Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea showed commitment and desire to fight'
Antonio Conte is pleased with his Chelsea players for showing "great commitment" and "desire to fight" as they beat Newcastle United 3-0 in the fourth round of the FA Cup.
Jan 28, 17:14
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Live Commentary: Chelsea 3-0 Newcastle United - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage as Chelsea ease past Newcastle United in Sunday's FA Cup fixture at Stamford Bridge.
Jan 28, 12:30
Arturo Vidal in action for Bayern Munich in April 2017
Report: Bayern Munich give Arturo Vidal green light to leave in summer
Reported Chelsea and Manchester United target Arturo Vidal is reported to have been given the green light by Bayern Munich to leave the club in the summer.
Jan 28, 10:51
Barcelona manager Luis Enrique speaks to the media on December 5, 2016
Report: Former Barcelona head coach Luis Enrique on Chelsea radar
Former Barcelona head coach Luis Enrique is believed to be the leading candidate to replace Antonio Conte in the Chelsea dugout.
Jan 28, 10:28
Alvaro Morata in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Watford on October 21, 2017
Alvaro Morata 'to delay Chelsea return following death of close friend'
Antonio Conte gives Alvaro Morata permission to take time away from his back injury treatment following the loss of a close friend, according to a report.
Jan 27, 20:00
Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Under-fire manager Antonio Conte unfazed by talk of Chelsea sack
Antonio Conte admits that, while he sometimes has sleepless nights, he does not fear being sacked by Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich.
Jan 27, 13:03
The injured-suspended David Luiz is all smiles during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Real Madrid 'make contact with Chelsea over David Luiz'
Real Madrid allegedly make contact with Chelsea over the availability of defender David Luiz.
Jan 27, 12:29
Charly Musonda celebrates scoring the third during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Celtic closing in on Charly Musonda loan from Chelsea?
Celtic are reportedly close to signing Chelsea playmaker Charly Musonda on loan from Stamford Bridge.
Jan 27, 12:16
Edin Dzeko in action during the Coppa Italia game between Lazio and Roma on March 1, 2017
Chelsea 'give Roma deadline to conclude Edin Dzeko deal'
Chelsea reportedly give Roma 48 hours to respond to their offer for striker Edin Dzeko.
Jan 26, 20:12
Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri during the Serie A match against Roma on May 14, 2017
Massimiliano Allegri knocks back Real Madrid, Chelsea links
Massimiliano Allegri says that he is "happy at Juventus" and intends to see out his current deal, which expires at the end of the 2019-20 season.
Jan 26, 17:53
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Antonio Conte refuses to discuss relationship with Chelsea board
Head coach Antonio Conte refuses to discuss his relationship with the Chelsea board, who are said to be unhappy with the Italian's comments on transfers.
Jan 26, 14:22
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Chelsea trio Thibaut Courtois, Willian, Alvaro Morata to miss FA Cup tie
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte says that Thibaut Courtois, Willian and Alvaro Morata will all play no part of the FA Cup tie with Newcastle United.
Jan 26, 13:42
Antonio Conte orders the gabagool during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Roman Abramovich 'lining up Antonio Conte replacements'
Roman Abramovich is reportedly ready to sack Antonio Conte after growing irritated by the Italian's public comments, with Paris Saint-Germain monitoring the situation.
Jan 26, 10:13
Edin Dzeko in action during the Europa League game between Roma and Viktoria Plzen on November 24, 2016
Antonio Conte remains tight-lipped on Edin Dzeko speculation
Antonio Conte insists that defeat to Arsenal will not speed up Chelsea's transfer activity, as he refuses to comment on links to Roma striker Edin Dzeko.
Jan 25, 11:01
Chelsea winger Willian shoots at goal during his side's EFL Cup semi-final with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on January 24, 2018
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte: "Willian injury was decisive"
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says that the "forced" introduction of Ross Barkley played a big part in his side's 2-1 defeat to Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium.
Jan 25, 10:46
Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea unlucky against Arsenal'
Antonio Conte insists that Chelsea "were unlucky" to lose to Arsenal in their EFL Cup semi-final second leg as the opposition goals were "two deflections".
Jan 24, 22:57
Arsene Wenger watches on during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017
Team News: Arsene Wenger names strong Arsenal XI for EFL Cup
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger makes just one change to his starting lineup for the second leg of the EFL Cup semi-final with Chelsea.
Jan 24, 19:03
Jack Wilshere, Eden Hazard and N'Golo Kante in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Chelsea on January 3, 2018
Live Commentary: Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea (Arsenal win 2-1 on aggregate) - as it happened
Relive Arsenal's 2-1 win over Chelsea as the Gunners book their place in the final of the EFL Cup courtesy of a come-from-behind victory at the Emirates Stadium.
Jan 24, 19:00
Willian celebrates scoring the Blues' first during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017
Willian: 'Chelsea don't like losing to Arsenal'
Chelsea midfielder Willian says that the Blues "don't like losing to Arsenal" ahead of the meeting between the clubs in the EFL Cup on Wednesday.
Jan 24, 13:40
Arturo Vidal in action for Bayern Munich in April 2017
Manchester United to rival Chelsea for Bayern Munich midfielder Arturo Vidal?
Manchester United are reportedly prepared to go head to head with Chelsea in the race to sign Bayern Munich midfielder Arturo Vidal.
