Martin Skrtel
Agent: Martin Skrtel move to Napoli "impossible"
Martin Skrtel's agent has confirmed that a move to Napoli to link up with former boss Rafael Benitez would be "impossible".
May 29, 00:40
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles prior to kick-off against Sparta Prague on February 21, 2013
Chelsea issue thanks to Rafael Benitez
Chelsea thank interim manager Rafael Benitez for the success that he achieved during his stint with the club.
May 28, 18:28
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles prior to kick-off against Sparta Prague on February 21, 2013
Rafael Benitez "excited" to take Napoli forward
Rafael Benitez says that he is "excited" to embark on a new career with Napoli after signing a two-year deal.
May 28, 10:29
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez smiles during the match against Stoke on January 12, 2013
Rafael Benitez confirmed as Napoli manager
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis confirms that Rafael Benitez has agreed a deal to become the club's new manager, replacing the San Siro-bound Walter Mazzarri.
May 27, 19:28
 Marco van Ginkel of the Netherlands during a qualifying match for the European Under 21 Championship on February 29, 2012
Chelsea 'poised to bring Marco van Ginkel to Stamford Bridge'
Chelsea reportedly secure a deal to bring Vitesse Arnhem midfielder Marco van Ginkel to the club during the summer transfer window.
May 27, 08:48
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez pleased with Chelsea reign
Former Chelsea manager Rafael Benitez admits that he wishes fans had been more patient with him at the start of his tenure.
May 27, 02:06
 David Luiz with Rafael Benitez at a press conference on March 6, 2013
David Luiz praises Rafael Benitez for "good season"
Defender David Luiz insists that Rafael Benitez deserves credit for masterminding "a good season" at Chelsea.
May 26, 23:49
 Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez gestures from the sideline during his side's match with West Brom on March 2, 2013
Rafael Benitez wants Champions League football at next job
Rafael Benitez says that he wants to manage at a club who are in the Champions League next season after his stint as Chelsea manager ended last night in New York.
May 26, 08:48
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez on the touchline against Arsenal on January 20, 2013
Fernando Torres: 'Rafael Benitez made Chelsea better'
Chelsea striker Fernando Torres believes Rafael Benitez did a good job at Stamford Bridge under difficult circumstances.
May 26, 07:43
 New Chelsea striker Demba Ba celebrates his second debut goal at Southampton on January 5, 2013
Demba Ba "not rivals" with Fernando Torres
Chelsea striker Demba Ba insists that he is not a rival of teammate Fernando Torres.
May 25, 12:39
 Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during the match against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Aurelio De Laurentiis backtracks on Rafael Benitez announcement
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis says that he is not able to confirm the name of the club's new manager yet.
May 24, 20:56
 Inter boss Andrea Stramaccioni on the touchline during the match against Roma on January 23, 2013
Andrea Stramaccioni out, Walter Mazzarri in for Inter Milan
Inter Milan sack manager Andrea Stramaccioni and have replaced him with former Napoli coach Walter Mazzarri.
May 24, 18:39
 Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the FA Cup quarter final clash with Manchester United on March 10, 2013
Rafael Benitez 'agrees two-year contract to become Napoli boss'
Rafael Benitez agrees to become Napoli manager on a two-year contract, according to the club's president Aurelio De Laurentiis.
May 24, 16:37
 Manchester City's Carlos Tevez shows his frustration during the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Match Analysis: Chelsea 3-4 Manchester City
Sports Mole dissects the post-season clash between Chelsea and Manchester City in St Louis, which featured seven goals and a stoppage-time winner.
May 24, 03:16
 Edin Dzeko celebrates after scoring the opener against Norwich on December 29, 2012
Live Commentary: Chelsea 3-4 Manchester City - as it happened
Sports Mole's live coverage of the post-season friendly between Chelsea and Manchester City in St Louis, Missouri.
May 24, 00:00
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Fernando Torres: 'We must respect Rafael Benitez'
Chelsea striker Fernando Torres believes that interim manager Rafael Benitez should be respected ahead of his departure from the club.
May 23, 19:53
 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
Report: Jose Mourinho agrees four-year Chelsea deal
Jose Mourinho agrees a four-year deal with Chelsea worth £250,000 a week and will fly to London next month, according to reports.
May 23, 06:37
 Gary Cahill
Gary Cahill pleased with Chelsea's end to the season
Chelsea defender Gary Cahill believes that the club should be pleased with the way they finished the season.
May 22, 16:38
 Napoli coach Walter Mazzarri react during the match against Parma on January 27, 2013
Napoli president reveals managerial candidates
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis reveals a number of names that he has contacted about becoming the club's next coach.
May 22, 15:54
 Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring the equalising goal in the Premier League clash with Aston Villa on May 11, 2013
Frank Lampard: 'Players give Chelsea stability'
Frank Lampard says that the Chelsea players have added stability to despite all the managerial changes.
