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Sep282022 by JBNo Comments

Villas-Boas reveals four Chelsea rejections that left Roman Abramovich “p****d off”

Premier League

Andre Villas-Boas' time at Chelsea could've been very different, billed as the next Jose Mourinho and appointed by Abramovich, the Portuguese tactician lasted just nine months at the club during a rollercoaster 2011-12 season. Infamously sacked just two months before Chelsea went on to win the Champions League under Roberto Di Matteo, his old assistant, Villas-Boas has now taken time to reflect on his poor spell in London more than a decade on and revealed four transfer revelations. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); According to the 44-year-old, none other than Modric, Radamel Falcao, Carlos Tevez and Moutinho were on his shopping list - and it seems they were more than just wishes. William Gallas reveals big ‘problem’ for William Saliba at Arsenal ...

Feb152022 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich loses £650m in one day

Premier League

Roman Abramovich has seen his fortune fall by up to £650m in a single day, with investors fearing his investments could be impacted by the situation between Russia and Ukraine. Abramovich has a huge shareholding in Evraz, a mining company listed on the London Stock Exchange, and their share price has fallen of late amid concerns about tensions between Russia and Ukraine. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Chelsea owner is among the richest owners in the Premier League, according to the 2021 Forbes billionaire's list, with a fortune worth up to £10bn. But, with concerns about the potential for sanctions to be placed on Russian companies in the light of the developments, Evraz shares have fallen sharply with Abramovich - the company's largest single ...

Jan42022 by JBNo Comments

Roman Abramovich’s stance on Tuchel punishing Lukaku

Premier League

Thomas Tuchel reportedly has the full support of Roman Abramovich after his spat with Chelsea record signing Romelu Lukaku. Lukaku was dropped for Sunday’s draw with Premier League title rivals Liverpool after an interview emerged where he conceded he is not happy at Stamford Bridge. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); In the interview with Sky Sport Italia, which was recorded around three weeks ago, Lukaku also confirmed he wanted to return to Inter in the near future. Alexander-Arnold hails ‘world-class’ Chelsea star after Liverpool 2-2 draw Chelsea make final decision on Romelu Lukaku future after explosive interview Furious Luke Shaw points finger at Man Utd teammates after woeful Wolves defeat Before Chelsea’s game with Liverpool, Tuchel said ...

Aug62021 by JBNo Comments

Roman Abramovich requests urgent meeting with Messi’s team over Chelsea move

Transfer Info, Premier League

Lionel Messi is now being eyed by Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich who is said to have ‘requested an urgent meeting’ with his representatives, according to reports. On Thursday, Barcelona made the shocking confirmation that Messi will leave the club, after failing to renew his contract due to the financial regulations in Spain. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); What this means is that the player is a free agent, with Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain the obvious suitors. But, PSG may not be able to meet his wage demands and Man City have just spent a whooping £100m on Jack Grealish, while they are also in the pursuit of Harry Kane. According to AS in Spain, Abramovich has ‘set his eyes’ on signing Messi and has ‘requested an urgent meeting’ with his ...

Jun22021 by JBNo Comments

Chelsea dealt huge blow as Abramovich’s key target confirms transfer decision

Transfer Info, Premier League, Seria A

Chelsea’s transfer plans have been dealt a huge blow after top target Romelu Lukaku confirmed his intention to stay at Inter Milan beyond this summer. The blues owner Roman Abramovich has reportedly made the 28-year-old his major target ahead of this summer’s transfer window. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Lukaku spent three years at the London club earlier in his career but only played 15 matches for the club before he was sold to Everton. The Belgium international then made the move to Manchester United before joining Inter Milan in 2019 and re-establishing himself as one of the best strikers in the world. Lukaku has scored 64 goals in 95 games for Inter and starred in the club’s superb Serie A title win this campaign under former Chelsea manager An...

Jun12021 by JBNo Comments

Roman Abramovich ‘personally’ driving Chelsea’s bid to sign Romelu Lukaku

Transfer Info, Premier League, Seria A

Roman Abramovich is keen to bring Romelu Lukaku back to Chelsea this summer and is 'personally' driving the bid himself. Thomas Tuchel's side were crowned Champions League winners against Manchester City on Saturday but Abramovich is wasting no time making plans for next campaign, eyeing a first Premier League title in five years. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Lukaku appears to be Chelsea's main target this window; last week it was reported that they were willing to sacrifice five players in order to fund a move for the player. The Inter forward spent three years at Stamford Bridge but failed to score any goal in his 10 Premier League games. But, he has now developed massively since then, and ESPN claim Abramovich wants him back in London, with the o...

Apr172021 by JBNo Comments

Guardiola snubbed Chelsea six times despite Roman Abramovich’s ‘obsession’ with him

Premier League

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola reportedly turned down Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich six times, with the Russian reported to be “obsessed” about hiring him, according to The Athletic. Abramovich bought the Premier League club in 2003 and has invested millions into Chelsea, to turn them into five-time Premier League champions, as well as UEFA Champions League winners. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But in his pursuit for glory, he has sacked 14 coaches including Mourinho and Guus Hiddink twice. Thomas Tuchel is now in charge of the club and has guided them to the semi-final stage in the Champions League and the FA Cup. But Abramovich has always been obsessed with hiring Guardiola as the blues manager. It has been claimed that he has followed the...

Mar212021 by JBNo Comments

Roman Abramovich opens up on Chelsea policy over Frank Lampard sacking

Premier League

Roman Abramovich says Chelsea will continue to be ‘pragmatic’ with their managerial changes after the decision to replace Frank Lampard with Thomas Tuchel. Lampard was sacked as Chelsea manager in January after a poor run of form, while the club remain unbeaten since Tuchel took charge. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The German coach is the 15th manager during Abramovich’s 18-year reign at the London team, and the Chelsea owner claims their ‘long-term ambition’ is always at the forefront of his mind when he makes any change. ‘I think we are pragmatic in our choices,’ Abramovich told Forbes. ‘And we are comfortable making the right changes at the right time to ensure we can achieve our long-term ambitions. ‘I hope it also says something about the cla...

Feb272021 by JBNo Comments

Roman Abramovich approves Chelsea bid to sign Erling Haaland

Premier League

Roman Abramovich has approved Chelsea’s push to sign Erling Haaland from Borussia Dortmund this summer window, according to reports in Germany. The Norwegian has quickly established himself as one of the best young strikers in Europe and has attracted interest from several teams across the continent. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Haaland has scored 43 goals in 43 matches since joining Dortmund but the Bundesliga side run the risk of losing the player at the end of the campaign if they miss out on the Champions League. Manchester United were close to signing Haaland before he moved to Dortmund from RB Salzburg. And it’s understood that they have maintained their interest in the 20-year-old, who has played under Solskjaer at Molde. But according to Bil...

Feb92021 by JBNo Comments

Roman Abramovich approves Thomas Tuchel’s ‘top Chelsea transfer target’

Premier League

Chelsea could land Dayot Upamecano this summer window as Thomas Tuchel identifies the French centre-back as his top transfer target. German outlet BILD claims the RB Leipzig defender is attracting interest from Chelsea, with his £37 million release clause unlikely to put the London side off. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); And Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is believed to be interested in funding the deal, with the blues already holding talks with Upamecano's agency Sport360. The west London club face huge competition from clubs like Liverpool and Bayern Munich, and a number of other European teams also chasing the Leipzig player. Upamecano is also said to favour a move to the Premier League over staying in the Bundesliga. Speaking in September, the...