Diego Costa eats his medal during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Sunderland on May 21, 2017
Alan Pardew: 'Chelsea have missed Diego Costa'
West Bromwich Albion manager Alan Pardew claims that Chelsea have struggled to replace Diego Costa since the striker's exit last summer.
Feb 12, 13:12
Michy Batshuayi nabs the second during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Borussia Dortmund want Michy Batshuayi on permanent deal?
Chelsea ace Michy Batshuayi has made such a strong impression during his loan spell with Borussia Dortmund that the German club reportedly intend to sign him permanently.
Feb 12, 12:30
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte: 'I am a disaster with signings'
Antonio Conte admits that he has the ability to get the best out of players but struggles when it comes to initially persuading Chelsea chiefs to sign them.
Feb 12, 10:10
Michy Batshuayi nabs the second during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Michy Batshuayi promises to copy Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang goal celebration
Michy Batshuayi says that he will copy Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's goal celebration if he scores for Borussia Dortmund this weekend.
Feb 10, 13:45
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Newcastle United on December 2, 2017
Preview:Chelsea vs. West Bromwich Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of West Bromwich Albion's trip to defending Premier League champions Chelsea.
Feb 9, 14:52
Mauricio Pochettino during the Champions League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Real Madrid on November 1, 2017
Mauricio Pochettino coy on Arsenal's January business
Tottenham Hotspur boss Mauricio Pochettino remains coy when asked whether Arsenal had strengthened or weakened their squad last month.
Feb 8, 14:13
Michy Batshuayi in action for Chelsea on August 20, 2016
Michy Batshuayi reacts to Chelsea's shock defeat to Watford
Michy Batshuayi reacts on Twitter to Chelsea's shock 4-1 defeat to Watford following his loan move to Borussia Dortmund.
Feb 5, 22:58
Troy Deeney of Watford scores a goal from the penalty spot against Chelsea on February 5, 2018
Ten-man Chelsea suffer heavy defeat at Watford
Champions Chelsea lose 4-1 away to Watford in the Premier League as the pressure on manager Antonio Conte continues to grow.
Feb 5, 21:57
New teammates Olivier Giroud and Alvaro Morata sit side by side during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Bournemouth on January 31, 2018
Team News: Olivier Giroud on bench for Chelsea
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte names January signing Olivier Giroud on the bench for the Premier League fixture at Watford.
Feb 5, 19:02
Ethan Ampadu in action during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea trying to build with youngsters'
Antonio Conte insists that Chelsea "are trying to build something important" with their younger players, rather than through "words or money".
Feb 5, 14:36
Antonio Conte gives instructions during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Antonio Conte: Chelsea "two or three players" short
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte intends to sign "two or three players" in the next transfer window, but acknowledges that the Blues must be "realistic" with their business.
Feb 4, 17:10
New teammates Olivier Giroud and Alvaro Morata sit side by side during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Bournemouth on January 31, 2018
Olivier Giroud: 'France coach Didier Deschamps told me to leave Arsenal'
New Chelsea striker Olivier Giroud reveals how France manager Didier Deschamps advised him to leave Arsenal and move to a different club.
Feb 4, 12:09
Stoke City striker Peter Crouch applauds the fans after being taken off during his side's Premier League clash with Liverpool at Anfield on December 27, 2016
Peter Crouch "surprised" at Chelsea links
Stoke City striker Peter Crouch admits that he was "surprised" to see his name linked with Chelsea in the January transfer window.
Feb 3, 18:25
Olivier Giroud waves during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on May 7, 2017
Arsene Wenger: 'Arsenal owe Olivier Giroud a lot'
Arsene Wenger admits that Arsenal "owe" Olivier Giroud for his "exceptional" service to the club following the Frenchman's move to Premier League rivals Chelsea.
Feb 3, 15:42
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Antonio Conte: 'Chelsea must assess Olivier Giroud fitness'
Chelsea head coach Antonio Conte suggests that Olivier Giroud is unlikely to feature in his starting lineup for the Premier League game at Watford on Monday night.
Feb 2, 14:18
Nikola Vlasic and Idrissa Gueye take on Mesut Ozil during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017
Preview:Arsenal vs. Everton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole looks ahead to Saturday's Premier League clash between Arsenal and Everton with predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview.
Feb 2, 13:36
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger during the Premier League match against Southampton on May 10, 2017
Arsenal midfielder Santi Cazorla included in Europa League squad
Santi Cazorla is a surprise name in Arsenal's Europa League squad, while new signing Henrikh Mkhitaryan is also included.
Feb 2, 12:25
Arsene Wenger watches on during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017
Arsene Wenger: 'Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang deal was complicated'
Arsene Wenger admits that it was "difficult" getting a deal over the line for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who he hints could start alongside Alexandre Lacazette.
Feb 2, 09:22
Edin Dzeko in action during the Coppa Italia game between Lazio and Roma on March 1, 2017
Roma striker Edin Dzeko "flattered" by Chelsea interest
Roma striker Edin Dzeko admits that he was "flattered" by Chelsea's interest but is happy staying in Italy.
Feb 1, 19:21
New teammates Olivier Giroud and Alvaro Morata sit side by side during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Bournemouth on January 31, 2018
Olivier Giroud: 'Only club I wanted to sign for was Chelsea'
Olivier Giroud admits that he was only ever going to leave Arsenal to join Chelsea.
Feb 1, 17:49
New teammates Olivier Giroud and Alvaro Morata sit side by side during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Bournemouth on January 31, 2018
Gianfranco Zola: 'Olivier Giroud will help Alvaro Morata at Chelsea'
Gianfranco Zola tips Olivier Giroud to be an asset for Alvaro Morata at Chelsea.