Jan 24, 10:28
Edin Dzeko in action during the Coppa Italia game between Lazio and Roma on March 1, 2017
Roma boss admits concerns over Edin Dzeko mindset amid Chelsea links
Eusebio Di Francesco says that he will "see what frame of mind" Chelsea-linked striker Edin Dzeko is in before deciding whether to start him against Sampdoria.
Jan 23, 19:55
Chelsea's Kenedy during the Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Newcastle United confirm loan signing of Chelsea defender Kenedy
Newcastle United announce that they have completed the loan signing of Kenedy from Chelsea.
Jan 23, 18:16
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea must build on Brighton & Hove Albion win'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte admits that he is looking for his side to build on their ruthless performance against Brighton & Hove Albion at the weekend.
Jan 23, 17:01
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte: 'Club will decide on Kenedy replacement'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte suggests that the club will make the final decision on how Kenedy is replaced in his first-team squad.
Jan 23, 16:27
Chelsea's Kenedy during the Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Antonio Conte: Newcastle United loan "a great challenge" for Kenedy
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte suggests that Kenedy still has a part to play at Stamford Bridge should he shine on loan at Newcastle United.
Jan 23, 14:25
Jack Wilshere, Eden Hazard and N'Golo Kante in action during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Chelsea on January 3, 2018
Antonio Conte: 'Arsenal will make Chelsea suffer in second leg'
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte admits that his side must remain "compact" if they are to avoid being taken apart by Arsenal in Wednesday's EFL Cup semi-final second leg.
Jan 23, 14:13
A frustrated Cesc Fabregas during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Southampton on December 16, 2017
Cesc Fabregas, Alvaro Morata ruled out of Arsenal cup tie
Cesc Fabregas and Alvaro Morata are ruled out of Chelsea's EFL Cup semi-final second leg against Arsenal due to a hamstring and back injury respectively.
Jan 23, 14:04
Chelsea's Kenedy during the Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Report: Kenedy undergoing medical with Newcastle United
A report claims that Kenedy has arrived in the North-East and is undergoing a medical ahead of a proposed loan switch from Chelsea to Newcastle United.
Jan 23, 12:39
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Roma shortlist Daniel Sturridge to replace Edin Dzeko?
Roma allegedly shortlist Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge as the man they want to replace Edin Dzeko, should the Bosnian leave for Chelsea.
Jan 23, 10:49
Marko Arnautovic in action for West Ham United in a 2017-18 Premier League match
Chelsea consider move for West Ham United winger Marko Arnautovic?
Chelsea are reportedly considering whether to make a bid for West Ham United winger Marko Arnautovic.
Jan 22, 17:18
Gary Neville working for Sky Sports in January 2015
Gary Neville questions Chelsea's "desperate" striker search
Manchester United legend Gary Neville says that he is "not quite sure" why champions Chelsea are so "desperate" to sign a tall striker.
Jan 22, 13:17
Arturo Vidal in action for Bayern Munich in April 2017
Arturo Vidal: 'I won't leave Bayern Munich in January'
Midfielder Arturo Vidal says that he will remain at Bayern Munich until the end of the season after reports suggested that he was a target for Chelsea.
Jan 22, 12:17
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Can Chelsea build on display against Barcelona?
Chelsea impressed against Barcelona in their Champions League clash on Tuesday, but can Antonio Conte's side build on that display against Manchester United?
Jan 22, 09:19
Islam Slimani is caught on camera during the Premier League game between Leicester City and Chelsea on September 9, 2017
Chelsea want Leicester City striker Islam Slimani on loan?
Chelsea are reportedly lining up a deal to bring Leicester City striker Islam Slimani to Stamford Bridge on loan until the end of the season.
Jan 21, 12:16
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Antonio Conte hits back at Chelsea critics after comfortable win
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte reminds his side's critics that they are unbeaten in all competitions since the start of December, having brushed aside Brighton 4-0.
Jan 20, 20:39
Stoke City striker Peter Crouch applauds the fans after being taken off during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool at Anfield on December 27, 2016
Frank Lampard: 'Chelsea a good move for Peter Crouch'
Former Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard says that a potential move to the Blues for Stoke City striker Peter Crouch would be a "great" one for the 36-year-old.
Jan 20, 13:32
Thibaut Courtois in action for Chelsea on August 27, 2017
Team News: Thibaut Courtois misses out for Chelsea
Chelsea goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois misses out through injury as the Blues face Brighton & Hove Albion at the Amex Stadium.
Jan 20, 11:33
Antonio Conte gives instructions during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Live Commentary: Brighton & Hove Albion 0-4 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Chelsea's 4-0 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion as Eden Hazard starred at the Amex Stadium, courtesy of Sports Mole's minute-by-minute updates.
Jan 20, 11:30
Barcelona manager Luis Enrique speaks at a press conference ahead of his side's Champions League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 1, 2016
Luis Enrique in contention to replace Antonio Conte at Chelsea?
Chelsea are reportedly considering appointing Luis Enrique as head coach and Juliano Belletti as director of football if Antonio Conte leaves Stamford Bridge.
Jan 20, 11:11
Alvaro Morata complains during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on November 5, 2017
Antonio Conte: Alvaro Morata will learn from "stupid" sending-off
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says that Alvaro Morata must learn to avoid the "stupid problem" of disagreeing with refs after being shown a red card against Norwich City.
Jan 19, 18:22
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