Luis Enrique at the press conference after Barcelona training on October 18, 2016
Report: Chelsea, Arsenal locked in battle for Luis Enrique
Chelsea and Arsenal have both opened talks with Luis Enrique over replacing Antonio Conte and Arsene Wenger respectively, according to a report.
Apr 22, 10:22
Sean Dyche applauds after the Premier League game between Burnley and Crystal Palace on September 10, 2017
Preview:Burnley vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
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Apr 18, 16:30
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Chelsea 'to rival Arsenal for CSKA Moscow's Aleksandr Golovin'
Chelsea reportedly plan to rival Arsenal for the signature of CSKA Moscow midfielder Aleksandr Golovin.
Apr 17, 12:24
Brendan Rodgers watches on during the Champions League game between Manchester City and Celtic on December 6, 2016
Report: Celtic boss Brendan Rodgers on Chelsea shortlist
Celtic manager Brendan Rodgers is believed to be on the shortlist to replace Antonio Conte at Chelsea.
Apr 15, 10:40
Antonio Conte watches on during Chelsea's 4-1 defeat at Watford on February 6, 2018
Preview:Chelsea vs. West Ham United - prediction, team news, lineups
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Apr 6, 16:37
Mauricio Pochettino and Antonio Conte give instructions during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea on August 20, 2017
Preview:Chelsea vs. Tottenham Hotspur - prediction, team news, lineups
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Mar 30, 10:38
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Christian Purslow calls on England, France, Germany and Spain to boycott World Cup
Former Chelsea chief executive Christian Purslow urges England, France, Germany and Spain to withdraw from the World Cup in defiance of Russian president Vladimir Putin.
Mar 20, 19:51
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Chelsea to keep faith in Antonio Conte?
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is reportedly considering keeping faith in Antonio Conte for another season, regardless of the club's achievements this season.
Mar 8, 11:35
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Chelsea 'want Frank Lampard to join coaching staff, become future manager'
Chelsea legend Frank Lampard is linked with a first-team coaching position at Stamford Bridge.
Mar 2, 12:43
Chelsea's Michy Batshuayi during the Premier League match against Watford on May 15, 2017
Borussia Dortmund: 'Roman Abramovich blocked permanent Michy Batshuayi transfer'
Borussia Dortmund chief executive Hans-Joachim Watzke claims that Roman Abramovich stopped the club from signing Michy Batshuayi from Chelsea on a permanent deal.
Feb 12, 20:28
Luis Enrique at the press conference after Barcelona training on October 18, 2016
Antonio Conte reveals "great admiration" for Luis Enrique
Chelsea boss Antonio Conte says that seeing others linked with his job is not something that makes him jealous, with Luis Enrique reportedly being lined up to take over.
Feb 12, 10:23
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
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
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Feb 9, 14:52
Antonio Conte watches on during Chelsea's 4-1 defeat at Watford on February 6, 2018
Report: No discussions between Antonio Conte, Roman Abramovich
A report claims that Antonio Conte's Chelsea job is safe for the time being, as owner Roman Abramovich is not actively seeking any potential successors.
Feb 7, 10:11
Luis Suarez celebrates scoring during the La Liga game between Barcelona and Real Madrid on December 3, 2016
Luis Enrique wants Luis Suarez at Chelsea?
Luis Enrique will reportedly look to bring Luis Suarez back to the Premier League if he replaces Antonio Conte as Chelsea manager.
Feb 7, 09:24
Antonio Conte watches on during Chelsea's 4-1 defeat at Watford on February 6, 2018
Antonio Conte 'to remain Chelsea manager after Watford defeat'
Chelsea reportedly decide to keep faith with underfire manager Antonio Conte, despite back-to-back three-goal defeats at the hands of Bournemouth and Watford.
Feb 6, 16:08
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Italy concede defeat in Antonio Conte chase
The Italian Football Federation announces that Antonio Conte is no longer in the running for the national team job, despite speculation over his future at Chelsea.
Feb 6, 10:02
Napoli manager Maurizio Sarri at the game against Lazio on April 9, 2017
Chelsea 'eye Napoli boss Maurizio Sarri'
Chelsea want to talk to Napoli boss Maurizio Sarri about the managerial position at Stamford Bridge, according to a report.
Feb 3, 13:25
Antonio Conte celebrates during the Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea on August 20, 2017
Antonio Conte among contenders for Italy managerial job
Italian Football Federation chief Roberto Fabbricini confirms that Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is in the running to manage the Italy national side for a second time.
Feb 2, 10:26
Barcelona manager Luis Enrique speaks to the media on December 5, 2016
Report: Former Barcelona head coach Luis Enrique on Chelsea radar
Former Barcelona head coach Luis Enrique is believed to be the leading candidate to replace Antonio Conte in the Chelsea dugout.
Jan 28, 10:28
Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Under-fire manager Antonio Conte unfazed by talk of Chelsea sack
Antonio Conte admits that, while he sometimes has sleepless nights, he does not fear being sacked by Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich.
