Chelsea's Hakim Ziyech celebrates scoring their first goal with Antonio Rudiger and teammates on February 19, 2022
Team News: Chelsea vs. Lille injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest injury and suspension news ahead of Tuesday's Champions League clash between Chelsea and Lille.
Feb 21, 20:00
Roberto Firmino celebrates scoring for Liverpool against Inter Milan in February 2022
Liverpool issue Diogo Jota, Roberto Firmino injury update ahead of EFL Cup final
Jurgen Klopp claims that Liverpool will "try everything" to have Diogo Jota and Roberto Firmino available for the EFL Cup final with Chelsea on Sunday.
Feb 21, 16:03
Chelsea's Mason Mount pictured on October 23, 2021
Chelsea handed double injury boost ahead of Lille game
Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel reveals that Cesar Azpilicueta and Mason Mount may both feature in the squad for Tuesday's Champions league game with Lille.
Feb 21, 14:16
Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount hobbles off injured during the Club World Cup final on February 12, 2022.
Chelsea issue Mason Mount injury update
Chelsea affirm that Mason Mount is "on the mend" as the playmaker seeks to return from an ankle injury in time for the EFL Cup final.
Feb 20, 23:08
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on September 25, 2021
Chelsea 'prepared to wait for Cesar Azpilicueta decision'
Chelsea tell Barcelona-linked Cesar Azpilicueta that he is free to take his time when it comes to making a decision on his future, according to a report.
Feb 20, 13:12
Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount hobbles off injured during the Club World Cup final on February 12, 2022.
How Chelsea could line up against Lille
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Tuesday's Champions League last-16 first leg with Lille.
Feb 20, 09:56
Kai Havertz celebrates scoring the winning goal for Chelsea against Palmeiras in the Club World Cup final on February 12, 2022.
Preview:Chelsea vs. Lille - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Champions League clash between Chelsea and Lille, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 20, 09:49
Chelsea defender Reece James pictured on November 23, 2021
Chelsea team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Lille
Sports Mole rounds up all of Chelsea's latest injury and suspension news ahead of their Champions League last-16 first leg with Lille.
Feb 20, 07:46
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on September 25, 2021
Team News: Christian Pulisic starts for Chelsea, Cesar Azpilicueta misses out
Christian Pulisic will deputise for Chelsea wing-back Cesar Azpilicueta for Saturday's Premier League fixture at Crystal Palace.
Feb 19, 14:03
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on September 25, 2021
Thomas Tuchel: 'Cesar Azpilicueta is super important to Chelsea'
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel insists that Cesar Azpilicueta remains "super important" to his side amid his uncertain contract situation.
Feb 19, 09:08
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on September 25, 2021
Barcelona 'offer Cesar Azpilicueta a two-year contract'
Barcelona offer Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta a two-year contract to join the club on a free transfer, according to a report.
Feb 18, 14:11
Borussia Monchengladbach's Matthias Ginter in action in April 2021
Barcelona 'still keen on Matthias Ginter deal'
Barcelona are reportedly still interested in signing Borussia Monchengladbach's Matthias Ginter on a free transfer.
Feb 17, 16:24
Juventus' Matthijs de Ligt pictured October 27, 2021
Barcelona 'to rival Chelsea for Matthijs de Ligt'
Barcelona are ready to compete with Chelsea for Juventus' 22-year-old defender Matthijs de Ligt, according to a report.
Feb 13, 20:00
Sevilla's Jules Kounde pictured on December 18, 2021
Chelsea 'still regard Jules Kounde as top target'
Sevilla defender Jules Kounde is still reportedly at the top of Chelsea's transfer targets ahead of the summer transfer window.
Feb 13, 19:47
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on September 25, 2021
Cesar Azpilicueta 'has agreement in principle to join Barcelona'
Barcelona close in on the signature of Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta, according to a report.
Feb 13, 12:36
Kai Havertz celebrates scoring the winning goal for Chelsea against Palmeiras in the Club World Cup final on February 12, 2022.
Late Kai Havertz penalty sees Chelsea win Club World Cup after extra time
Chelsea are crowned Club World Cup champions after a late extra-time penalty from Kai Havertz seals a 2-1 victory over Palmeiras in Abu Dhabi.
Feb 12, 19:13
Brighton & Hove Albion's Adam Webster pictured on February 12, 2022
Chelsea plotting move for Brighton & Hove Albion's Adam Webster?
Chelsea reportedly identify Brighton & Hove Albion centre-back Adam Webster as a possible transfer target for the summer window.
Feb 12, 17:49
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on September 25, 2021
Chelsea 'have two-year option in Cesar Azpilicueta contract'
Chelsea can reportedly trigger a two-year extension in Cesar Azpilicueta's contract to prevent the defender from moving to Barcelona as a free agent this summer.
Feb 11, 23:08
Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger during the warm up before the match, December 29, 2021
Manchester United 'willing to meet Antonio Rudiger wage demands'
Manchester United are willing to meet Antonio Rudiger's huge wage demands ahead of a potential free transfer move in the summer, according to a report.
Feb 11, 13:21
Juventus' Matthijs de Ligt is shown a red card by referee Davide Massa on January 9, 2022
Matthijs de Ligt 'flattered by Chelsea interest'
Juventus central defender Matthijs de Ligt is flattered by Chelsea's supposed interest in him, according to a report.
