming international break. The performance was particularly alarming given
CLEARLAKE SEIZES FULL CONTROL OF CHELSEA
Chelsea supporters woke up to major news this week as Clearlake Capital completed its takeover of the club by buying out the remaining stakes held by Todd Boehly, Mark Walter and Hansjörg Wyss. The American private equity firm, which had already held the majority share since the 2022 purchase from Roman Abramovich, now owns the
Injury Worries Mount for Chelsea Ahead of Brentford
Chelsea head into Friday’s Premier League clash with Brentford facing fresh selection headaches after three first-team players missed training on Tuesday. The absences have piled pressure on manager Xabi Alonso as the Blues look to build momentum following a mixed start to the season. The standout name among the absentees is Joao Pedro, who has
PALMER’S MYSTERIOUS POST
Chelsea have reportedly decided to stick by under-fire boss Enzo Maresca despite mounting fan frustration, underwhelming results, and the very real prospect of missing out on Champions League football next season. According to The Sun, the club’s hierarchy remains convinced the Italian is the right man to lead the team forward, even as their top-four
CHELSEA STAGGER TOWARDS SEASON’S END
Enzo Maresca suggested this week that Chelsea fans could “decide” whether or not they approved of his team after boos rang out at half-time during Sunday’s draw with Ipswich. The truth is, many already have – and they’re not impressed. The mood around Stamford Bridge has turned, with Maresca now facing growing unrest from the
CHELSEA TOP PREMIER LEAGUE AGENT FEE SPENDING
Chelsea have once again topped the Premier League charts for agent fee spending, shelling out a staggering £60.4million to player representatives over the past year. The figure, published on Monday by the Football Association, highlights the continued financial muscle – and arguably, mismanagement – under the Todd Boehly-Clearlake Capital regime, even amid ongoing concerns about