Chelsea's Michy Batshuayi during the Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Borussia Dortmund: 'Roman Abramovich blocked permanent Michy Batshuayi transfer'
Borussia Dortmund chief executive Hans-Joachim Watzke claims that Roman Abramovich stopped the club from signing Michy Batshuayi from Chelsea on a permanent deal.
Feb 12, 20:28
 Olivier Giroud in action for Chelsea on February 5, 2018
Team News: Olivier Giroud starts for Chelsea, Alvaro Morata on bench
Olivier Giroud is given his first Chelsea start in the Premier League fixture with West Bromwich Albion, while Alvaro Morata is selected on the bench.
Feb 12, 19:02
 Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Live Commentary: Chelsea 3-0 West Bromwich Albion - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Chelsea's 3-0 triumph over West Bromwich Albion, as the champions returned to winning ways in the top flight.
Feb 12, 19:00
 Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Gianfranco Zola: 'Antonio Conte is not the main problem at Chelsea'
Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola claims that underfire manager Antonio Conte is "not the main problem" at the club amid speculation over his future.
Feb 12, 15:38
 Antonio Conte watches on during Chelsea's 4-1 defeat at Watford on February 6, 2018
Gianfranco Zola: 'Antonio Conte can cope with speculation'
Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola insists that Antonio Conte is more than capable of coping with the ongoing speculation surrounding his future.
Feb 12, 15:16
 Diego Costa eats his medal during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017
Alan Pardew: 'Chelsea have missed Diego Costa'
West Bromwich Albion manager Alan Pardew claims that Chelsea have struggled to replace Diego Costa since the striker's exit last summer.
Feb 12, 13:12
 Antonio Conte gives instructions during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
AC Milan 'to end Antonio Conte interest'
AC Milan are reportedly considering ending their interest in Chelsea boss Antonio Conte and giving interim manager Gennaro Gattuso a contract extension.
Feb 12, 12:39
 Antonio Conte watches on during Chelsea's 4-1 defeat at Watford on February 6, 2018
Alan Pardew 'feels sorry' for Chelsea manager Antonio Conte
Alan Pardew believes that Antonio Conte deserves "extra time" to fix Chelsea's problems and insists that the Italian is worthy of sympathy.
Feb 12, 10:55
 Luis Enrique at the press conference after Barcelona training on October 18, 2016
Antonio Conte reveals "great admiration" for Luis Enrique
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says that seeing others linked with his job is not something that makes him jealous, with Luis Enrique reportedly being lined up to take over.
Feb 12, 10:23
 Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte: 'I am a disaster with signings'
Antonio Conte admits that he has the ability to get the best out of players but struggles when it comes to initially persuading Chelsea chiefs to sign them.
Feb 12, 10:10
 Barcelona manager Luis Enrique speaks to the media on December 5, 2016
Chelsea, Arsenal 'both want Luis Enrique'
Premier League rivals Chelsea and Arsenal are both reportedly interested in appointing former Barcelona boss Luis Enrique as their next manager.
Feb 12, 09:17
 Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Speculation will not affect Chelsea players'
Antonio Conte insists that talk regarding his future as Chelsea manager is having no affect on his players, having suffered successive three-goal defeats.
Feb 11, 18:39
 Andreas Christensen in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Antonio Conte: Chelsea miss "important" Andreas Christensen
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte acknowledges Andreas Christensen's importance after seeing his side concede seven goals since the defender picked up an injury.
Feb 10, 20:37
 Hull City manager Marco Silva during the Premier League match against Southampton on April 29, 2017
Chelsea to consider Marco Silva appointment if Antonio Conte leaves?
Chelsea will reportedly give consideration to appointing Marco Silva on a short-term contract if Antonio Conte leaves Stamford Bridge before the end of the season.
Feb 10, 12:58
 Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'I am totally committed to Chelsea'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte reiterates his commitment to the club despite persistent speculation over his future.
Feb 9, 15:17
 Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Preview:Chelsea vs. West Bromwich Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of West Bromwich Albion's trip to defending Premier League champions Chelsea.
Feb 9, 14:52
 Alvaro Morata complains during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on November 5, 2017
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte worried about fitness of Alvaro Morata
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte says that he is worried about the fitness of Alvaro Morata after the forward was ruled out of the game with West Bromwich Albion.
Feb 9, 13:59
 Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte: 'Players needed three-day break'
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte says that it was "important" to give his players a three-day break after the club's recent hectic schedule.
Feb 9, 13:49
 Antonio Conte and windswept Arsene Wenger during the FA Cup final between Arsenal and Chelsea on May 27, 2017
Paul Merson urges Arsenal to move for Antonio Conte if he leaves Chelsea
Paul Merson believes that former club Arsenal should prioritise bringing Antonio Conte to the club if he is sacked by Premier League rivals Chelsea.
Feb 9, 10:36
 Ernesto Valverde pictured in 2016
Ernesto Valverde: 'Antonio Conte has had a great career'
Barcelona head coach Ernesto Valverde praises Chelsea boss Antonio Conte for winning the Premier League last year and insists that the Italian has had a "great career".
Feb 8, 20:01
 Napoli manager Maurizio Sarri at the game against Lazio on April 9, 2017
Antonio Conte's agent: 'Arsenal want Maurizio Sarri to succeed Arsene Wenger'
Italian football agent Federico Pastorello, who represents Antonio Conte among others, indicates that Arsenal could be interested in hiring Napoli's Maurizio Sarri.
