Real Madrid's Gonzalo Higuain celebrates after scoring against Real Sociedad on May 26, 2013
Chelsea to move for Gonzalo Higuain?
A report claims that Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho will move for Real Madrid forward Gonzalo Higuain if the Blues fail to sign Manchester United's Wayne Rooney this summer.
Jul 18, 15:39
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Jose Mourinho: 'No chance Juan Mata, David Luiz will leave Chelsea'
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho rejects suggestions that Juan Mata and David Luiz could leave the club this summer.
Jul 18, 15:26
Everton manager David Moyes during the Premier League match with Chelsea on May 19, 2013
Report: David Moyes bans talk of Wayne Rooney's future
Manchester United manager David Moyes reportedly bans the club's travelling contingent from discussing Wayne Rooney's future with the media during their tour of the Far East and Australia.
Jul 18, 09:31
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Jose Mourinho: 'No need to risk Frank Lampard for friendly'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho reveals that Frank Lampard's absence in the 1-0 friendly win over Singha All Star XI was merely precautionary.
Jul 18, 08:45
Real Madrid's Luka Modric celebrates a goal against Mallorca on March 16, 2013
Manchester United make Luka Modric approach?
Manchester United approach Real Madrid to enquire as to Luka Modric's availability, according to reports.
Jul 17, 22:00
Florent Malouda
Florent Malouda leaves England after six years with Chelsea
Former Chelsea midfielder Florent Malouda signs for Turkish side Trabzonspor on a free transfer.
Jul 17, 20:41
Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho on December 4, 2012
Jose Mourinho: 'Wayne Rooney is only transfer target'
Jose Mourinho claims that Wayne Rooney is Chelsea's only transfer target this summer.
Jul 17, 15:44
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Jose Mourinho gets off to winning start
A penalty from Romelu Lukaku seals a 1-0 win for Chelsea in Jose Mourinho's first match in charge since his return.
Jul 17, 14:55
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Live Commentary: Singha All Star XI 0-1 Chelsea - as it happened
Sports Mole's live coverage of Chelsea's pre-season friendly victory over the Singha All Star XI.
Jul 17, 12:05
Andre Schurrle
Rudi Voller: Chelsea striker Andre Schurrle can be "world-class"
Bayer Leverkusen sporting director Rudi Voller believes that Chelsea striker Andre Schurrle can become a "world-class" player.
Jul 17, 11:35
Chelsea's Juan Mata celebrates scoring the opener in the FA Cup 4th round replay against Brentford on February 17, 2013
Juan Mata's top five Chelsea moments
With reports linking him with a move to Manchester United, we take a look at Juan Mata's best five moments in a Chelsea shirt.
Jul 17, 11:22
Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho prior to kick-off against Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League on April 30, 2013
Chelsea's Jose Mourinho: 'Winning Europa League would be disappointing'
Jose Mourinho says that it will be a "big disappointment" if Chelsea end up competing in the Europa League in the upcoming season, despite winning the trophy during the 2012-13 campaign.
Jul 17, 08:31
Wayne Rooney
Jose Mourinho: 'Wayne Rooney Manchester United role bad for England'
Jose Mourinho hints that Wayne Rooney should leave Manchester United for the sake of his England career.
Jul 17, 06:09
Mourinho celebrates winning a first Premier League title in 2005 with Frank Lampard and John Terry.
Jose Mourinho: 'I told Frank Lampard to stay at Chelsea'
Jose Mourinho says that he told Frank Lampard to stay at Chelsea during his contract saga last season.
Jul 17, 05:19
Bayern Munich's Luiz Gustavo in action on April 23, 2013
Chelsea want Luiz Gustavo to replace John Obi Mikel?
Chelsea reportedly line up Bayern Munich's defensive midfielder Luiz Gustavo as a replacement for John Obi Mikel.
Jul 17, 03:14
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho watches his side's Champions League semi final against Borussia Dortmund on April 24, 2013
Jose Mourinho: 'Roman Abramovich was ahead of the curve'
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho believes that owner Roman Abramovich was ahead of the curve signing young players such as Romelu Lukaku and Kevin de Bruyne.
Jul 17, 00:14
Branislav Ivanovic
Jose Mourinho: 'No chance of Branislav Ivanovic leaving Chelsea'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho insists that Branislav Ivanovic will not leave Stamford Bridge this summer, despite reported interest from Paris Saint-Germain.
Jul 16, 18:23
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Chelsea's Jose Mourinho hints at summer signings
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho suggests that he could yet sign more players before the start of the new season.
Jul 16, 12:53
Aitor Karanka
Aitor Karanka departs Real Madrid
Aitor Karanka leaves his position as assistant coach of Real Madrid by mutual consent.
Jul 16, 12:24
Marco van Ginkel of the Netherlands during a qualifying match for the European Under 21 Championship on February 29, 2012
Marco van Ginkel eager to learn at Chelsea
Marco van Ginkel reveals that he is eager to gain experience at Chelsea following his recent move from Vitesse Arnhem.
