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 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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 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 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
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
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 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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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 thanks "amazing" Rafael Benitez
David Luiz says that Rafael Benitez has been an "amazing" manager for Chelsea this season.May 20, 07:02
Walter Mazzarri confirms Napoli exit
Napoli coach Walter Mazzari confirms that he will leave the Serie A club this summer.May 19, 22:18
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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


