Tag: Chelsea FC

Chelsea Football Club is a professional football club based in London, England. Founded in 1905, Chelsea currently compete in the Premier League, the top tier of English football. The club has won six Premier League titles, eight FA Cups, five League Cups, and four FA Community Shields, as well as a number of European and international competitions. Chelsea’s home ground is Stamford Bridge, which has a capacity of over 40,000 spectators.

Simeone meets with Dybala as Manchester United make offer

Atletico Madrid’s manager, Diego Simeone, has met with Paulo Dybala to sound him out about a move to La Liga to replace Antoine Griezmann who is expected to leave this summer for Barcelona.

Who are the favourites to sign Shaw after latest Mourinho fall-out?

Luke Shaw is edging closer to the exit at Manchester United, based on his expiring contract and poor relationship with Jose Mourinho, but who could he join next?

Luis Enrique stalls Chelsea hoping for Arsenal call

Former Barcelona manager, Luis Enrique, is reportedly stalling Chelsea in the hopes that Arsenal come calling according to an exclusive in the Star on Sunday.

Surprising Arsenal player makes Top 10 passers list

Arsenal have one player in the top 10 most accurate passers in the Premier League this season, and rather surprisingly that player is Nacho Monreal.
Aaron Ramsey, Hattrick hero v Everton

Chelsea want Aaron Ramsey who gives alarming contract update

Chelsea are reportedly planning to move for Aaron Ramsey as the Welshman closes in on his final 12 months of his contract with Arsenal still to offer him a new one.
BARCELONA, SPAIN - MARCH 14: Willian of Chelsea FC looks on during the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 Second Leg match FC Barcelona and Chelsea FC at Camp Nou on March 14, 2018 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by David Ramos/Getty Images)

Former scout reveals how Arsenal missed out on Willian

Former Arsenal scout Daniel Musatti claims that he tried to get the club to sign Willian in 2006 but Arsene Wenger wasn't interested.
Olivier Giroud after signing for Chelsea in January 2018

4 of the weirdest decisions Arsenal made this season

When Arsenal tied Arsene Wenger down to another two-year extension at the end of last season, fans thought the decision pretty weird considering the state of the club, but little did we know this was only the beginning.
Kalidou Koulibaly (Photo by Francesco Pecoraro/Getty Images)

Arsenal will have fight to sign Koulibaly

Arsenal will have to fight off interest from Chelsea and Manchester United if they want to sign Kalidou Koulibaly from Napoli this summer, according to reports.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 10: Arsene Wenger of Arsenal looks on during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on February 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Laurens: PSG don’t want Wenger

French football expert Julien Laurens says Paris Saint-Germain need a better manager than Unai Emery, but they don't want Arsene Wenger, they want Antonio Conte or Mauricio Pochettino.
Wenger's face during a post-match interview before Arsenal signed Mesut Ozil in 2013

How Arsenal & Chelsea could prevent Spurs from getting Champions League football

Believe it or not, Arsenal could still find a way to prevent Spurs from getting Champions League football next season.

Only 1 Arsenal player makes Premier League top 30

Nacho Monreal is Arsenal's best player this season and the only player to make the top 30 in the league, according to the Sky Sports power rankings.

Arsenal fans fooled by fake stat about Petr Čech

Arsenal fans were fooled this week by a fake statistic about Petr Čech's form with the club and former employers, Chelsea.
SWANSEA, WALES - JANUARY 30: Petr Cech of Arsenal reacts after Jordan Ayew of Swansea City (not pictured) scored his sides second goal during the Premier League match between Swansea City and Arsenal at Liberty Stadium on January 30, 2018 in Swansea, Wales. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Petr Čech 9th best keeper this season

Petr Čech is the ninth best goalkeeper in the Premier League this season, according to the CIES Football Observatory's analysis.

Sir Chips: Arsenal won’t change financial strategy to win league

Sir Chips Keswick says Arsenal are committed to fighting for the Premier League title, but won't change their financial policy to do so.

Arsenal revenues overtake Paris Saint-Germain but it won’t last

Arsenal are up to sixth in Deloitte's Football Money League, ahead of Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea, based on the most recent full season's figures.

Robson: Wilshere should leave Arsenal unless Conte replaces Wenger

Stewart Robson thinks Jack Wilshere should only stay at Arsenal if Chelsea manager Antonio Conte takes over from Arsene Wenger.

From Spain: Ousmane Dembele to snub Arsenal in favour of Chelsea loan move

Even though Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has reportedly urged Arsenal to sign his former Dortmund teammate Ousmane Dembele, the 20-year-old allegedly wants to join Chelsea on loan instead.

Chelsea scout admits following Özyakup

Chelsea scout Eddie Newton tells Turkish media they've followed Besiktas midfielder Oguzhan Özyakup in the past, and he thinks the 25-year-old will suit Arsenal.

