Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho in the stands at Old Trafford to watch his team's Champions League opponents Manchester United play against Everton on February 10, 2013
Jose Mourinho expects more trophies at Chelsea
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho is confident that he will win more trophies on his return to the club.
Jun 9, 10:18
Xabi Alonso
Report: Chelsea to make Xabi Alonso bid
Real Madrid midfielder Xabi Alonso is reportedly attracting the interest of Chelsea.
Jun 9, 06:13
FC Barcelona midfielder Xavi during a press conference on April 22, 2013
Xavi critical of Jose Mourinho's tactics
Barcelona midfielder Xavi aims a parting shot at Jose Mourinho for the tactics he employed during his time at Real Madrid.
Jun 9, 05:34
Zinedine Zidane
Zinedine Zidane: Jose Mourinho has "special relationship" with Chelsea
Former France and Real Madrid legend Zinedine Zidane feels that Jose Mourinho has a "special relationship" with Chelsea.
Jun 9, 05:17
Porto's Eliaquim Mangala takes a throw in on November 6, 2012
Chelsea lead race for Eliaquim Mangala?
Chelsea move ahead of Manchester United in the race to sign Porto defender Eliaquim Mangala as David Moyes is on holiday, according to a report.
Jun 9, 03:33
Iker Casillas
Iker Casillas: 'I've suffered from not playing'
Iker Casillas admits that spending so long on the substitutes' bench at Real Madrid has affected his chances for Spain.
Jun 9, 00:51
New Chelsea striker Demba Ba celebrates his second debut goal at Southampton on January 5, 2013
Demba Ba faces Chelsea exit?
Chelsea will reportedly listen to offers for Demba Ba this summer, just five months after signing the 28-year-old.
Jun 8, 22:45
Angel Di Maria
Angel di Maria not interested in exit
Real Madrid winger Angel di Maria quells suggestions that he could leave the Spanish outfit this summer.
Jun 8, 13:25
Belgium's Kevin De Bruyne celebrates after he scored against Serbia during their World Cup qualifying match on June 7, 2013
Kevin de Bruyne unsure of Chelsea future
Chelsea forward Kevin de Bruyne reveals that he is yet to speak with manager Jose Mourinho over his future.
Jun 8, 12:56
Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic celebrates scoring his team's second goal on December 19, 2012
Branislav Ivanovic excited by Jose Mourinho return
Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic reveals that he is excited by the return of manager Jose Mourinho.
Jun 8, 10:17
Chelsea's Fernando Torres celebrates moments after scoring the opening goal against Benfica on May 15, 2013
Fernando Torres intends on Chelsea stay
Chelsea striker Fernando Torres insists that he does not want to leave the club this summer.
Jun 8, 10:07
Mourinho celebrates winning a first Premier League title in 2005 with Frank Lampard and John Terry.
Jose Mourinho, John Terry to hold crisis talks
Jose Mourinho will reportedly hold talks with John Terry as he enters the final year of his contract at Stamford Bridge.
Jun 8, 04:19
Chelsea's David Luiz celebrates scoring the third goal against FC Basel on May 2, 2013
Barcelona weigh up David Luiz bid
Reports suggest that David Luiz is near the top of Barcelona's list of potential recruits this summer.
Jun 8, 03:51
Romelu Lukaku
Romelu Lukaku staying at Chelsea
Romelu Lukaku says that Jose Mourinho has assured him of his place within the Chelsea first team.
Jun 8, 03:07
John Terry is congratulated by team mate Oscar after scoring the equaliser against Southampton on March 30, 2013
John Terry wants three-year Chelsea deal
Chelsea captain John Terry reportedly wants to use Jose Mourinho's appointment as manager to land a new three-year deal at Stamford Bridge.
Jun 8, 00:58
Napoi's Edison Cavani celebrates his goal against Parma on January 27, 2013
Chelsea bid £49.3m for Edinson Cavani?
Chelsea register an improved bid of £49.3m for Napoli striker Edinson Cavani after an earlier offer was rejected, according to reports.
Jun 7, 23:31
Paris Saint Germain coach Carlo Ancelotti watches his team on December 8, 2012
Arrigo Sacchi praises Carlo Ancelotti
Former AC Milan coach Arrigo Sacchi praises Carlo Ancelotti, amid rumours liking him with the vacant manager's job at Real Madrid.
Jun 7, 14:59
Florent Malouda
Chelsea release Florent Malouda, Paulo Ferreira, Yossi Benayoun
Chelsea reportedly name Florent Malouda, Yossi Benayoun and Paulo Ferreira among the list of players released this summer.
Jun 7, 14:30
John Terry returns to action as a substitute for Juan Mata against Stoke on January 12, 2013
Jose Mourinho hints that John Terry will have to earn Chelsea spot
Jose Mourinho hints that Chelsea captain John Terry will not walk into the team next season.
Jun 7, 08:32
Zenit's Hulk during the Europa League clash with Liverpool on February 21, 2013
Hulk confirms Chelsea interest
Hulk adds credibility to reports linking him with a transfer to Chelsea.
