Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Barcelona 'closing on Jules Kounde signing'
Barcelona are reportedly making progress in their efforts to sign Sevilla defender Jules Kounde as soon as possible.
Jul 25, 13:57
Nordi Mukiele in action for RB Leipzig in April 2022
Chelsea 'attempting to hijack Paris Saint-Germain's bid for Nordi Mukiele'
Chelsea are reportedly attempting to edge out Paris Saint-Germain in the race to sign RB Leipzig defender Nordi Mukiele.
Jul 25, 10:51
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Jules Kounde 'rejects Chelsea to sign for Barcelona'
Sevilla centre-back Jules Kounde reportedly rejects the chance to move to Chelsea and gives Xavi his word that he will sign for Barcelona.
Jul 24, 11:17
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel on July 20, 2022
Thomas Tuchel blasts Chelsea players after Arsenal defeat, hints at new signings for final third
Head coach Thomas Tuchel blasts the performance and commitment of his Chelsea players during the 4-0 defeat to Arsenal in a pre-season friendly in Florida.
Jul 24, 07:17
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta reacts after the match on April 20, 2022
Thomas Tuchel blocking Cesar Azpilicueta's Barcelona move?
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel raises the possibility of blocking Cesar Azpilicueta's potential move to Barcelona this summer despite the defender's demands.
Jul 22, 22:57
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Chelsea 'expect to finalise Jules Kounde signing on Friday'
Chelsea reportedly expect to finalise the signing of Sevilla defender Jules Kounde on Friday, despite strong competition from Barcelona.
Jul 22, 09:42
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel on July 20, 2022
How Chelsea could line up against Arsenal
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Sunday's pre-season friendly with Arsenal
Jul 21, 20:05
Mikel Arteta in charge of Arsenal on July 8, 2022
Preview:Arsenal vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's pre-season clash between Arsenal and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 21, 19:53
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel on July 20, 2022
Thomas Tuchel: 'Timo Werner must earn his Chelsea game time'
Head coach Thomas Tuchel calls on Timo Werner to earn his game time at Chelsea after hinting that he was unimpressed with recent comments from the forward.
Jul 21, 08:59
Manchester City's Aymeric Laporte poses with the Premier League trophy on May 23, 2021
Barcelona 'weighing up summer move for Aymeric Laporte'
Barcelona could move for Manchester City's Aymeric Laporte this summer if they miss out on Sevilla's Jules Kounde, according to a report.
Jul 21, 08:57
Josko Gvardiol warms up for RB Leipzig in November 2021
Josko Gvardiol 'emerges as favourite to replace Cesar Azpilicueta at Chelsea'
Chelsea reportedly earmark RB Leipzig centre-back Josko Gvardiol as their top target to replace Cesar Azpilicueta, who is being tipped to sign for Barcelona.
Jul 20, 17:18
Jules Kounde pictured in March 2021
Jules Kounde seemingly confirms Sevilla exit amid Chelsea links
Sevilla centre-back Jules Kounde all but confirms his exit from the La Liga club amid reports of an imminent £55m move to Chelsea.
Jul 20, 16:58
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta reacts after the match on April 20, 2022
Cesar Azpilicueta 'confident of joining Barcelona this summer'
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta is reportedly becoming increasingly confident of joining Barcelona.
Jul 20, 15:56
Frenkie de Jong in action for Barcelona on April 18, 2022
Chelsea 'preparing bid for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong'
Chelsea are reportedly preparing to make a formal approach for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong, who has been heavily linked with Manchester United.
Jul 20, 08:14
Bayern Munich's Robert Lewandowski pictured on September 29, 2021
Barcelona officially confirm Robert Lewandowski signing on four-year deal
Barcelona officially confirm the signing of striker Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich on a four-year deal for a fee believed to be worth €50m (£42.5m).
Jul 19, 22:21
Chelsea's Timo Werner celebrates scoring their first goal with Christian Pulisic on January 8, 2022
Timo Werner 'one of 15 players transfer listed by Chelsea'
Timo Werner could depart Chelsea this summer, with the Blues reportedly looking to offload up to 15 players this summer.
Jul 19, 18:30
Barcelona president Joan Laporta during the press conference on February 1, 2022
President Joan Laporta hints at further Barcelona signings
President Joan Laporta says that Barcelona will now focus on signing at least one defender after completing the transfer of Robert Lewandowski.
Jul 19, 08:39
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Barcelona 'still hopeful of beating Chelsea to Jules Kounde'
Barcelona are reportedly still hopeful of edging out Chelsea in the race to sign Sevilla defender Jules Kounde.
Jul 18, 11:34
England and Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling pictured on October 8, 2021
How Chelsea could line up against Charlotte FC
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up in Wednesday's pre-season friendly with Charlotte FC.
Jul 18, 10:33
Lens defender Jonathan Clauss in action for France in March 2022.
Manchester United, Chelsea 'to battle for Jonathan Clauss'
Chelsea and Manchester United may reportedly do battle for the signing of Lens defender Jonathan Clauss.
Jul 15, 15:18
United States international Sergino Dest pictured in June 2021
Sergino Dest rules out Barcelona exit amid Chelsea links
Wide player Sergino Dest says that he will not be leaving Barcelona this summer, despite alleged interest from Chelsea.
Jul 15, 08:55
England and Manchester City forward Raheem Sterling pictured on October 8, 2021
How Chelsea could line up against Club America
Sports Mole predicts how Chelsea could line up in Saturday's pre-season friendly with Club America.