Feb 1, 17:00
New teammates Olivier Giroud and Alvaro Morata sit side by side during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Bournemouth on January 31, 2018
Olivier Giroud thanks Arsenal fans for "unconditional support"
Olivier Giroud thanks Arsenal fans for "five-and-a-half amazing years" at the club, but adds that he is now "proud" to call himself a Chelsea player.
Jan 31, 20:21
Michy Batshuayi and Phil Jagielka in action during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Everton on October 25, 2017
Michael Zorc: 'Michy Batshuayi boasts extraordinary quality'
Michy Batshuayi proved at Chelsea that he is an "extraordinary" striker, according to Borussia Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc.
Jan 31, 19:45
Arsenal's Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring against Southampton on May 10, 2017
Chelsea complete Olivier Giroud signing
Chelsea announce the signing of French forward Olivier Giroud from Arsenal on an 18-month contact.
Jan 31, 16:51
Michy Batshuayi nabs the second during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Borussia Dortmund confirm Michy Batshuayi loan deal
Borussia Dortmund sign Belgian striker Michy Batshuayi on loan from Chelsea until end of the season.
Jan 31, 16:49
Edin Dzeko in action during the Coppa Italia game between Lazio and Roma on March 1, 2017
Roma confirm Edin Dzeko will stay at the club
Roma manager director Mauro Baldissoni confirms that Edin Dzeko will stay at the club this month after talks with Chelsea broke down.
Jan 31, 14:44
Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017
Olivier Giroud 'undergoing Chelsea medical'
Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud is reportedly undergoing a medical with London rivals Chelsea ahead of his proposed £18m move to Stamford Bridge.
Jan 31, 13:14
Michy Batshuayi nabs the second during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Michy Batshuayi 'agrees terms with Borussia Dortmund, Sevilla'
Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi reportedly agrees terms with Borussia Dortmund over a loan deal, but also has the option to join Sevilla until the end of the season.
Jan 31, 12:09
Michy Batshuayi nabs the second during the EFL Cup game between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest on September 20, 2017
Michy Batshuayi 'heads for Borussia Dortmund medical'
Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi reportedly travels to Germany for a medical with Borussia Dortmund.
Jan 31, 09:00
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in action during the Champions League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Borussia Dortmund on September 13, 2017
Arsenal 'accidentally confirm Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang signing'
Arsenal allegedly confirm the signing of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in a video posted on the club's website.
Jan 31, 06:48
Arsene Wenger watches on during the Premier League game between Everton and Arsenal on October 22, 2017
Arsene Wenger sheds light on Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Olivier Giroud rumours
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger reveals that Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's future will be clearer on Wednesday and admitted that Olivier Giroud could be moving to Chelsea.
Jan 30, 22:59
Arsene Wenger gestures during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on December 2, 2017
Swansea City revival continues with Arsenal scalp
Sam Clucas nets twice as Swansea City recover from a goal down to beat Arsenal 3-1 at the Liberty Stadium.
Jan 30, 21:38
Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017
Ian Wright unhappy with reported Arsenal decision to let Olivier Giroud leave club
Ian Wright describes Arsenal's reported decision to let Olivier Giroud leave the Emirates Stadium as "lose a tenner, find a fiver".
Jan 30, 20:35
Henrikh Mkhitaryan in action during the Premier League game between Manchester United and Southampton on December 30, 2017
Team News: Henrikh Mkhitaryan on Arsenal bench at Swansea City
New Arsenal signing Henrikh Mkhitaryan is named on the bench for Tuesday night's Premier League trip to Swansea City.
Jan 30, 18:48
Olivier Giroud waves during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Manchester United on May 7, 2017
Chelsea 'close to £18m deal for Olivier Giroud'
Chelsea are reportedly close to sealing the £18m signing of Arsenal forward Olivier Giroud after holding talks with the Gunners on Tuesday.
Jan 30, 18:01
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang in action during the Champions League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Borussia Dortmund on September 13, 2017
Report: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang travelling to London
Borussia Dortmund's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang appears to be a step closer to joining Arsenal, as he is reportedly due to arrive in London this afternoon on a private jet.
Jan 30, 14:16
Olivier Giroud on his knees during the Europa League group game between Arsenal and Red Star Belgrade on November 2, 2017
Chelsea 'withdraw offer for Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud'
Chelsea reportedly had a £15m bid for Olivier Giroud accepted by Arsenal on Monday, only to pull out of the deal due the length of time the Gunners took to respond.
Jan 30, 12:41
Olivier Giroud celebrates scoring during the Premier League game between Arsenal and Leicester City on August 11, 2017
Monaco 'make late Olivier Giroud approach'
Monaco are understood to be the latest club in the hunt for Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud's signature.
Jan 30, 11:07
Fernando Llorente in action  during the Champions League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Borussia Dortmund on September 13, 2017
Chelsea 'eye Fernando Llorente as Olivier Giroud alternative'
Chelsea reportedly identify Tottenham Hotspur's Fernando Llorente as a possible alternative to Olivier Giroud as their search for a new striker rumbles on.
Jan 30, 09:47
David Luiz celebrates opening the scoring during the Champions League group game between Chelsea and Roma on October 18, 2017
Chelsea 'offer David Luiz in Olivier Giroud deal'
Chelsea are reportedly willing to offer David Luiz as part of any deal which could see them bring Olivier Giroud to Stamford Bridge from Arsenal.
Jan 30, 09:23
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