Jun 6, 21:18
Real Madrid's Michael Essien celebrates scoring during his side's match with Zaragoza on November 3, 2012
Michael Essien eyes Chelsea return under Jose Mourinho
Michael Essien says that he is determined to prove his worth at Chelsea under manager Jose Mourinho.
Jun 6, 16:50
Chelsea's Juan Mata celebrates scoring the first goal of the Premier League encounter with Everton on May 19, 2013
Juan Mata targets Premier League glory under Jose Mourinho
Juan Mata says that he is determined to win the Premier League with Chelsea next season under manager Jose Mourinho.
Jun 6, 15:00
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger on the touchline in the match against Swansea City on December 1, 2012
Arsenal hint at offering Arsene Wenger contract extension
Arsenal chief executive Ivan Gazidis suggests that manager Arsene Wenger is ready to sign a new contract with the Gunners.
Jun 6, 14:06
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho watches his side's Champions League semi final against Borussia Dortmund on April 24, 2013
Jose Mourinho: 'I'm not afraid to upset players'
Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho insists that he is not afraid of upsetting any of the club's senior players.
Jun 6, 11:42
Paris Saint-Germain's boss Carlo Ancelotti reacts on the touchline in the match against Montpellier on March 29, 2013
Florentino Perez plays down Carlo Ancelotti deal
Florentino Perez insists that Real Madrid are not close to a deal to bring in Carlo Ancelotti.
Jun 6, 10:15
Per Mertesacker celebrates scoring Arsenal's first on November 17, 2012
Video: Per Mertesacker skins Didier Drogba with skilful roulette
Per Mertesacker embarrases Didier Drogba during Michael Ballack's testimonial match in Germany.
Jun 6, 07:54
Eden Hazard celebrates scoring his team's second against Southampton on January 16, 2013
Eden Hazard "intimidated" by Jose Mourinho
Eden Hazard says that he will be intimidated by Jose Mourinho when they first meet at a Chelsea training session.
Jun 6, 05:54
Alvaro Arbeloa
Alvaro Arbeloa: 'Jose Mourinho will never return to Real Madrid'
Alvaro Arbeloa says that former Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho is unlikely to ever return to the club.
Jun 6, 00:53
Zenit's Hulk during the Europa League clash with Liverpool on February 21, 2013
Chelsea 'make £35m bid for Hulk'
Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho reportedly lodges a bid for Brazilian star Hulk.
Jun 5, 23:44
Arriving from Porto in the summer of 2004, Mourinho tells the English press that he is a "Special One".
Jose Mourinho planning long Chelsea stay
Jose Mourinho assures Chelsea fans that he will remain with the club for "a long time".
Jun 5, 22:48
Napoli's Edinson Cavani celebrates a goal against Inter May 5, 2013
Jose Mourinho keen to add Edison Cavani
Jose Mourinho will tempt Napoli into selling Edison Cavani for £40m.
Jun 5, 19:05
Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho on the touchline against Getafe on January 27, 2013
Demand for Chelsea tickets rises by 300%?
The demand for Chelsea tickets reportedly rises by 300% following Jose Mourinho's return as manager to Stamford Bridge.
Jun 5, 11:09
Manchester City's Edin Dzeko celebrates scoring against West Bromwich Albion on May 7, 2013
Chelsea place Edin Dzeko as number one target?
Jose Mourinho reportedly places Manchester City striker Edin Dzeko at the top of his transfer wishlist following his return to Chelsea.
Jun 5, 09:57
Nani
Monaco's five Premier League targets
Sports Mole assesses five Premier League-based players that are reportedly of interest to French outfit Monaco.
Jun 5, 09:51
Aitor Karanka
Jose Mourinho's assistant Aitor Karanka refuses Chelsea switch
Jose Mourinho reveals that his assistant Aitor Karanka has opted to stay in Madrid as opposed to joining the Portuguese coach at Chelsea.
Jun 5, 09:44
Real Madrid's Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates his 200th goal for the club on May 8, 2013
Jose Mourinho: 'Cristiano Ronaldo can't handle criticism'
Jose Mourinho takes a swipe at Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo by saying that he cannot handle criticism.
Jun 5, 09:02
John Terry celebrates scoring the opener for Chelsea
Monaco to launch £7m bid for Chelsea captain John Terry?
Monaco will reportedly lodge a £7m bid to Chelsea for defender John Terry this summer.
Jun 5, 08:18
Germany's Andre Schurrle prior the match against Greece on June 22, 2012
Jose Mourinho to discuss Andre Schurrle move
Chelsea will hold talks with Bayer Leverkusen over the transfer of Andre Schurrle on Wednesday.
Jun 5, 07:53
Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho on the touchline against Getafe on January 27, 2013
Tony Cascarino: 'Third place is failure for Jose Mourinho at Chelsea'
Former Chelsea striker Tony Cascarino feels that Jose Mourinho will consider a third-place finish in the Premier League next season as "failure".
Jun 5, 03:02
Wesley Sneijder
Wesley Sneijder admits Jose Mourinho "contact"
Galatasaray midfielder Wesley Sneijder admits that he is still in contact with former boss Jose Mourinho but denies he would move to Chelsea.
Jun 5, 00:31
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