Leon Bailey happy at Bayer Leverkusen – for now

It's been a month since Arsenal were last linked with lightning-quick Bayer Leverkusen winger, Leon Bailey, but the 20-year-old has finally broken his silence over a potential move... and it's not great news.
Olivier Giroud after signing for Chelsea in January 2018

Olivier Giroud makes remarkable Arsene Wenger statement

Olivier Giroud says Arsene Wenger would have been 'pissed off' had he not gone to the World Cup and although Dortmund offered him more money, he preferred to go to Chelsea and Wenger was happy to help.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 10: Abdoulaye Doucoure of Watford in action during the Premier League match between West Ham United and Watford at London Stadium on February 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images)

Doucoure: I prefer Arsenal over Spurs

Abdoulaye Doucoure told French TV that Arsenal, Spurs and Liverpool are all interested in signing him, but he has a preference for joining Arsene Wenger at the Emirates.

Historic Arsenal kit change won’t top up new Emirates deal enough

Arsenal are looking to gain on Manchester United and Chelsea with a new Emirates shirt sponsorship deal that also allows for a sleeve sponsor but it's still going to leave them some way off the pace.

Arsenal and Chelsea keep eye on Shaw’s contract situation as negotiations stall

Arsenal and Chelsea are both reportedly following Luke Shaw's situation closely, as contract talks between Manchester United and the left-back stall.

Roma sporting director confirms January interest in Giroud

Roma's sporting director Monchi has said that he would have tried to sign Olivier Giroud had Edin Dzeko joined Chelsea. 
Olivier Giroud after signing for Chelsea in January 2018

Giroud happy at ‘perfect’ Chelsea after memorable 1st start

Olivier Giroud feels he had to leave Arsenal for Chelsea, and has already shown what he's all about in his home debut.

Ronaldo agent to make pointless Arsenal contact

Cristiano Ronaldo wants to return to the Premier League if he leaves Real Madrid this summer but rather than re-join Manchester United, the forward reportedly wants to play for a London club.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 03: Hector Bellerin of Arsenal celebrates after scoring his sides second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Emirates Stadium on January 3, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Manchester United lead as Arsenal 4th for youth products in Premier League

Arsenal have the fourth most academy products playing in the Premier League this season, but they're a way off Manchester United in first.

Manchester City have most expensive squad in football history: Arsenal can’t compete

Manchester City have assembled the most expensive squad in football history, according to analysis by the CIES Football Observatory.
Thierry Henry

Henry says Arsenal need to focus on Europa League rather than top 4

Thierry Henry says Arsenal need to focus on the Europa League, after the weekend's results. Meanwhile, Eden Hazard says his brace for Chelsea on Monday was inspired by the former Gunner.

Bad news for Arsenal fans as connected pundit shatters hope of new manager

According to reports from Spain, Luis Enrique could become the next Arsenal manager, even though the ex-Barcelona boss is tipped to take over from Antonio Conte at Chelsea and Arsenal aren't ready to get rid of Arsene Wenger.
LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 10: Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal reacts following a missed chance during the Premier League match between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal at Wembley Stadium on February 10, 2018 in London, England. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images)

Arsenal 3rd highest big chance misses

Only Manchester City and Liverpool have missed more big chances than Arsenal this season as they demonstrate the power of creating chances.

Chelsea one of top-5 favourites to sign Lacazette

Chelsea are one of the top five teams most likely to sign Alexandre Lacazette next, according to bookmakers. Ligue 1 Monaco are the surprise favourites.

Arsene Wenger confirms no intention of following Jose Mourinho’s approach

Arsene Wenger says he won't prioritise the Europa League over domestic football, as Arsenal attempt to qualify for next season's Champions League.

L’Equipe label Lacazette the ‘new Giroud’

Sunday's edition of L'Equipe has described Alexandre Lacazette as the 'new Giroud' after his poor 25-minute performance against Tottenham.
Olivier Giroud after signing for Chelsea in January 2018

Giroud’s Chelsea move now looking even smarter after injury news

Olivier Giroud's move to Chelsea is starting to look like a smart move, after Antonio Conte admitted he doesn't know when Alvaro Morata might return from injury.

Arsenal 3rd highest top 6 net spend since Klopp joined Liverpool

Arsenal have the third highest net spend of the big-six clubs since Jurgen Klopp joined Liverpool, but the Gunners are still way behind both Manchester sides.

Raul Sanllehi gives Arsenal manager chase advantage over Chelsea

Arsenal could replace Arsene Wenger with Luis Enrique this summer and they have the advantage over Chelsea if they decide to do so, according to a report in Spain.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 17: Aaron Ramsey celebrates scoring Arsenal's 3rd goal with Kieran Gibbs during the match between Arsenal and Hull City in the FA Cup Final at Wembley Stadium on May 17, 2014 in London, England. (Photo by David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Aaron Ramsey; Kieran Gibbs

Arsenal’s 5 greatest wins at Wembley

On Saturday, Arsenal head to Wembley to face Spurs, in the Gunners' first ever Premier League match at the stadium. Let's take a look back at some of the club's great games at the famous ground.

Guardian journalists give Arsenal 0% chance of making top 4

There aren't many people around who rate Arsenal's chances of returning to the top four this season. 
Olivier Giroud after signing for Chelsea in January 2018

Arsenal fans applaud ‘Agent’ Olivier Giroud after humiliating Chelsea defeat

Chelsea hilariously lost 4-1 to Watford on Monday night and Arsenal fans reckon they only have one man to thank: agent Olivier Giroud.