Chelsea departures and decisions, Alonso and Iraola in frame
William Gallas blasts owners Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali over Chelsea’s direction, with scrutiny also aimed at sporting directors Winstanley and Stewart.
Chelsea are linked with Bologna winger Jonathan Rowe, valued near €40m, amid rival interest from Manchester United, Aston Villa and Galatasaray.
Barcelona switch focus to Chelsea’s Joao Pedro after giving up on Julian Álvarez, eyeing a €70m-€100m deal that could drop if Chelsea miss the Champions League, aiming to sign before Brazil duty.
Chelsea join Juventus and Ajax for AZ’s 19-year-old 6ft 5in striker Bendeguz Kovacs after a prolific U19-U21 season, with a potential Salzburg loan mooted.
Ahead of the FA Cup final vs Man City, McFarlane hails Reece James and Levi Colwill recoveries, praises Cole Palmer, says squad ‘can beat anyone’ and targets a Wembley lift for fans.
Sam Kerr will depart Chelsea at season’s end when her contract expires, ending a prolific stint leading the attack.
Guardian report says Chelsea would not impose signings on Xabi Alonso and will seek experienced, resilient players after criticism of youth-heavy recruitment.
Report claims Bournemouth boss Andoni Iraola prefers a London move for family reasons, potentially easing Chelsea’s pursuit if they turn from Xabi Alonso.
Bayern negotiate for Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon but value lags around €70m vs £80m ask. If talks stall, Arsenal and Chelsea are ready to pounce, with Howe hinting the winger could depart.
Chelsea prefer surgery for Estêvão’s serious hamstring tear, but his camp insists on conservative treatment. The 19-year-old will return to London for reassessment after World Cup hopes ended.
Bournemouth confirm Marcos Senesi will leave on a free. Juventus, Tottenham, Barcelona and Chelsea are linked, though BBC claims Stamford Bridge sources downplay a summer move.
Chelsea enquire about Mike Maignan as Milan face uncertainty; keeper’s stay hinges on Champions League qualification and Max Allegri’s future.
Analysis compares Alonso and Iraola for Chelsea, weighing tactics, pressing data and club structure needs as Blues eye a post-final appointment.
Chelsea fan Justin Rose sparks kit leak talk after wearing a deep blue Nike shirt with a yellow lion crest and collar ahead of the 2026-27 release.
