Lyon's Emerson in action with Paris Saint-Germain's (PSG's) Kylian Mbappe in January 2022
Chelsea 'fail with £3m bid to recall Emerson'
Lyon reportedly reject a £3m offer from Chelsea to cut Emerson Palmieri's loan short amid their left wing-back conundrum.
Jan 28, 09:27
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their third goal on January 8, 2022
Team News: Romelu Lukaku keeps Chelsea place, Thomas Tuchel switches to back four
Romelu Lukaku retains his place in Chelsea's starting lineup for Sunday's Premier League fixture against Tottenham Hotspur.
Jan 23, 15:32
Chelsea's Hakim Ziyech celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on January 18, 2022
How Chelsea could line up against Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.
Jan 21, 15:55
Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger celebrates scoring their first goal with Romelu Lukaku on January 12, 2022
Preview:Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 21, 15:28
Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel looks on on January 18, 2022
Thomas Tuchel is right: Chelsea are tired, and the numbers prove it
Thomas Tuchel says that his Chelsea squad "need some days off" after a punishing schedule, but is the Blues head coach right to claim that his players are fatigued?
Jan 19, 14:00
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku celebrates scoring their third goal on January 8, 2022
Team News: Romelu Lukaku retains place in Chelsea XI, Mason Mount recalled
Romelu Lukaku retains his place in the Chelsea starting lineup for Tuesday's Premier League fixture at Brighton & Hove Albion.
Jan 18, 19:02
Chelsea's Mason Mount pictured on October 23, 2021
How Chelsea could line up against Brighton & Hove Albion
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up against Brighton & Hove Albion on Tuesday.
Jan 16, 12:40
Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger celebrates scoring their first goal with Romelu Lukaku on January 12, 2022
Preview:Brighton & Hove Albion vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Premier League clash between Brighton & Hove Albion and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 16, 12:33
Chelsea defender Malang Sarr on his Premier League debut against Brentford on October 16, 2021
Team News: Malang Sarr, Hakim Ziyech get nod for Chelsea versus Manchester City
Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel hands starts to Malang Sarr and Hakim Ziyech for Saturday's Premier League fixture against Manchester City.
Jan 15, 11:32
Chelsea's Antonio Rudiger celebrates scoring their first goal with Romelu Lukaku on January 12, 2022
Malang Sarr heaps praise on Chelsea teammate Antonio Rudiger
Malang Sarr describes Chelsea teammate Antonio Rudiger as "amazing", hinting that he hopes the Blues reach an agreement over a new contract with the defender.
Jan 13, 17:52
N'Golo Kante warms up for Chelsea in December 2021
How Chelsea could line up against Manchester City
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Manchester City.
Jan 13, 09:42
Manchester City's Bernardo Silva celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on January 7, 2022
Preview:Manchester City vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Manchester City and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 13, 09:28
Manchester United's Eric Bailly pictured on December 8, 2021
AC Milan 'make approach for Manchester United's Eric Bailly'
AC Milan make a 'first approach' for Manchester United centre-back Eric Bailly, according to a report.
Jan 12, 18:07
Manchester City's Nathan Ake pictured on August 15, 2021
AC Milan 'eye January loan for Manchester City's Nathan Ake'
AC Milan are reportedly considering a January swoop to sign Manchester City defender Nathan Ake on loan.
Jan 10, 16:30
Chelsea celebrate scoring a goal against Chesterfield in the FA Cup third round on January 8, 2022
How Chelsea could line up against Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Wednesday's EFL Cup semi-final second leg with Tottenham Hotspur.
Jan 10, 09:54
Boubacar Kamara pictured for France Under-21s in March 2021
West Ham United to rival Manchester United, Newcastle United for Boubacar Kamara?
West Ham United are reportedly set to rival Manchester United and Newcastle United in the race to sign Marseille midfielder Boubacar Kamara.
Jan 9, 16:07
Manchester United's Eric Bailly pictured on December 8, 2021
AC Milan 'keen to sign Eric Bailly on loan for rest of season'
AC Milan could sign Manchester United's Eric Bailly on loan for the remainder of the 2021-22 campaign, according to a report.
Jan 9, 14:47
Lewis Baker and Harvey Vale are introduced as Chelsea substitutes against Chesterfield on January 8, 2022.
How did Marcus Bettinelli, Chelsea's youngsters fare against Chesterfield?
With Marcus Bettinelli and Lewis Hall among the players to be handed rare Chelsea appearances against Chesterfield, how did they fare in Saturday's FA Cup tie?
Jan 8, 19:30
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku on January 5, 2022
Team News: Marcus Bettinelli, Romelu Lukaku start in strong Chelsea XI versus Chesterfield
Third-choice goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli features in a strong Chelsea XI against Chesterfield in the FA Cup third round.
Jan 8, 16:32
Chelsea defender Malang Sarr on his Premier League debut against Brentford on October 16, 2021
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel talks up importance of Malang Sarr
Head coach Thomas Tuchel talks up the importance of Chelsea defender Malang Sarr, despite the defender's bit-part role this season.
