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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F20%2Fantonio-conte-chelsea_1.jpg "Antonio Conte celebrates Chelsea's Premier League win over Watford on May 15, 2017")
Antonio Conte defends £200m Neymar fee
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte defends Paris Saint-Germain for spending a world-record £200m to acquire Neymar from Barcelona.Aug 4, 13:59
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F52%2Fvirgil-van-dijk.JPG "Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League clash with West Bromwich Albion at St Mary's on December 31, 2016")
Chelsea ready to make bid for Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk?
Chelsea are reportedly preparing a bid in the region of £50m for Southampton defender Virgil van Dijk.Aug 4, 09:54
/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 'interested in signing Leicester City midfielder Danny Drinkwater'
Chelsea are reportedly considering a swoop for Leicester City midfielder Danny Drinkwater.Jul 31, 20:55
Leicester City winger Riyad Mahrez to have medical at Roma?
Leicester City winger Riyad Mahrez will reportedly have a medical with Roma after the two clubs agreed a fee ahead of a potential transfer.Jul 31, 11:27
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F50%2Fantonio-rudiger.jpg "Antonio Rudiger in action during the Serie A game between Roma and Milan on December 12, 2016")
Antonio Rudiger wants "justice" after being subjected to racial abuse in Italy
Antonio Rudiger describes joining Chelsea as a 'dream move' after being made to feel "alone" during his time with Roma when racially abused from the stands.Jul 30, 16:23
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F07%2Fantonio-conte-cheslea.jpg "Chelsea manager Antonio Conte on the sidelines in the match against Burnley on February 12, 2017")
Live Commentary: Chelsea 1-2 Inter Milan - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of Inter Milan's 2-1 victory over Chelsea in the International Champions Cup.Jul 29, 10:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F13%2Falex-sandro-juventus.jpg "Juventus's Alex Sandro and West Ham United's Martin Samuelson in a pre-season friendly on August 7, 2016")
Chelsea prepared to break record for Juventus full-back Alex Sandro?
Chelsea are reportedly preparing to break the transfer record for a defender with an improved bid of £61m for Juventus full-back Alex Sandro.Jul 29, 10:18
Juventus 'closing in on Kostas Manolas deal'
Juventus are reportedly closing in on a deal to sign former Chelsea target Kostas Manolas from Serie A rivals Roma.Jul 26, 19:23
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F18%2Fjose-mourinho.jpg "A maniacal Jose Mourinho tries to figure out how many matches his side have drawn at Old Trafford this season during the Premier League clash with Arsenal on May 7, 2017")
Jose Mourinho: 'Manchester United are not among title favourites'
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho expects his side to be in the title mix next season, but does not believe they are "big candidates" to win the Premier League.Jul 25, 21:54
Chelsea 'ready to spend £150m on three new players'
Chelsea are reportedly ready to spend £150m on bringing in three new signings before the transfer window shuts next month.Jul 24, 21:50
Cesar Azpilicueta hails Chelsea's move for Alvaro Morata
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta suggests that Alvaro Morata's transfer to Stamford Bridge is the perfect move for both the club and player.Jul 24, 16:28
Gianluca di Marzio: 'Chelsea lead Richarlison race'
Respected Italian journalist Gianluca di Marzio says that Chelsea lead the race to sign Fluminense forward Richarlison this summer.Jul 23, 15:54
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F41%2Fantonio-conte.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 reveals that new Chelsea signing could be imminent
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte expects to add to the recent signings of Tiemoue Bakayoko and Alvaro Morata with another new recruit in the next week.Jul 23, 09:29
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F21%2Fantonio-conte.jpg "Antonio Conte poses with the trophy during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017")
Antonio Conte signs new two-year contract at Chelsea
Antonio Conte signs a new two-year contract with Premier League champions Chelsea, ending talk of the Italian reportedly being unhappy with life at Stamford Bridge.Jul 18, 20:38
Chelsea 'want Atletico Madrid's Yannick Ferreira Carrasco'
Chelsea could reportedly move for Atletico Madrid attacker Yannick Ferreira Carrasco ahead of the 2017-18 campaign.Jul 17, 11:12
Report: Antonio Conte stalling on signing new Chelsea deal
A report claims that Chelsea have offered Antonio Conte a four-year deal worth £9.6m a year, but a breakthrough has yet to be reached in discussions.Jul 16, 08:34
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F26%2Ftiemoue-bakayoko-as-monaco.JPG "Tiemoue Bakayoko of AS Monaco during the Champions League match against Manchester City on February 21, 2017")
Chelsea bring in Tiemoue Bakayoko from AS Monaco on five-year deal
Chelsea announce the arrival of Tiemoue Bakayoko from AS Monaco, handing the France international a five-year deal.Jul 15, 15:50
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F47%2Fmohamed-salah.jpg "Mohamed Salah in action during the Europa League game between Roma and Viktoria Plzen on November 24, 2016")
Roma boss Eusebio Di Francesco: 'Mohamed Salah lacks class'
Mohamed Salah is criticised by Roma boss Eusebio di Francesco for a comment that the winger left on an Instagram post by Kevin Strootman.Jul 12, 19:52
Chelsea offered Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang for £65m?
