Mudryk appeals FA doping ban as Chelsea weigh striker sales
Chelsea made a strong push for 17-year-old Marseille winger Saïd Remadnia, but he signed a trainee contract to stay. Due to Brexit, he could not move to the UK until 18.
Chelsea are monitoring Donyell Malen after his 11 goals in 14 Serie A games for Roma, though Roma plan to buy him for €25m and are unwilling to sell amid wider interest.
Joe Cole urges Alejandro Garnacho to settle and find a ‘homeland’ to be happy and thrive at Chelsea after a difficult start since joining from Manchester United.
Chelsea plan a striker clear-out, with Nicolas Jackson plus at least two of Joao Pedro, Liam Delap, Marc Guiu and incoming Emanuel Emegha likely to be sold. Delap’s future is uncertain amid interest.
Fulham boss Marco Silva, linked with Chelsea and Benfica, says his future will not hinge on European qualification and insists he is focused on Arsenal, with Fulham level on points with Chelsea.
CIES rate Mike Penders the top young goalkeeper. Chelsea may keep Robert Sanchez as No.1 next season, with Penders set for backup or another loan, while Filip Jorgensen could be sold.
Paul Merson tips Chelsea to beat Nottingham Forest and says the Champions League is possible if Aston Villa win the Europa League and finish fifth, opening a sixth-place spot. Cole Palmer could start after training.
Barcelona make informal contact for Joao Pedro, but Chelsea say he is not available and the forward stays focused on the Blues and Brazil after 19 goals and 6 assists.
Mason Mount praises Thomas Tuchel as ‘amazing’, citing lessons from him and Frank Lampard. Chelsea’s manager hunt continues, with Andoni Iraola and Marco Silva among Premier League candidates.
CAS confirm Mudryk is appealing an FA-imposed four-year doping ban. The Chelsea winger denies wrongdoing, has not played since December 2024, and could miss Euro 2028 if the sanction stands.
Opinion piece argues BlueCo’s interference deters top targets. Pochettino says he influenced only Disasi and Cole Palmer signings, while Sam Allardyce warns Marco Silva about owner involvement.
Gary Cahill hails Trevoh Chalobah as Chelsea’s most consistent defender, praising his attitude after returning from Crystal Palace, while Levi Colwill nears a comeback from injury.
Chelsea lead the chase for FC Köln’s Said El Mala as Brighton cannot meet the €50m fee. The 19-year-old winger has 11 goals and 4 assists, with Köln seeking a big sale or new deal.
Report claims a 4-2-3-1 coach likened to Maurizio Sarri is ready to accept the Chelsea job, amid the search following Liam Rosenior’s exit.
