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Jul152018 by JBNo Comments

REVEALED: Napoli threatened Jorginho with ultimatum if he chose Man City

Napoli threatened Jorginho with an ultimatum in order to force the Italy international into joining Chelsea this week. The midfielder completed a £52million transfer to Stamford Bridge on Saturday in a deal that shocked City. Pep Guardiola was desperate to sign the Brazil-born midfielder and City believed he was on his way to the Etihad before he joined Chelsea. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, Chelsea’s appointment of Maurizio Sarri made the way for Jorginho to join him at Stamford Bridge and City were angry that they were kept in the dark. Jorginho was believed to be keen on moving to the Etihad but the Mirror report that the Italian was left with little option but to join the blues. Napoli are said to have threatened Jorginho that eithe...

Jul102018 by JBNo Comments

Jorginho’s mum drops huge hint he’s chosen Chelsea over City

Transfer Info, Premier League, Seria A

Napoli star Jorginho’s mother has started following Chelsea on Instagram amid rumours the Italy international has chosen to snub Manchester City and move to Stamford Bridge. The midfielder is one of European football’s highest rated playmakers after another remarkable season in Naples, averaging more passes per game than any other player in Italy. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); He is seen as a priority signing by Pep Guardiola, who is keen to reinforce his midfield after the exit of Yaya Toure at the end of the season. However, Jorginho is also believed to be on the transfer list of Maurizio Sarri, with the former Napoli boss still waiting to complete a move to Chelsea. Italian newspaper Tuttosport claim Chelsea are preparing a £50m bid for the Ital...

Jul52018 by JBNo Comments

“I’m still the boss!” – Antonio Conte emails players to rearrange pre-season training

Premier League

Antonio Conte has clashed with Chelsea’s hierarchy by trying to rearrange the start date of pre-season training even though he will likely be sacked in the coming days. The London club have been in talks to sign former Napoli boss Maurizio Sarri and are finally willing to pay-off the final year of Antonio Conte’s £9m-a-season contract. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Talks with Napoli have been difficult, however, with the Italian side holding out for a huge compensation fee despite already appointing Carlo Ancelotti as his replacement. The Times report that, even though Conte will likely leave Stamford Bridge, he has spent the summer planning a pre-season training programme and has clashed with the board over when the players should return to training....

Jul42018 by JBNo Comments

Jordan Pickford hits back at Courtois after England’s win over Colombia

Premier League

England hero Jordan Pickford hit back at Chelsea star Thibaut Courtois after sending England through to the World Cup quarter-finals. Pickford saved Carlos Bacca’s effort in suddent death to put an to end England’s curse from 12 yards and to set up a tie with Sweden in the next round. Courtois criticised Pickford for failing to keep out Adnan Januzaj’s winner against England last week, saying he could have ‘caught’ the shot because he’s taller than the Everton goalie. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Pickford produced a remarkable save in normal time to deny Mateus Uribe and the England international took a dig at Courtois after the game. ‘I did all my research. I’ve got power and agility. I don’t care if I’m not the biggest keeper because it’s about ...

Jul32018 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea in talks with Barcelona over Willian transfer after rejecting £50m bid

Transfer Info, La Liga, Premier League

Chelsea have turned down a bid of around £50m for Willian from Barcelona, according to Sky Sports. There are ongoing talks between the two clubs and representatives of the player, who is currently on international duty with Brazil at the World Cup in Russia. It is understood that Barcelona first began efforts to bring Willian to the Nou Camp as far as three months ago. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Manchester United are also interested in signing the versatile winger this summer and the Brazil midfielder wants to leave Stamford Bridge if Antonio Conte remain as head coach. However, he was left out of the starting line-up for the FA Cup final win over United at Wembley, coming on as a substitute. Willian has scored a total of 44 goals in 236 appe...

Jul32018 by JBNo Comments

Aleksandr Golovin’s mum drops massive hint about Chelsea transfer

Transfer Info, Premier League

Aleksandr Golovin is in talks with Chelsea over a transfer to Stamford Bridge, the midfielder’s mother has confirmed. Chelsea are reportedly closing in on a £27million move for Golovin, who has been key for Russia at the World Cup. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Golovin helped Russia cause a huge upset against Spain in the last-16 as they progressed past the 2010 World Cup winners to reach the next round. Arsenal and Manchester United are interested in signing Golovin, but it seems Chelsea will get the player over their Premier League rivals. ‘Yes, now there are talks between the clubs, but we still do not know the details,’ Golovin’s mother, Svetlana, said. ‘Sacha right now stands only for the Russian team, fully focused on the World Cup. The tr...

Jun302018 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea in talks to sign £27m Aleksandr Golovin and may replace Courtois with Alisson

Transfer Info, Premier League

Chelsea are in talks to sign Aleksandr Golovin from CSKA Moscow and are interested in replacing Thibaut Courtois with Alisson. Golovin has been spectacular in Russia’s unexpected run to the last 16 of the World Cup and is in line to face Spain on Sunday, while Alisson is Brazil’s first-choice goalie. Telegraph claim Chelsea could listen to offers for Courtois, who is entering the final 12 months of his deal at the club and is yet to sign an extension. They do not want to risk losing him for free next season, so could be open to striking a deal if a bid of more than £50 million arrives. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Real Madrid are interested in both Courtois and Alisson, with the Belgian interested in a return to Spain. Paris St-Germain are also cons...

Jun302018 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea reject £50m bid for Willian from Barcelona

Transfer Info, La Liga, Premier League

Chelsea have turned down a £50million offer from Barcelona for midfielder Willian. Despite winning the league and cup double last campaign, Barca have concerns that their squad still lacks quality in depth and attacking flair, particularly after their shock Champions League loss to Roma. The Spanish side see the 29-year-old as a playmaker who can add an extra flair to their attack after the departure of Andres Iniesta and want him to link up with Philippe Coutinho. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Willian's representatives have been in Barcelona and the offer from the Spanish giants will be tempting but Chelsea have shown no willingness to sell. Manchester United are also interested in a deal for the Brazil international. It is understood that Unit...

Jun222018 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea defender responds to claims he’s set to join Inter Milan

Transfer Info, Premier League, Seria A

Davide Zappacosta insists he is ‘only thinking about Chelsea’ with speculation linking him with a move to Inter Milan. The Italian right back, who joined Chelsea last summer from Torino, has emerged as a key target for the Serie A club. Sky Sports claimed on Wednesday that Inter met with Zappacosta’s agent at their headquarters in Milan and were determined to make a deal. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); It was also reported that Chelsea were willing to allow Zappacosta leave for £17.5m, despite the player still having a contract at the club until 2021. Asked about the speculation surrounding his future, Zappacosta said: ‘I just want to have a great season, regardless of where I play. ‘Inter? The interest is pleasing but I don’t know anything about...

Jun212018 by JBNo Comments

Dortmund sends message to Michy Batshuayi over Chelsea switch

Transfer Info, Bundesliga, Premier League

Borussia Dortmund will not be looking to sign Michy Batshuayi this summer from Chelsea, according to Borussia Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc. The Chelsea forward spent the second half of last campaign on loan at Dortmund and scored nine goals in 14 games. Batshuayi’s form sparked rumours Dortmund wanted to make his move permanent, but Chelsea are believed to have rejected their approach. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); With a new coach incoming at Chelsea, the club are convinced Batshuayi still has a future at Stamford Bridge. And with Chelsea refusing to listen to offers for Batshuayi, Dortmund seem to have given up on signing the Belgium international. He told Kicker: ‘We are searching for Mister X, but it is not Michy Batshuayi. ‘Th...