Cole out of Montenegro clash

Ashley Cole is out of England’s World Cup Qualifier against Montenegro on Friday evening, Sky Sports understands. The 32 year old was substituted during Sunday’s win over Norwich City, and scans yesterday showed the seriousness of the rib injury that he has sustained means he will remain at Stamford Bridge to undergo treatment. Roy Hodgson’s

Chelsea sign Atsu from Porto

Chelsea have completed the signing of winger Christian Atsu from Porto, according to Sky Sports. The Ghana international has put pen to paper on a five year contract after the two clubs agreed a fee of around £3.5m, though he will spend the rest of this season on loan with Dutch club Vitesse Arnhem. He

Blues considering £5m Eto’o swoop

Chelsea may be able to sign Anzhi Makhachkala’s Samuel Eto’o for as little as £5m, the Guardian understands. Jose Mourinho has been searching for a new striker all summer, but looks increasingly unlikely to secure a deal for Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney after seeing both of their bids for the England international knocked back. Eto’o

Chelsea lining up third Rooney bid

Chelsea are preparing a third bid for Manchester United’s Wayne Rooney, the Guardian understands. Jose Mourinho remains keen on agreeing a deal for the 27 year old despite David Moyes insistence that the 27 year old is not for sale. The Blues opening two offers – the latest of which thought to be around £25m