The Mail Online understands that Chelsea are close to agreeing a deal that will see Benfica midfielder Nemanja Matic return to Stamford Bridge, two-and-a-half years after he moved in the opposite direction. The 25 year old was initially used as a makeweight in David Luiz’s transfer to Chelsea, and now looks set to return to […]
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Luiz rejected Barcelona offer
Chelsea defender David Luiz has revealed that he turned down a move to Barcelona during the recently closed transfer window, according to the Express. The Brazil international was linked with a move to the Nou Camp all summer, and he himself has confirmed that their interest was backed up by an official approach which he […]
Chelsea loan Lukaku to Everton
Chelsea did not make any additions to their squad on transfer deadline day, though they did sent a number of their players out on loan. The most notable of those to secure a temporary move away from Stamford Bridge was striker Romelu Lukaku, who has moved to Everton for the remainder of the season. The […]
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 […]