Feb 11, 13:08
Chelsea's Cesar Azpilicueta, Marcos Alonso and Andreas Christensen pictured training on August 10, 2021
Chelsea trio 'among five players Barcelona have enquired about'
Barcelona reportedly make enquiries for five players, including three Chelsea defenders, ahead of the summer transfer window.
Feb 10, 23:27
Chelsea celebrating scoring a goal against Al-Hilal in the Club World Cup on February 9, 2022
How Chelsea could line up against Palmeiras
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Saturday's Club World Cup final against Palmeiras.
Feb 10, 20:20
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on September 25, 2021
Cesar Azpilicueta 'keen for face-to-face Chelsea talks'
Cesar Azpilicueta is reportedly keen for face-to-face discussions with Chelsea as he contemplates whether to remain at Stamford Bridge.
Feb 10, 14:32
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on September 25, 2021
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta "really motivated" to win Club World Cup
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta says that he is "really motivated" to win the Club World Cup as he bids to complete the set of silverware with the Blues.
Feb 8, 15:53
 Chelsea's Andreas Christensen during the warm up before the match, January 8, 2022
Chelsea 'still hopeful of keeping defensive trio'
Chelsea reportedly remain hopeful of agreeing contract extensions with defensive trio Cesar Azpilicueta, Andreas Christensen and Antonio Rudiger.
Feb 7, 12:51
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on September 25, 2021
Barcelona 'planning double Chelsea raid imminently'
Barcelona reportedly hope to conclude deals for Chelsea duo Andreas Christensen and Cesar Azpilicueta in the coming days.
Feb 6, 17:38
Chelsea's Mason Mount reacts on January 24, 2021
Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount emerges as injury doubt for Club World Cup
Chelsea assistant Arno Michels suggests that midfielder Mason Mount is an injury doubt for next week's Club World Cup.
Feb 5, 16:04
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on September 25, 2021
Barcelona 'still in talks with Cesar Azpilicueta over free transfer'
Barcelona remain in talks with Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta over a switch to Camp Nou, according to a report.
Feb 5, 09:22
Chelsea's Hakim Ziyech celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on January 23, 2022
How Chelsea could line up against Plymouth Argyle
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for their FA Cup fourth-round clash with Plymouth Argyle on Saturday.
Feb 3, 07:36
Brazil's Eder Militao in action with Ecuador's Enner Valencia on June 27, 2021
Thomas Tuchel 'wants Chelsea to move for Eder Militao this summer'
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel wants his club to sign Real Madrid's Eder Militao this summer, according to a report.
Feb 2, 09:21
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel looks on on January 18, 2022
Chelsea in January: Smart, opportunistic, but lacking clarity
All things considered, Chelsea endured a quiet January transfer window, but can Thomas Tuchel be satisfied with the club's work ahead of the second half of the season?
Feb 1, 13:30
Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger pictured on November 23, 2021
Chelsea duo 'on three-man Real Madrid defender shortlist'
Real Madrid reportedly draw up a three-man shortlist of defensive targets for the summer, including two Chelsea players and Bayern Munich's Niklas Sule.
Jan 30, 11:48
Bayern Munich's Niklas Sule pictured in October 2021
Real Madrid 'keen to sign Niklas Sule on a free transfer'
Bayern Munich centre-back Niklas Sule is wanted by Real Madrid on a free transfer, according to a report.
Jan 28, 14:56
Chelsea captain Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on August 28, 2021
Real Madrid 'to rival Barcelona for Cesar Azpilicueta deal'
Real Madrid join Barcelona in the race to sign Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta on a free transfer, according to a report.
Jan 28, 14:23
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on September 25, 2021
Chelsea 'determined to keep hold of Cesar Azpilicueta, Andreas Christensen'
Chelsea are working to keep hold of defenders Cesar Azpilicueta and Andreas Christensen, according to a report.
Jan 27, 14:43
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on September 25, 2021
Barcelona 'confident of Cesar Azpilicueta deal'
Barcelona are confident about their chances of landing soon-to-be free agent Cesar Azpilicueta on a free transfer from Chelsea, according to a report.
Jan 27, 09:19
Bayern Munich's Niklas Sule pictured in January 2021
Chelsea make contact with Bayern Munich defender Niklas Sule?
Chelsea are reportedly in regular contact with the representatives of Bayern Munich defender Niklas Sule, who has less than six months left on his contract.
Jan 25, 12:02
Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta pictured on September 25, 2021
Barcelona 'in talks with Cesar Azpilicueta over free transfer'
Barcelona are reportedly in talks with Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta over a move to Camp Nou.
Jan 25, 09:43
Ajax's Edson Alvarez reacts on November 5, 2019
Chelsea considering bid for Ajax's Edson Alvarez?
Chelsea are reportedly eyeing up a move for Ajax's defensive midfielder Edson Alvarez in their latest search for defensive reinforcements.
Jan 21, 23:46
Juventus' Matthijs de Ligt pictured October 27, 2021
Chelsea 'make Juventus' Matthijs de Ligt top transfer target'
Chelsea reportedly earmark Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt - also linked with Barcelona and Bayern Munich - as their top transfer target for 2022.
Jan 21, 12:09
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