Jul 14, 17:00
Leeds United's Raphinha celebrates scoring their first goal on May 22, 2022
How Barcelona could line up with Raphinha, Robert Lewandowski
Sports Mole takes a look at how Xavi's Barcelona side could line up for the 2022-23 campaign with both Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski in their starting XI.
Jul 14, 09:14
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta reacts after the match on April 20, 2022
Chelsea 'will not sell Cesar Azpilicueta until replacements are signed'
Chelsea are reportedly blocking Cesar Azpilicueta's move to Barcelona until they can sign a replacement for the 32-year-old captain.
Jul 12, 22:03
Matthijs de Ligt in action for Juventus on May 11, 2022
Juventus 'yet to receive official bid for Chelsea-linked Matthijs de Ligt'
Juventus are reportedly yet to receive any bids for Dutch centre-back Matthijs de Ligt amid interest from Chelsea and Bayern Munich.
Jul 11, 14:28
Manchester City's Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring their first goal with Nathan Ake that was later disallowed on September 18, 2021
How Chelsea could line up with Raheem Sterling, Nathan Ake
Sports Mole takes a look at how title-hopefuls Chelsea could line up in the 2022-23 campaign with both Raheem Sterling and Nathan Ake in their first XI.
Jul 11, 09:06
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta reacts after the match on April 20, 2022
Chelsea 'demand £7m from Barcelona for Cesar Azpilicueta'
Barcelona will reportedly have to pay £7m to prise Cesar Azpilicueta away from Stamford Bridge after Chelsea informed the Catalan giants of their asking price.
Jul 10, 22:13
Manchester City's Nathan Ake pictured on August 15, 2021
Chelsea 'agree personal terms with Nathan Ake'
Chelsea agree personal terms with Manchester City central defender Nathan Ake ahead of a potential move to Stamford Bridge this summer, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Jul 8, 18:39
Kalidou Koulibaly warms up for Napoli in April 2022
Chelsea make Kalidou Koulibaly enquiry?
Chelsea make an enquiry to sign Napoli's 31-year-old central defender Kalidou Koulibaly during the summer transfer window, according to a report.
Jul 8, 18:28
Chelsea new owner Todd Boehly is seen in the stands before the match on May 7, 2022
Chelsea owner Todd Boehly enjoys positive meeting with Barcelona?
Chelsea owner Todd Boehly suggests that he enjoyed a positive meeting with counterparts at Barcelona on Thursday evening.
Jul 7, 21:55
Jorginho celebrates scoring for Chelsea against Brentford in the EFL Cup in December 2021
Jorginho 'wants to stay at Chelsea this summer'
Chelsea midfielder Jorginho is hoping to remain at Stamford Bridge this summer, according to the player's agent Joao Santos.
Jul 5, 23:06
Benjamin Pavard celebrates scoring for Bayern Munich on May 30, 2020
Chelsea interested in Bayern Munich's Benjamin Pavard?
Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing Bayern Munich defender Benjamin Pavard but will have to battle Atletico Madrid and Juventus for his signature.
Jul 5, 11:44
Andreas Christensen pictured for Chelsea in August 2021
Barcelona confirm Andreas Christensen signing
Barcelona confirm that they have signed former Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen on a free transfer.
Jul 4, 14:54
Paris Saint-Germain's Presnel Kimpembe pictured during a press conference in October 2021
Chelsea 'learn asking price for Paris Saint-Germain's Presnel Kimpembe'
Chelsea will have to pay £43m if they wish to sign Paris Saint-Germain defender Presnel Kimpembe this summer, according to a report.
Jul 2, 14:56
Manchester City's Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring their fourth goal to complete his hat-trick on February 12, 2022
Chelsea 'make significant progress in Raheem Sterling talks'
Chelsea reportedly edge closer to agreeing a £45m deal for Manchester City's Raheem Sterling, who will sign a four-year deal at Stamford Bridge.
Jul 2, 11:27
Barcelona's Frenkie de Jong warms up in May 2022
Chelsea 'could move for Frenkie de Jong if Manchester United transfer collapses'
Chelsea could reportedly try to sign Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong if the 25-year-old's proposed switch to Manchester United falls through.
Jul 1, 22:23
Kalidou Koulibaly warms up for Napoli in April 2022
Napoli's Kalidou Koulibaly 'open to Chelsea move'
Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly is reportedly open to a move to Chelsea as he enters the final 12 months of his Partenopei contract.
Jun 29, 22:36
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta, Marcos Alonso and Andreas Christensen pictured training on August 10, 2021
Chelsea 'put £11m price tags on Cesar Azpilicueta, Marcos Alonso'
Chelsea reportedly slap £11m price tags on the heads of Cesar Azpilicueta and Marcos Alonso, who are both being linked with moves to Barcelona.
Jun 26, 11:59
Chelsea's Hakim Ziyech walks off the pitch after receiving medical attention on February 22, 2022
Chelsea's Hakim Ziyech 'in talks over AC Milan move'
Chelsea attacker Hakim Ziyech is reportedly in talks over a summer move to AC Milan, which would see him follow in the footsteps of Olivier Giroud and Fikayo Tomori.
Jun 25, 11:18
Chelsea forward Timo Werner pictured on October 2, 2021
Chelsea 'willing to offer Timo Werner in Matthijs de Ligt deal'
Chelsea are reportedly willing to offer Juventus £38m and Timo Werner in a deal for wantaway centre-back Matthijs de Ligt.
Jun 25, 07:38
rhs 2.0


Sports Mole provides in-depth previews and predictions for every match from the biggest leagues and competitions in world football.
Argentina's Lionel Messi kisses the World Cup trophy after collecting the Golden Ball award on December 18, 2022Sign up for our FREE daily preview newsletter direct to your inbox!