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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fmoussa-dembele_1.JPG "Celtic striker Moussa Dembele shoots during his side's 7-0 defeat to Barcelona in a Champions League match at the Camp Nou on September 13, 2016")
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea were never pursuing Celtic's Moussa Dembele'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says that the club's reported deadline-day interest in Celtic striker Moussa Dembele was "speculation".Feb 1, 11:33
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016")
Chelsea's Nemanja Matic "happy" despite being restricted to point by Liverpool
Chelsea defender Nemanja Matic says that the team are "happy" to pick up a point against Liverpool.Feb 1, 10:03
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F52%2Fjurgen-klopp_1.JPG "Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp looks on during his side's Premier League clash with Stoke City at Anfield on December 27, 2016")
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp: 'I could never be friends with Diego Costa'
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says that he could "never" be friends with Chelsea striker Diego Costa if the pair played against one another on the pitch.Feb 1, 09:33
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fantonio-conte_2.JPG "Chelsea manager Antonio Conte gesticulates on the touchline during his side's Premier League clash with Hull City at the KCOM Stadium on October 1, 2016")
Antonio Conte content with Chelsea draw against Liverpool
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte believes that his side's 1-1 draw with Liverpool at Anfield should be regarded as a "good point", despite Diego Costa missing a penalty.Feb 1, 00:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F05%2Fgeorginio-wijnaldum.jpg "Georginio Wijnaldum celebrates getting the equaliser during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on January 31, 2017")
Liverpool, Chelsea share the points at Anfield
Liverpool come from behind to draw 1-1 with Chelsea in Tuesday night's Premier League clash at Anfield.Jan 31, 21:51
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fmoussa-dembele.JPG "Celtic striker Moussa Dembele in training ahead of his side's Champions League clash with Barcelona at the Camp Nou on September 13, 2016")
Moussa Dembele rules out Chelsea move?
Celtic striker Moussa Dembele appears to rule out the possibility of leaving the club to join Chelsea in a late deadline-day move.Jan 31, 19:34
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F51%2Fsadio-mane.jpg "Sadio Mane in action during the Premier League game between Everton and Liverpool on December 19, 2016")
Team News: Sadio Mane back on Liverpool bench
Sadio Mane is named on the Liverpool bench for the visit of Premier League leaders Chelsea following his return from the Africa Cup of Nations.Jan 31, 19:01
Sadio Mane returns to Anfield ahead of Chelsea clash
Sadio Mane rejoins his Liverpool teammates ahead of the Premier League clash with Chelsea following Senegal's exit from the Africa Cup of Nations.Jan 31, 15:22
Branislav Ivanovic lands in Russia ahead of Zenit St Petersburg move
Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic lands in Russia ahead of his proposed deadline-day move to Zenit St Petersburg.Jan 31, 14:38
Chelsea target Moussa Dembele travelling to London on deadline day for knee scan
Celtic striker Moussa Dembele is travelling to London to undergo a knee scan, but his movement has sparked speculation over his future amid reports of Chelsea interest.Jan 31, 11:12
Inter Milan winger Jonathan Biabiany rejects offer to join Chelsea?
Inter Milan winger Jonathan Biabiany reportedly rejects a potential move to Chelsea in favour of a switch to China.Jan 31, 10:50
Chelsea fail in bid to sign Schalke 04 defender Sead Kolasinac?
Chelsea reportedly fail with a deadline-day bid to sign Schalke 04 defender Sead Kolasinac.Jan 31, 10:38
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F39%2Fjohn-terry_2.jpg "Chelsea's John Terry during the EFL Cup match between Chelsea and Bristol Rovers at Stamford Bridge on August 23, 2016")
Chelsea captain John Terry: 'I hope I don't play again this season'
Chelsea captain John Terry says that he hopes that Antonio Conte does not play him again this season because of the team's impressive campaign.Jan 31, 10:08
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F49%2Fnathan-ake.jpg "Nathan Ake in action for Bournemouth on December 4, 2016")
Bournemouth planning late attempt to bring back Chelsea's Nathan Ake?
