The injured-suspended David Luiz is all smiles during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte: 'David Luiz could play against Norwich City'
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte says that David Luiz - who has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge - could return from injury against Norwich City.
Jan 2, 17:36
Giorgio Chiellini of Juventus during the Champions League final against Real Madrid on June 3, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea don't want to sign Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini'
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte says that he is not interested in trying to sign defender Giorgio Chiellini from Juventus.
Jan 2, 17:14
Willian celebrates scoring the Blues' first during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017
Willian: 'I am very happy at Chelsea'
Midfielder Willian says that he is "very happy" at Chelsea, despite reports linking him with a move to either Manchester United or Palmeiras.
Jan 2, 16:21
Antonio Conte gives instructions during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Antonio Conte wants January signings before offloading players
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says that it is "impossible" to offload any of his players in the January transfer window without making new signings as replacements.
Jan 2, 15:21
Gary Cahill looms over Saido Berahino during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Stoke City on December 30, 2017
Gary Cahill: 'Chelsea season can still be a success'
Chelsea centre-back Gary Cahill says that the club could still have a successful season, despite the prospect of falling further behind Manchester City on Tuesday.
Jan 2, 13:57
Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Antonio Conte defends Mark Hughes's decision to pick weakened Stoke City side
Antonio Conte defends Mark Hughes's decision to field a weakened Stoke City side in the 5-0 thrashing by Chelsea on Saturday.
Dec 31, 16:02
Romelu Lukaku and Andreas Christensen in action during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on November 5, 2017
Andreas Christensen on Barcelona's transfer wishlist?
A report claims that Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen is on the radar of Barcelona, who are keen to strengthen at the back over the next two transfer windows.
Dec 31, 12:43
The injured-suspended David Luiz is all smiles during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Report: Arsenal lead race for Chelsea defender David Luiz
Chelsea are reportedly prepared to sell David Luiz to Arsenal, but will first hold out for an offer from fellow interested party Juventus.
Dec 31, 12:32
Mark Hughes reacts during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Bournemouth on October 21, 2017
Mark Hughes reflects on "difficult day"
Stoke City manager Mark Hughes laments "a difficult day" after his side are swept aside 5-0 by champions Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Dec 30, 19:01
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea win over Stoke City caps off a great year'
Antonio Conte believes that Chelsea's 5-0 thrashing of Stoke City in the Premier League on Saturday "finished a great year" for them.
Dec 30, 17:47
Antonio Rudiger celebrates with teammates after scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Stoke City on December 30, 2017
Chelsea put five past sorry Stoke City
Chelsea end 2017 in style with a 5-0 thrashing of hapless Stoke City at Stamford Bridge, with five different players on the scoresheet for the Blues.
Dec 30, 16:55
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Team News: Three changes for Chelsea against Stoke City
Antonio Conte makes three changes to his Chelsea side as the Blues welcome Stoke City this afternoon.
Dec 30, 14:03
Danny Drinkwater celebrates with Willian after scoring the second during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Stoke City on December 30, 2017
Live Commentary: Chelsea 5-0 Stoke City - as it happened
Relive how Chelsea signed off 2017 with an emphatic 5-0 win over Stoke City, courtesy of Sports Mole's minute-by-minute updates from Stamford Bridge.
Dec 30, 14:00
Alvaro Morata celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Chelsea forward Alvaro Morata: 'I get on well with Diego Costa'
Chelsea forward Alvaro Morata says that he is grateful for the influence that former Blues striker Diego Costa has had on his career.
Dec 30, 12:33
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Chelsea scout Porto's Alex Telles ahead of January move?
Chelsea reportedly take an interest in Porto left-back Alex Telles ahead of the January transfer window.
Dec 30, 11:18
Chelsea's Kenedy during the Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Lokomotiv Moscow target loan deal for Chelsea's Kenedy?
Lokomotiv Moscow are reportedly interested in securing a loan deal for left-sided Chelsea player Kenedy.
Dec 30, 11:05
Ross Barkley arrives ahead of the Premier League game between Swansea City and Everton on May 6, 2017
Chelsea to make new offer for Everton midfielder Ross Barkley?
Chelsea are reportedly preparing to make a new offer for Everton midfielder Ross Barkley, who is close to a full recovery from a hamstring injury.
Dec 30, 10:26
Eden Hazard is congratulated by teammates after scoring during the Champions League group game between Chelsea and Roma on October 18, 2017
Chelsea announce £15m profit for season outside of Champions League
The sale of Oscar to Chinese club Shanghai SIPG helped Premier League champions Chelsea balance the books during the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017.
Dec 29, 20:57
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte keen to see Baba Rahman recovery
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte says that he would like to see Baba Rahman complete his recovery from injury in order to feature for the Blues.
Dec 29, 18:45
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Top-four finish will be a successful season'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says that a successful Premier League season for his side will mean finishing inside the top four.
Dec 29, 17:13
Eden Hazard in action during the Premier League game between West Ham United and Chelsea on December 9, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Important Chelsea keep Eden Hazard, Thibaut Courtois'
Antonio Conte reveals that he has held a "private conversation" with Eden Hazard, as the forward and teammate Thibaut Courtois continue to be linked with a move away.
