Cech set for elbow surgery

Petr Cech is struggling to get through the rest of the season and is already scheduled in for surgery next summer, according to Czech Republic doctor Petr Krejci. The 30-year-old will continue to play despite an elbow injury, with Chelsea coming to an agreement with his country that will see him rested for all international

Courtois next Blues No.1

Petr Cech may have only just recently signed a new contract with Chelsea, but the Blues’ keeper has already suggested a long-term replacement for himself. After signing from Racing Genk last summer, Thibaut Courtois has impressed many quarters and Cech is one of his top admirers.