Former West Ham United striker Dean Ashton has said that he is not surprised by the ongoing speculation linking Willian with a move to Barcelona. The Brazil international has been one of the Blues’ most consistent performers over the past five years and Ashton believes the attacker has been more important to the Blues than
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Chelsea step up Costa interest
Chelsea are ready to make a £40m bid for Atletico Madrid striker Diego Costa, according to the Mail Online. The Blues have been regularly linked with a move for the Spain international, who has scored twenty-four goals in La Liga so far this season, a record only bettered by Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo. There has
Villa keen on permanent Bertrand deal
Aston Villa are keen to secure a permanent deal for Ryan Bertrand when his loan spell is complete, the Mirror understands. The England full back swapped London for Midlands back in January, joining up with Paul Lambert’s side for the rest of the season. He has made seven Premier League appearances since arriving at Villa
Chelsea beat City to move within two points of leaders Arsenal
Chelsea beat Premier League title favourites 1-0 at the Etihad Stadium yesterday evening to move level on points with Manuel Pellegrini’s men, and two behind leaders Arsenal. Branislav Ivanovic’s 32nd minute strike was enough to separate the sides, and consign City to their first home defeat of the season. The Blues, who are contenders for
Chelsea keen to beat United to Shaw
Chelsea will use the money they received from Manchester United for Juan Mata to try and beat them to the signature of Southampton defender Luke Shaw, according to the Mail Online. With Ashley Cole now 33 and yet to be offered a new contract, the Blues are keen on bringing in the highly rated left-back
United won’t include Rooney in Mata deal
Manchester United are closing in on a deal for out-of-favour Chelsea midfielder Juan Mata, but are not willing to include Wayne Rooney in any deal, according to the Independent. Both players have been linked with the switch for some time, with Mata who seemingly closer to the exit door. It is understood that the two-time
Xabi Alonso snubs Premier League return by signing new contract in Madrid
Xabi Alonso has ended speculation that he could be set to reunite with Jose Mourinho by penning a new deal at Real Madrid, according to the Independent. The 32 year old was due to be out of contract at the end of the season, but has now extended his contract with the La Liga giants
Chelsea up to fourth after gaining point at Arsenal
Chelsea moved back into the Champions League places after drawing nil-nil with Arsenal at the Emirates yesterday evening. The visitors best effort came in the first half when Frank Lampard hit the woodwork, while Olivier Giroud squandered two good efforts that, if converted, would have seen the Gunners reclaim top spot. The clean sheet was
Oscar out for Chelsea clash
Chelsea will be without Brazilian midfielder Oscar for this evening’s trip to Sunderland. The 22 year old injured his ankle in Sunday afternoon’s 3-1 win over Southampton, and joins international teammate David Luiz on the side-lines, though Samuel Eto’o could feature after returning to training following a hamstring problem. The Blues have are unbeaten in
Ramires committed to Chelsea cause
Chelsea midfielder Ramires has admitted that he is unaware of any interest in him from other clubs aside from what is written in the media, according to Sky Sports. The Brazil international, who has not missed a minute in the Premier League for the Blues so far this season, is reportedly a target for both