Bournemouth are reportedly trying to seal a permanent move for Chelsea's Nathan Ake, while their pursuit of goalkeeper Asmir Begovic continues.Jan 31, 09:52
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F52%2Fjurgen-klopp_2.jpg "Jurgen Klopp shouts orders during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Manchester City on December 31, 2016")
Preview:Liverpool vs. Chelsea
Sports Mole previews the Premier League showdown between Liverpool and Chelsea at Anfield.Jan 30, 14:04
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Fantonio-conte.JPG "Chelsea manager Antonio Conte looks on during his side's Premier League clash with Southampton at St Mary's Stadium on October 30, 2016")
Antonio Conte: 'No news on Branislav Ivanovic, Asmir Begovic'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte admits that the futures of unsettled pair Branislav Ivanovic and Asmir Begovic are still unclear.Jan 30, 13:53
West Brom boss Tony Pulis confirms club never wanted Branislav Ivanovic
West Bromwich Albion boss Tony Pulis rules out making a late move for Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic.Jan 30, 10:57
Chelsea 'eyeing David Stockdale as Craig Gordon alternative'
Chelsea are reportedly planning to swoop for Brighton & Hove Albion goalkeeper David Stockdale if they fail to land Craig Gordon.Jan 29, 13:18
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea will try to respect Branislav Ivanovic'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says that the club will try to respect Branislav Ivanovic should he receive an offer of first-team football elsewhere.Jan 28, 18:22
Team News: Nathan Ake handed Chelsea start in FA Cup
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte hands a start to Nathan Ake as the Blues host Brentford in the FA Cup fourth round.Jan 28, 14:08
Live Commentary: Chelsea 4-0 Brentford - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's coverage of Chelsea's 4-0 win over Brentford in the fourth round of the FA Cup.Jan 28, 13:57
Frank Lampard: 'Cesar Azpilicueta has been Chelsea's best player this season'
Chelsea legend Frank Lampard says that defender Cesar Azpilicueta has been the best player for the Premier League leaders this season.Jan 28, 09:36
Salvatore Sirigu latest goalkeeper to be linked with Chelsea move
A report claims that Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper Salvatore Sirigu, who is currently on loan with Sevilla, is Chelsea's new top target to replace Asmir Begovic.Jan 27, 22:54
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F40%2Fgary-cahill.jpg "Gary Cahill demonstrates his remarkable drinking skills during the Premier League game between Hull City and Chelsea on October 1, 2016")
Antonio Conte praises mental strength of Gary Cahill
Antonio Conte says that Gary Cahill has "overcome" his clash of heads with Ryan Mason last week, and also pays his respects to the Hull City midfielder.Jan 27, 22:09
Antonio Conte: 'Asmir Begovic can leave if replacement found'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte reveals that he will let Asmir Begovic leave the club this month if "a suitable replacement" can be signed before the transfer window closes.Jan 27, 19:43
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F43%2Fpaco-alcacer.JPG "Barcelona's Paco Alcacer challenges Ruben Vezo of Granada during the La Liga clash at the Camp Nou on October 29, 2016")
Antonio Conte hints at late January signing
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte suggests that his club could bring in reinforcements before the January transfer window slams shut.Jan 27, 14:33
West Bromwich Albion 'make last-ditch Branislav Ivanovic approach'
Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic is said to be a target for West Bromwich Albion, despite reportedly already agreeing terms with Zenit St Petersburg.Jan 26, 20:18
Branislav Ivanovic 'agrees move to Zenit St Petersburg'
Long-serving Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic reportedly agrees a two-and-a-half year deal to join Zenit St Petersburg on a free transfer.Jan 26, 14:06
Chelsea to swap Thibaut Courtois for Alvaro Morata?
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte reportedly agrees to let Thibaut Courtois leave for Real Madrid in exchange for Alvaro Morata.Jan 25, 11:04
Antonio Conte to replace Thibaut Courtois with Diego Lopez?
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte reportedly considers 35-year-old goalkeeper Diego Lopez as a potential replacement for Thibaut Courtois.Jan 25, 10:22
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F03%2Fthibaut-courtois.JPG "Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois in action during his side's Premier League clash with Leicester City at the King Power Stadium on January 14, 2017")
Thibaut Courtois: 'Win over Hull City takes pressure off Chelsea'
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois believes that his side's 2-0 win over Hull takes the pressure off heading into back-to-back games against Liverpool and Arsenal.Jan 24, 21:04
Report: Chelsea to seek replacement for Asmir Begovic before Bournemouth move
Chelsea will only sell Bournemouth target Asmir Begovic if they can find a replacement for the back-up goalkeeper, according to reports.Jan 24, 17:35
Report: Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur interested in Inter Milan youngster Andrea Pinamonti
Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea are reportedly battling over the signature of teenage Inter Milan striker Andrea Pinamonti.Jan 23, 20:00
Everton eyeing Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic as Phil Jagielka replacement?
Everton are reportedly considering a move for Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic amid rumours that Phil Jagielka could leave this month.Jan 23, 10:57
Gary Cahill: 'I see a healthy gap for Chelsea after win over Hull City'
Chelsea defender Gary Cahill talks up the importance of his side's cushion at the top of the table following their 2-0 victory over Hull City in the Premier League.Jan 22, 22:16
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F48%2Fdiego-costa.jpg "Diego Costa celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Manchester City and Chelsea on December 3, 2016")
Antonio Conte: 'I hope this ends Diego Costa speculation'
Chelsea coach Antonio Conte hopes that Diego Costa's performance against Hull City will end speculation surrounding the frontman's future at the club.Jan 22, 20:50
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F52%2Fdiego-costa.jpg "Diego Costa celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Stoke City on December 31, 2016")
Antonio Conte 'pleased' for Diego Costa after goalscoring return
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte admits that he is pleased for Diego Costa following the striker's goalscoring return against Hull City in the Premier League.Jan 22, 19:48
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F03%2Fmarco-silva.JPG "Hull City manager Marco Silva watches on during the Premier League clash with Bournemouth at the KCOM Stadium on January 14, 2017")
Hull City's Marco Silva frustrated by "cheap" goal against Chelsea
Hull City boss Marco Silva reveals his frustration at conceding a "cheap" goal following his side's 2-0 defeat away at Chelsea in the Premier League.Jan 22, 19:32
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F52%2Fwillian-diego-costa.jpg "Willian celebrates scoring (apparently) with Diego Costa during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Stoke City on December 31, 2016")
Gary Cahill: 'We are delighted to have Diego Costa back in the team'
Chelsea centre-back Gary Cahill admits that his side are "delighted" to have Diego Costa back in the team following the striker's scoring contribution against Hull City.Jan 22, 19:15
Chelsea extend lead at top of Premier League table with win over Hull City
Chelsea move eight points clear at the top of the Premier League table with a 2-0 victory over Hull City at Stamford Bridge.Jan 22, 18:30
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