Jan 8, 12:34
Malang Sarr pictured for Chelsea in August 2021
West Ham United 'one of four clubs keen to sign Chelsea's Malang Sarr'
West Ham United are reportedly one of four clubs who are interested in signing Chelsea defender Malang Sarr.
Jan 7, 17:07
Chelsea's Christian Pulisic celebrates scoring their second goal with teammates on January 2, 2022
How Chelsea could line up against Chesterfield
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Saturday's FA Cup third-round tie with Chesterfield.
Jan 6, 10:11
Chelsea's Romelu Lukaku on August 28, 2021
Team News: Romelu Lukaku returns in much-changed Chelsea XI
Romelu Lukaku is one of six changes made by Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel for Wednesday's EFL Cup tie with Tottenham Hotspur.
Jan 5, 18:47
Romelu Lukaku in action for Chelsea in December 2021
How Chelsea could line up against Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Wednesday's EFL Cup semi-final first leg with Tottenham Hotspur.
Jan 3, 10:11
Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel frustrated with more injury problems during the game against Aston Villa on December 26, 2021.
Preview:Chelsea vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Liverpool, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 31, 09:36
Chelsea defender Ben Chilwell goes off with a knee injury on November 23, 2021
Chelsea to sign Ben Chilwell replacement?
Chelsea will reportedly look to sign a replacement for Ben Chilwell in January, after it was confirmed that the England international will undergo knee surgery.
Dec 28, 18:26
Chelsea forward Timo Werner pictured on October 2, 2021
Chelsea 'have no plans to part with Hakim Ziyech, Timo Werner'
Chelsea reportedly have no plans to entertain any offers for Hakim Ziyech and Timo Werner during the January transfer window.
Dec 23, 16:32
Chelsea defender Malang Sarr on his Premier League debut against Brentford on October 16, 2021
Team News: Three youngsters named in Chelsea XI versus Brentford
Three academy players feature in Chelsea's starting lineup for the EFL Cup tie at Brentford.
Dec 22, 18:49
Malang Sarr pictured for Chelsea in August 2021
Chelsea's Malang Sarr 'offered to AC Milan, Napoli'
Chelsea reportedly offer Serie A giants AC Milan and Napoli the chance to sign defender Malang Sarr in January.
Dec 22, 00:03
Chelsea forward Kai Havertz goes off injured against West Ham United on December 4, 2021.
How Chelsea could line up against Brentford
Sports Mole looks at how Chelsea could line up for Wednesday's EFL Cup quarter-final clash with West London rivals Brentford.
Dec 20, 22:20
A disappointed Thomas Tuchel during Chelsea's defeat to West Ham United on December 4, 2021.
Preview:Brentford vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's EFL Cup clash between Brentford and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 20, 22:02
Chelsea's Jorginho celebrates scoring their first goal with Marcos Alonso on November 28, 2021
How Chelsea could line up against Leeds United
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Saturday's Premier League clash with Leeds United.
Dec 9, 14:14
Kepa Arrizabalaga pictured on July 14, 2020
Team News: Kepa Arrizabalaga, Malang Sarr, Ross Barkley start for Chelsea in Zenit
Kepa Arrizabalaga and Malang Sarr feature in the Chelsea starting lineup for Wednesday's Champions League fixture at Zenit St Petersburg.
Dec 8, 16:29
Andreas Christensen pictured for Chelsea in August 2021
AC Milan 'lining up January swoop for Chelsea's Andreas Christensen'
Serie A leaders AC Milan are reportedly interested in signing Chelsea defender Andreas Christensen in the January transfer window.
Dec 7, 23:50
Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel during the game with Watford on December 1, 2021.
Thomas Tuchel: 'I will rotate Chelsea squad for Zenit St Petersburg game'
Head coach Thomas Tuchel reveals that there is "a huge chance" that he rotates his Chelsea squad for the Champions League fixture against Zenit St Petersburg.
Dec 7, 13:15
Chelsea head coach Thomas Tuchel during the game with Watford on December 1, 2021.
How Chelsea could line up against Zenit St Petersburg
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Chelsea could line up for Wednesday's Champions League clash with Zenit St Petersburg.
Dec 6, 16:20
Malang Sarr pictured for Chelsea in August 2021
Inter Milan 'closing in on deal for Chelsea's Malang Sarr'
Inter Milan close in on a deal to sign Malang Sarr on loan from Chelsea, according to a report.
Nov 30, 09:19
Former Aston Villa manager Dean Smith, November 5, 2021
Five players Norwich City could sign in January
Sports Mole takes a look at five potential transfer targets for Norwich City in the upcoming January window.
Nov 15, 14:09
Chelsea midfielder Ross Barkley in action against Burnley on November 6, 2021.
Chelsea could raise £17m from player sales in January
Chelsea could raise £17m from selling as many as three players during the January transfer window.
Nov 8, 12:37
Chelsea defender Malang Sarr on his Premier League debut against Brentford on October 16, 2021
Agent backs Malang Sarr to be a success at Chelsea
Agent Federico Pastorello says that he expects Malang Sarr to be a success at Chelsea, potentially after another loan spell away from Stamford Bridge.
Oct 28, 13:11
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