Dec 29, 17:00
Cesar Azpilicueta celebrates after the Premier League game between Leicester City and Chelsea on September 9, 2017
Cesar Azpilicueta: 'Chelsea must keep pushing in the New Year'
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta urges his side to finish the year on a high with victory against Stoke City in their final game of 2017 on Saturday.
Dec 29, 15:00
David Luiz celebrates opening the scoring during the Champions League group game between Chelsea and Roma on October 18, 2017
Chelsea defender David Luiz prefers Barcelona move over Real Madrid?
Chelsea defender David Luiz reportedly prefers to join Barcelona over a switch to Real Madrid, if he is allowed to leave Stamford Bridge.
Dec 29, 11:19
Thibaut Courtois in action for Chelsea on November 5, 2017
Thibaut Courtois turns down Chelsea for Real Madrid?
Thibaut Courtois reportedly turns down a new deal with Chelsea and 'offers himself' to Real Madrid instead.
Dec 28, 10:31
Marcos Alonso celebrates scoring with Cesar Azpilicueta and Tiemoue Bakayoko during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Southampton on December 16, 2017
Antonio Conte wants more from Cesar Azpilicueta, Alvaro Morata
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte hopes to see Cesar Azpilicueta and Alvaro Morata continue their "great link" after combining in the win over Brighton & Hove Albion.
Dec 27, 17:30
Arturo Vidal in action for Bayern Munich in April 2017
Antonio Conte hints at Arturo Vidal interest
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says that he would "always want" Arturo Vidal in his team amid speculation of a possible January move for the Bayern Munich midfielder.
Dec 26, 21:45
Antonio Conte gives instructions during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Antonio Conte happy with Chelsea display in win over Brighton & Hove Albion
Antonio Conte believes that Chelsea put in "a good performance with good intensity" in their 2-0 win over Brighton & Hove Albion at Stamford Bridge on Boxing Day.
Dec 26, 18:01
Alvaro Morata celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Team News: Alvaro Morata back for Chelsea in Brighton & Hove Albion clash
Alvaro Morata is reinstated to the Chelsea starting XI for their Premier League Boxing Day meeting with Brighton & Hove Albion.
Dec 26, 14:02
Michy Batshuayi nabs the second during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'I do not have to explain Michy Batshuayi snub'
Antonio Conte is happy with the performance of his attacking players against Everton, as he defends his decision to again overlook recognised striker Michy Batshuayi.
Dec 23, 20:37
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: 'Chelsea needed a big guy up front at Everton'
Thibaut Courtois believes that Chelsea missed "a big guy up front" to break through the Everton backline in the Blues' goalless at Goodison Park on Saturday.
Dec 23, 16:01
Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea deserved to beat Everton'
Antonio Conte believes that Chelsea's goalless draw at Everton is an "unfair result" and is adamant that his Blues side deserved to win the game.
Dec 23, 15:06
Everton manager Sam Allardyce at the Premier League match against Chelsea on December 23, 2017
Chelsea frustrated by Everton in Goodison Park stalemate
Chelsea miss out on the chance to draw level on points with Manchester United in second, having being held to a goalless draw by Everton at Goodison Park.
Dec 23, 14:22
Everton striker Wayne Rooney celebrates scoring during his side's Europa League clash with Apollon Limassol at Goodison Park on September 28, 2017
Team News: Wayne Rooney misses out for Everton
Wayne Rooney is not named in Everton's 18-man squad for the Premier League fixture with Chelsea at Goodison Park.
Dec 23, 11:33
Idrissa Gueye and N'Golo Kante in action during the Premier League match between Everton and Chelsea on December 23, 2017
Live Commentary: Everton 0-0 Chelsea - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Everton's 0-0 draw with Chelsea, as the Toffees held on to keep their unbeaten run under Sam Allardyce intact.
Dec 23, 11:29
Ethan Ampadu warms up prior to the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Exeter City still awaiting Ethan Ampadu payment from Chelsea
A tribunal date to determine the compensation fee Chelsea must give to Exeter City for Ethan Ampadu has yet to have been set, Grecians chairman Julian Tagg reveals.
Dec 21, 21:22
Antonio Conte gives instructions during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'All of my team are playing well'
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte says that all of his players are in good form ahead of the upcoming Christmas and New Year period.
Dec 21, 16:51
Alvaro Morata complains during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Manchester United on November 5, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte: 'We accept Alvaro Morata booking'
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte says that the club "accepts" the booking handed to Alvaro Morata against Bournemouth, a caution which has led to a one-match ban.
Dec 21, 16:39
Antonio Conte gives instructions during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte: 'Not all transfer talk is true'
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte insists that not all the rumours regarding his potential dealings in January are true.
Dec 21, 16:29
Ethan Ampadu in action during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Antonio Conte: "Ethan Ampadu showed great maturity"
Antonio Conte talks up the potential of Chelsea youngster Ethan Ampadu following his solid display against Bournemouth.
Dec 21, 14:16
Diego Costa scores to equalise during the FA Cup final between Arsenal and Chelsea on May 27, 2017
Gary Cahill: 'Arsenal do not have psychological edge'
Gary Cahill insists that Arsenal will not look forward to facing Chelsea in the semi-finals of the EFL Cup, as the Blues are extra motivated to pick up victory.
Dec 21, 13:16
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