Jul 16, 10:32
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho praises his team's work ethic
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho praises his players for working hard during the early phases of their pre-season preparations.
Jul 16, 09:57
Gary Cahill celebrates scoring Chelsea's second
Gary Cahill ignoring Chelsea transfer rumours
Gary Cahill says that he is focused on playing football for Chelsea and is not paying any attention to the transfer speculation.
Jul 16, 07:38
Arsenal's manager Arsene Wenger during his side's game with Sunderland on February 9, 2013
Mikel Arteta: 'Arsene Wenger gives Arsenal title edge'
Mikel Arteta feels that keeping Arsene Wenger in charge of Arsenal gives them the advantage in the race for the title next season, amid all the managerial changes.
Jul 16, 05:51
Chelsea's Eden Hazard celebrates scoring the equaliser against Sparta Prague on February 21, 2013
Eden Hazard: 'Jose Mourinho tried to sign me for Real Madrid'
Eden Hazard reveals that his new manager at Chelsea, Jose Mourinho, tried to sign him for Real Madrid.
Jul 15, 23:28
Eden Hazard is pulled back by Wayne Rooney
Eden Hazard: "Wayne Rooney would be a brilliant signing"
Chelsea winger Eden Hazard believes that Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney would be a "brilliant signing" for the Blues.
Jul 15, 23:05
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic celebrates scoring his team's second goal on December 19, 2012
Paris Saint-Germain want Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic
Paris Saint-Germain coach Laurent Blanc wants Branislav Ivanovic and is prepared to offer Chelsea £8m plus add-ons for the versatile defender.
Jul 14, 22:09
Chelsea midfielder Nathan Ake in NextGen action against Ajax on December 12, 2012
Report: Nathan Ake to snub Dutch loan move
Chelsea left-back Nathan Ake is reportedly poised to reject a loan move to Vitesse Arnhem, as he wants to continue his development in England.
Jul 14, 17:37
Chelsea's Ramires celebrates his goal against Spurs on May 8, 2013
Chelsea's Ramires targets season of the decade
Chelsea midfielder Ramires claims that the upcoming campaign has the potential to be the club's best season of the decade.
Jul 14, 17:15
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Video: Chelsea's Jose Mourinho trips during press conference
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho stumbles on a step on his way to the stage at a press conference in Thailand.
Jul 14, 13:26
Spain's Alvaro Negredo in action against Portugal during Euro 2012 on June 27, 2012
Where next for Sevilla's Alvaro Negredo?
Sports Mole identifies five possible suitors for Sevilla striker Alvaro Negredo.
Jul 14, 11:55
France's Geoffrey Kondogbia is congratulated by team mate Yaya Sanogo against Ghana during the Under-20 World Cup on June 21, 2013
Five possible destinations for Geoffrey Kondogbia
Sports Mole identifies five possible destinations for Sevilla midfielder Geoffrey Kondogbia.
Jul 14, 09:54
Galatasaray forward Didier Drogba during his side's match aginst Schalke on February 20, 2013
8am Transfer Talk Update: Didier Drogba, Pablo Osvaldo, Christian Eriksen
Sports Mole takes a look at the transfer rumours, news and gossip on the morning of Sunday, July 14.
Jul 14, 07:00
Victor Moses celebrates scoring for Chelsea
Everton's Roberto Martinez wants Victor Moses on loan from Chelsea?
Everton boss Roberto Martinez wants to sign his former Wigan Athletic winger Victor Moses on loan from Chelsea.
Jul 14, 00:12
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho and Didier Drogba embrace after winning the League Cup on February 25, 2007
Report: Jose Mourinho wants Didier Drogba to return to Chelsea
Jose Mourinho reportedly wants Didier Drogba to return to Chelsea this summer.
Jul 13, 22:16
Branislav Ivanovic
Branislav Ivanovic: 'Jose Mourinho management has been impressive'
Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic admits that he has been impressed with what he has seen so far from new manager Jose Mourinho and his team.
Jul 13, 15:18
Auxerre's Yaya Sanogo during his side's match against St Etienne on October 1, 2011
Five youngsters to watch in the Premier League
Sports Mole identifies five youngsters that could make an impact in the Premier League next season.
Jul 13, 10:48
Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech in action on March 10, 2013
Chelsea's Petr Cech wary of new managers
Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech believes that Manchester United and Manchester City could be more dangerous with new managers in charge.
Jul 12, 15:58
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Chelsea's Jose Mourinho hints at Wayne Rooney interest
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho admits that he is an admirer of Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney.
Jul 12, 15:11
Marco van Ginkel of the Netherlands during a qualifying match for the European Under 21 Championship on February 29, 2012
Chelsea's Jose Mourinho: 'Marco van Ginkel has great potential'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho believes that new signing Marco van Ginkel is one of the brightest young talents in European football.
Jul 12, 14:27
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Chelsea's Jose Mourinho: 'I have improved as a coach'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho believes that he is a better coach now than when he first left the club in 2007.
Jul 12, 14:13
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