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
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Thai police close streets for Chelsea arrival
Police in Bangkok close roads around Chelsea's hotel as the squad arrives in Thailand for the start of a pre-season tour of the Far East.
Jul 12, 11:50
Mark Schwarzer
Jose Mourinho: Mark Schwarzer "perfect" backup for Petr Cech
Jose Mourinho hopes that Mark Schwarzer can provide competition for Petr Cech from the bench at Chelsea.
Jul 12, 11:34
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic is mobbed by team mates after scoring the late winner against Benfica on May 15, 2013
Chelsea arrive in Bangkok for pre-season tour
Chelsea's 24-man squad lands in Bangkok ahead of their pre-season tour of Asia.
Jul 12, 08:14
Chelsea's Demba Ba celebrates scoring against West Brom on March 2, 2013
Five players who could leave Chelsea
Sports Mole picks out five players who could depart Stamford Bridge during the summer after the return of Jose Mourinho.
Jul 12, 06:06
England coach Gary Neville before a training session on October 11, 2012
Gary Neville: 'Manchester United must not drop too many early points'
Gary Neville feels that Manchester United must not drop too many early points if they are to retain their Premier League title next season.
Jul 11, 22:33
Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates after he scored against Serbia during their World Cup qualifying match on June 7, 2013
Kevin de Bruyne keen to impress Jose Mourinho at Chelsea
Chelsea midfielder Kevin de Bruyne says that he hopes to impress manager Jose Mourinho with his performances for the club in pre-season.
Jul 11, 14:23
Ryan Bertrand
Ryan Bertrand dines with new Chelsea signings
Chelsea defender Ryan Bertrand tweets a picture of himself eating out with new teammates Andre Schurrle and Marco van Ginkel.
Jul 11, 12:20
Spain's Fernandez Nacho during the European Under 21 Championship's match against Russia on June 6, 2013
Real Madrid extend Nacho Fernandez contract
Real Madrid confirm that 23-year-old defender Nacho Fernandez has signed a new four-year contract at the Bernabeu.
Jul 10, 23:59
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Jose Mourinho pleased with new Chelsea trio
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho says that he is pleased with his first three signings since returning to Stamford Bridge.
Jul 10, 21:17
Branislav Ivanovic, Fernando Torres, Juan Mata
Jose Mourinho reassures Juan Mata, Fernando Torres of Chelsea futures?
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho reassures duo Fernando Torres and Juan Mata that he has no intention of letting them leave the club.
Jul 9, 23:39
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic celebrates scoring his team's second goal on December 19, 2012
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic impressed by Jose Mourinho
Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic admits that he is already impressed with manager Jose Mourinho as the team return to pre-season training.
Jul 9, 14:34
Galatasaray's Burak Yilmaz scores against Braga on December 5, 2012
Jose Mourinho: 'Burak Yilmaz is world class'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho hints at a possible summer move for Burak Yilmaz by claiming that the Galatasaray striker is "world class".
Jul 9, 12:56
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Where next for Christian Benteke?
Sports Mole assesses the options available to Aston Villa's wantaway centre-forward Christian Benteke.
Jul 9, 10:14
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Chelsea's Jose Mourinho: 'We must keep strong record at Stamford Bridge'
Jose Mourinho aims to keep Chelsea "strong" when they play at Stamford Bridge next season.
Jul 9, 09:12
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho at his first press conference on June 10, 2013
Jose Mourinho plans stylish Chelsea approach
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho insists that he can produce stylish, attacking football at Stamford Bridge and get results.
Jul 9, 02:49
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
Report: Barcelona begin David Luiz bidding at £30m
Barcelona will reportedly open the bidding for Chelsea defender David Luiz at £30m, but will have to pay more to prompt the Blues into selling.
Jul 9, 01:00
Pepe
Report: Real Madrid to rebuff Pepe bids
Real Madrid will not listen to any offers for 30-year-old defender Pepe, who is an apparent target of Manchester City.
Jul 9, 00:40
Liverpool striker Luis Suarez celebrates scoring his first goal against Sunderland on January 2, 2013
Report: Chelsea prepare £40m Luis Suarez bid
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho hopes to beat former club Real Madrid to the signing of Luis Suarez and will apparently bid £40m for the Liverpool striker.
Jul 9, 00:25
Gonzalo Higuain
Florentino Perez: 'No Arsenal offer for Gonzalo Higuain'
Gonzalo Higuain's potential move to Arsenal appears to be far from imminent, with Real Madrid president Florentino Perez revealing that the Gunners have yet to bid for their Argentine striker.
Jul 8, 23:06
Paris Saint Germain coach Carlo Ancelotti watches his team on December 8, 2012
Vicente del Bosque: 'Carlo Ancelotti perfect for Real Madrid'
Spain coach Vicente del Bosque believes that Carlo Ancelotti is the perfect fit for Real Madrid.
Jul 8, 12:55
Marco van Ginkel of the Netherlands during a qualifying match for the European Under 21 Championship on February 29, 2012
Marco van Ginkel: 'Jose Mourinho convinced me to join Chelsea'
Marco van Ginkel reveals that Jose Mourinho convinced him to join Chelsea from Vitesse Arnhem.
Jul 8, 11:33
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Chelsea consider making move for Aston Villa's Christian Benteke?
Chelsea reportedly consider launching a bid for Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke due to their failure to land Edinson Cavani.
Jul 8, 09:41
Portgual's Tiago llori during the Under 21 match against Brazil on June 2, 2013
Report: Chelsea to enter Tiago Ilori race
Chelsea are poised to enter the race to sign Sporting Lisbon defender Tiago Ilori and beat Liverpool to his signature, according to a report.
Jul 8, 02:23
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