May 22, 07:04
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off in the FA Cup fourth round tie against Brentford on January 27, 2013
Report: Rafael Benitez approached by Paris Saint-Germain
Paris Saint-Germain reportedly approach Rafael Benitez for talks about becoming their new manager.
May 22, 06:14
 Phil Neville
Phil Neville linked with senior Stoke City role
Stoke City chairman Peter Coates reportedly wants Phil Neville to take up a senior coaching position at the Britannia Stadium next season.
May 22, 03:45
 Chelsea manager Rafa Benitez - in front of Frank Lampard - on the bench at Carrow Road on December 26, 2012
Frank Lampard admits relationship struggles with Rafael Benitez
Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard admits that he found it difficult to build a relationship with Rafael Benitez during his tenure at Chelsea.
May 22, 01:06
 Roberto Di Matteo
Next Stoke City manager: Five contenders
Sports Mole casts its eye over five of the early frontrunners for the now-vacant manager's post at Stoke City.
May 21, 21:17
 Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic is mobbed by team mates after scoring the late winner against Benfica on May 15, 2013
End-of-season report: Chelsea
Sports Mole looks back at Chelsea's marathon campaign that has seen play as many as 69 games.
May 21, 14:03
 Napoli's Edinson Cavani celebrates a goal against Inter May 5, 2013
Napoli hold talks with Manchester City over Edin Dzeko, Edinson Cavani swap
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis reveals that the club held talks with Manchester City over a potential swap deal involving Edin Dzeko and Edinson Cavani.
May 21, 09:50
 Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez during the match against FC Basel on April 25, 2013
Napoli deny holding talks with Rafael Benitez
Napoli president Aurelio De Laurentiis refutes reports that the club held talks with Rafael Benitez over becoming their new manager.
May 21, 09:40
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off in the FA Cup fourth round tie against Brentford on January 27, 2013
Fernando Torres: 'Rafael Benitez deserves credit'
Fernando Torres says that Rafael Benitez deserves respect for operating in difficult circumstances at Chelsea.
May 21, 07:16
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Agent: 'Rafael Benitez open to Napoli move'
Rafael Benitez's agent reiterates that the Spaniard could become the new Napoli coach if he is offered the job.
May 20, 16:57
 Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech in action on March 10, 2013
Petr Cech wants new manager in place quickly
Chelsea goalkeeper Petr Cech wants his side's new manager in place quickly so that they can start preparation for the new season as soon as possible.
May 20, 16:45
 David Luiz with Rafael Benitez at a press conference on March 6, 2013
David Luiz thanks "amazing" Rafael Benitez
David Luiz says that Rafael Benitez has been an "amazing" manager for Chelsea this season.
May 20, 07:02
 Napoli coach Walter Mazzarri react during the match against Fiorentina on January 20, 2013
Walter Mazzarri confirms Napoli exit
Napoli coach Walter Mazzari confirms that he will leave the Serie A club this summer.
May 19, 22:18
 Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini during the FA Cup Final on May 11, 2013
Ian Holloway critical of Chelsea, Manchester City
Crystal Palace manager Ian Holloway is critical of Manchester City and Chelsea's treatment of Roberto Mancini and Rafael Benitez respectively.
May 19, 21:13
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off in the FA Cup fourth round tie against Brentford on January 27, 2013
Rafael Benitez proud of Chelsea reign
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez insists that he is proud of his spell at the club following Sunday's win over Everton on the last day of the Premier League season.
May 19, 18:05
 Chelsea's Juan Mata celebrates scoring the first goal of the Premier League encounter with Everton on May 19, 2013
Chelsea edge out Everton
Fernando Torres scores late in the game to hand Chelsea all three points against Everton at Stamford Bridge.
May 19, 16:54
 Chelsea's Fernando Torres celebrates scoring against Everton on May 19, 2013
Live Commentary: Chelsea 2-1 Everton - as it happened
Sports Mole's minute-by-minute coverage of Chelsea's 2-1 win over Everton at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League.
May 19, 14:00
 Liverpool's Jamie Carragher in action on March 10, 2013
Jamie Carragher: 'I should have won more at Liverpool'
Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher feels that he should have won more trophies during his time with the club.
May 19, 06:41
 Fans hold up banners regarding Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez before their match with West Bromwich Albion on March 2, 2013
Ron Harris: 'Rafael Benitez has done very well'
Benitez's tenure at Chelsea can be considered a success, according to former club captain Ron Harris.
May 18, 13:05
 Chelsea boss Rafa Benitez on the touchline during the FA Cup quarter final clash with Manchester United on March 10, 2013
Rafael Benitez: "I have a lot of respect for Everton"
Rafael Benitez says that his reign as Liverpool manager means that taking over at Everton would be difficult.
May 18, 03:32
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Jamie Carragher: 'Rafael Benitez would succeed at Everton'
Rafael Benitez would be a good appointment for Everton, according to Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher.
May 18, 03:09
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