Jan 27, 13:03
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Antonio Conte refuses to discuss relationship with Chelsea board
Head coach Antonio Conte refuses to discuss his relationship with the Chelsea board, who are said to be unhappy with the Italian's comments on transfers.
Jan 26, 14:22
Antonio Conte orders the gabagool during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton on August 27, 2017
Roman Abramovich 'lining up Antonio Conte replacements'
Roman Abramovich is reportedly ready to sack Antonio Conte after growing irritated by the Italian's public comments, with Paris Saint-Germain monitoring the situation.
Jan 26, 10:13
Barcelona manager Luis Enrique speaks at a press conference ahead of his side's Champions League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 1, 2016
Luis Enrique in contention to replace Antonio Conte at Chelsea?
Chelsea are reportedly considering appointing Luis Enrique as head coach and Juliano Belletti as director of football if Antonio Conte leaves Stamford Bridge.
Jan 20, 11:11
Bayern Munich manager Carlo Ancelotti takes his seat during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
Carlo Ancelotti 'to replace Antonio Conte at Chelsea'
Carlo Ancelotti is being lined up by Chelsea to replace Antonio Conte as head coach, according to a report.
Dec 15, 21:43
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Report: Chelsea interested in CSKA Moscow midfielder Aleksandr Golovin
Chelsea are targeting a £15m deal for CSKA Moscow and Russia midfielder Aleksandr Golovin, according to reports.
Dec 10, 09:31
Leonid Slutsky in charge of CSKA Moscow in 2013
Former Hull City boss Leonid Slutsky to be offered job at Chelsea?
Leonid Slutsky - who was sacked as manager of Hull City at the weekend - could reportedly be offered an opportunity to work at Chelsea.
Dec 4, 18:17
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Report: Gianfranco Zola in frame to replace Michael Emenalo
Gianfranco Zola is seen as the ideal candidate to replace Michael Emenalo as Chelsea's technical director, according to a report.
Nov 11, 12:52
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Leonid Slutsky to move to Chelsea?
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is reportedly keen to bring Hull City manager Leonid Slutsky to the club in some capacity.
Nov 9, 06:57
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Roman Abramovich 'holds £500m Chinese investment talks'
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich reportedly holds talks with a Chinese investment firm over a £500m deal to fund the redevelopment of Stamford Bridge.
Nov 9, 06:34
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich 'to be more hands-on following Emenalo exit'
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich will reportedly get more involved with day-to-day duties following the departure of technical director Michael Emenalo.
Nov 8, 14:54
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Frank Lampard 'considered for technical director role at Chelsea'
Frank Lampard is reportedly being considered as a candidate to replace Michael Emenalo as Chelsea's new technical director.
Nov 8, 12:29
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Chelsea's technical director Michael Emenalo 'steps down'
Michael Emenalo reportedly steps down from his role as technical director at Chelsea after six years in the position.
Nov 6, 14:33
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
AC Milan readying approach for Chelsea boss Antonio Conte?
Italian giants AC Milan are reportedly ready to offer under-fire Chelsea boss Antonio Conte an escape route should they decide to sack manager Vincenzo Montella.
Nov 6, 10:02
Jose Mourinho winks during the Premier League game between Stoke City and Manchester United on September 9, 2017
Roman Abramovich 'invites Jose Mourinho to dinner'
Roman Abramovich hopes to meet face to face with Jose Mourinho following Sunday afternoon's league meeting between Chelsea and Manchester United, according to a report.
Nov 5, 10:42
Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Antonio Conte 'one game away from being sacked'
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte could reportedly face being sacked by the club should his side lose at home to Manchester United on Sunday.
Nov 4, 21:52
Antonio Conte cuts a frustrated figure during the Champions League group game between Roma and Chelsea on October 31, 2017
Antonio Conte plays down Roman Abramovich visit
Chelsea manager Antonio Conte plays down the significance of Roman Abramovich's recent visit to the club's training ground amid speculation over his future.
Nov 4, 15:50
Ciro Immobile in action during the Coppa Italia game between Lazio and Roma on March 1, 2017
Agent laughs off Ciro Immobile to Chelsea rumours
The agent of Ciro Immobile laughs off suggestions that the Lazio striker will be joining Chelsea during the January transfer window.
Oct 28, 12:38
Bayern Munich manager Carlo Ancelotti takes his seat during the Premier League game between Chelsea and Middlesbrough on May 8, 2017
Former Chelsea manager Carlo Ancelotti heading back to Stamford Bridge?
A report claims that Carlo Ancelotti could be on his way back to Stamford Bridge, as Chelsea chiefs prepare for life after Antonio Conte.
Oct 27, 11:40
Antonio Conte watches on intently during the Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Chelsea on October 14, 2017
Chelsea board 'growing tired of Antonio Conte excuses'
A report claims that Chelsea chiefs have grown tired of the growing list of excuses used by Antonio Conte during the club's second-worst start to a season since 2003.
Oct 20, 08:23
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