Feb 7, 18:41
 Mauro Icardi in action for Inter Milan in September 2017
Agent tips Mauro Icardi for 'biggest deal of summer window'
Respected Italian football agent Federico Pastorello claims that the biggest transfer of the summer window will involve Inter Milan striker Mauro Icardi.
Feb 7, 18:27
 Antonio Conte watches on during Chelsea's 4-1 defeat at Watford on February 6, 2018
Report: No discussions between Antonio Conte, Roman Abramovich
A report claims that Antonio Conte's Chelsea job is safe for the time being, as owner Roman Abramovich is not actively seeking any potential successors.
Feb 7, 10:11
 Luis Suarez celebrates scoring during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Real Madrid on December 3, 2016
Luis Enrique wants Luis Suarez at Chelsea?
Luis Enrique will reportedly look to bring Luis Suarez back to the Premier League if he replaces Antonio Conte as Chelsea manager.
Feb 7, 09:24
 Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Ray Wilkins: 'Chelsea players downed tools on Antonio Conte'
Ray Wilkins accuses Chelsea's players of downing tools on under-fire manager Antonio Conte during the recent heavy defeats against Bournemouth and Watford.
Feb 6, 19:22
 Gary Cahill in action during the Champions League game between Chelsea and Qarabag on September 12, 2017
Gary Cahill: 'Players must take blame for abysmal display'
Chelsea captain Gary Cahill insists that the players, rather than manager Antonio Conte, are to blame for the "abysmal" performance in the 4-1 defeat to Watford.
Feb 6, 18:17
 Antonio Conte gives instructions during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Antonio Conte gives Chelsea players three days off after Watford defeat
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte gives his players three days off in the wake of their 4-1 defeat at the hands of Watford.
Feb 6, 17:42
 Antonio Conte watches on during Chelsea's 4-1 defeat at Watford on February 6, 2018
Antonio Conte 'to remain Chelsea manager after Watford defeat'
Chelsea reportedly decide to keep faith with underfire manager Antonio Conte, despite back-to-back three-goal defeats at the hands of Bournemouth and Watford.
Feb 6, 16:08
 Chelsea's Antonio Conte and Cesar Azpilicueta celebrate after the 4-3 victory over Watford on May 15, 2017
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta: 'We are not letting Antonio Conte down'
Cesar Azpilicueta insists that the Chelsea players are not letting down manager Antonio Conte following back-to-back defeats in the Premier League.
Feb 6, 12:28
 Wayne Rooney in action for Everton against Sevilla on August 6, 2017
Wayne Rooney expects Chelsea, Liverpool to make top four in Premier League
Wayne Rooney believes that Chelsea and Liverpool will make the top four, along with Manchester City and Manchester United.
Feb 6, 11:28
 Barcelona manager Luis Enrique speaks to the media on December 5, 2016
Report: Luis Enrique closing in on Antonio Conte's job at Chelsea
Former Barcelona boss Luis Enrique is reportedly edging closer to replacing Antonio Conte as Chelsea manager following Monday's defeat to Watford.
Feb 6, 10:23
 Thibaut Courtois in action for Chelsea on August 27, 2017
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois: 'We believe in Antonio Conte'
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois insists that the players are in full support of manager Antonio Conte amid rumours over the Italian's future.
Feb 6, 10:10
 Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Italy concede defeat in Antonio Conte chase
The Italian Football Federation announces that Antonio Conte is no longer in the running for the national team job, despite speculation over his future at Chelsea.
Feb 6, 10:02
 Michy Batshuayi in action for Chelsea on August 20, 2016
Michy Batshuayi reacts to Chelsea's shock defeat to Watford
Michy Batshuayi reacts on Twitter to Chelsea's shock 4-1 defeat to Watford following his loan move to Borussia Dortmund.
Feb 5, 22:58
 Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Antonio Conte responds to questions over Chelsea future following loss to Watford
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says that his position as manager is the "same" following Monday night's 4-1 defeat to Watford.
Feb 5, 22:43
 Antonio Conte orders the gabagool during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Stan Collymore expects Antonio Conte to lose his job at Chelsea
Stan Collymore suggests that Antonio Conte will get sacked by Chelsea following a humiliating defeat to Watford.
Feb 5, 22:17
 Troy Deeney of Watford scores a goal from the penalty spot against Chelsea on February 5, 2018
Ten-man Chelsea suffer heavy defeat at Watford
Champions Chelsea lose 4-1 away to Watford in the Premier League as the pressure on manager Antonio Conte continues to grow.
Feb 5, 21:57
 New teammates Olivier Giroud and Alvaro Morata sit side by side during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Bournemouth on January 31, 2018
Team News: Olivier Giroud on bench for Chelsea
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte names January signing Olivier Giroud on the bench for the Premier League fixture at Watford.
Feb 5, 19:02
 Tiemoue Bakayoko of Chelsea is shown a second yellow card for this foul on Richarlison of Watford on February 5, 2018
Live Commentary: Watford 4-1 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Watford's 4-1 win over Chelsea, as the Hornets rallied late on to earn a rare victory in this fixture.
Feb 5, 19:00
 Ethan Ampadu in action during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea trying to build with youngsters'
Antonio Conte insists that Chelsea "are trying to build something important" with their younger players, rather than through "words or money".
Feb 5, 14:36
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