Mata distances himself from exit rumours

Chelsea playmaker Juan Mata is adamant that he will be at Stamford Bridge next season, despite reports that returning manager Jose Mourinho could move him on. The Spanish international scored twenty goals in all competitions last season, leading to be named the clubs Player of the Year for the second season in succession; a feat

West Ham eyeing Ba return

The Mirror understands that West Ham United are preparing a loan bid for Chelsea striker Demba Ba. The Senegal international scored just two goals in fourteen league appearances for the Blues since signing from Newcastle United for £7milliom in January. Since returning as Chelsea manager, Jose Mourinho has been linked with a number of high

Mourinho set to face press

Jose Mourinho is preparing to face the media for the first time since returning to Stamford Bridge as manager. The 50 year old last week signed a four year contract with the Blues, and his first press conference of his second spell will take place this afternoon. It is nine years since Mourinho’s initial arrival

Terry and Hazard travel to Amsterdam ahead of Final

John Terry and Eden Hazard have travelled with the Chelsea first team squad ahead of Wednesday evening’s Europa League final, despite concerns over their fitness. Both players were injured in Saturday’s win at Aston Villa, but have been included in the 25 man party, along with Jon Obi-Mikel, who has recovered from a hip injury.

Terry set to keep place for Anfield trip

Chelsea will be looking to tighten their grip on a Champions League place as they travel to Rafael Benitez’s former club Liverpool on Sunday afternoon. The Blues go in to the game having won four of their last five league games, the latest of which came at Craven Cottage on Wednesday evening. Ashley Cole could