Chelsea are reportedly offered the chance to sign Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang from Borussia Dortmund for £65m.Jul 12, 08:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F10%2Fdanilo-cristiano-ronaldo-real-madrid.jpg "Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo and Danilo in training on March 6, 2017")
Chelsea 'on brink of Danilo deal'
Chelsea close in on the signing of Real Madrid right-back Danilo after agreeing a £31m deal for the 25-year-old, according to a report.Jul 11, 16:34
Carlo Ancelotti issues warning to Chelsea manager Antonio Conte
Former Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti has a word of advice for Antonio Conte, telling his compatriot to continue spending this summer to keep the club competitive.Jul 9, 21:52
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F09%2Fantonio-rudiger.jpg "Antonio Rudiger in action during the Coppa Italia game between Lazio and Roma on March 1, 2017")
Chelsea confirm Antonio Rudiger arrival
Chelsea announce the arrival of centre-back Antonio Rudiger from Roma, with the Germany international signing a five-year contract at Stamford Bridge.Jul 9, 15:03
Antonio Rudiger 'in London for Chelsea medical'
Roma's Antonio Rudiger reportedly arrives in London as the centre-back prepares to undergo a medical with Chelsea.Jul 9, 09:35
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F47%2Fantonio-rudiger.jpg "Antonio Rudiger in action during the Europa League game between Roma and Viktoria Plzen on November 24, 2016")
Antonio Rudiger to Chelsea edges closer to completion?
Germany international Antonio Rudiger is to finalise his £34m switch from Roma to Chelsea early next week, according to a report.Jul 8, 10:15
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F27%2Falvaro-morata-spain.JPG "Alvaro Morata of Spain celebrates scoring in the Euro 2016 match against Turkey on June 17, 2016")
Report: Chelsea turn to Alvaro Morata, Andrea Belotti in search for new striker
Chelsea have been forced to turn to either Alvaro Morata or Andrea Belotti after being snubbed by Manchester United-bound striker Romelu Lukaku, according to a report.Jul 7, 12:32
Antonio Conte considering Chelsea future?
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte will reportedly consider his future at the club if they miss out on the signing of Everton forward Romelu Lukaku.Jul 7, 08:44
Report: Chelsea agree deal with Roma for Germany defender Antonio Rudiger
Antonio Rudiger will undergo a medical in Los Angeles this week after Chelsea agreed a deal with Roma for the German defender, according to reports.Jul 5, 12:44
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Antonio Conte 'willing to pay £100m for striker Romelu Lukaku'
A report claims that Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is keen to push through a move for striker Romelu Lukaku, even if it means paying Everton £100m.Jul 3, 19:20
Roma defender Antonio Rudiger quiet on transfer rumours
Roma defender Antonio Rudiger - a reported target for Chelsea - suggests that he intends to enjoy his summer break before any decisions are made regarding his future.Jul 3, 08:58
Roma 'beat Tottenham Hotspur to Juan Foyth'
Roma reportedly beat Tottenham Hotspur to the signature of Estudiantes centre-back Juan Foyth as the Italians look to replace Antonio Rudiger.Jul 2, 17:42
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F20%2Fleonardo-bonucci-juventus.JPG "Juventus's Leonardo Bonucci in action against Roma on May 14, 2017")
Report: Barcelona consider Leonardo Bonucci move
Barcelona reportedly consider a big-money move for Juventus centre-back Leonardo Bonucci in this summer's transfer window.Jul 2, 15:53
Manchester City 'prepare late Antonio Rudiger move'
A report claims that Manchester City will make a late move to convince Roma centre-back Antonio Rudiger to snub Chelsea.Jul 2, 10:30
Antonio Rudiger 'to have Chelsea medical next week'
A report claims that Roma centre-back Antonio Rudiger will fly to England next week to complete his £33m move to Chelsea.Jul 1, 20:45
Chelsea 'want to complete triple deal'
A report claims that Chelsea want to complete a £125m triple deal to bring Tiemoue Bakayoko, Antonio Rudiger and Alex Sandro to Stamford Bridge over the next week.Jun 30, 18:57
Emre Can picks up "minor injury" in Germany training
Emre Can is expected to miss Germany's meeting with Cameroon in their final group-stage fixture at the Confederations Cup after damaging his ankle in training.Jun 24, 12:20
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F46%2Fsebastien-rudy.JPG "Germany's Sebastien Rudy in action for his side during the international friendly with Italy in Milan on November 15, 2016")
Germany held by spirited Denmark team
Joshua Kimmich scores two minutes from time as Germany come from behind to draw 1-1 with Denmark in Tuesday night's international friendly in Brondby.Jun 6, 20:41
Premier League: Transfer ins and outs - Summer 2017
Keep track of all of the confirmed transfers in the Premier League with Sports Mole's comprehensive guide.Jun 6, 11:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F17%2F08%2Fradja-naiggolan-roma.jpg "Radja Naiggolan of Roma in action against Torino on February 19, 2017")
Team News: Roma midfielder Radja Nainggolan fit to start against Juventus
Radja Nainggolan is deemed fit enough to start for Roma against a Juventus side showing numerous changes from last time out.May 14, 17:42
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F50%2Fradja-nainggolan.jpg "Radja Nainggolan in action during the Serie A game between Roma and Milan on December 12, 2016")
Roma pair Radja Nainggolan, Antonio Rudiger on Chelsea radar?
A report claims that Roma pair Radja Nainggolan and Antonio Rudiger are on Antonio Conte's summer wishlist, as the Italian attempts to strengthen his Chelsea squad.May 7, 21:42
Manchester City close to finalising £30m deal for Antonio Rudiger?
Roma defender Antonio Rudiger is reportedly a £30m summer transfer target for Manchester City, but the Citizens could face competition from rivals Chelsea.Mar 17, 22:48
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