Estevao shines as Chelsea win at Palace, defensive cover assessed
Estevao praises Palmeiras striker Vitor Roque as a ‘star player’ amid Chelsea, Spurs and Man United interest around £43m. Piece argues Chelsea need an experienced centre-forward despite young options.
Joao Pedro hit his eighth non-penalty Premier League goal, more than any other new signing, and forced the handball for 3-1 at Palace. He pushes for a start at Napoli as Delap’s struggles continue.
Chelsea face West Ham, Wolves, Leeds and Burnley before Arsenal, offering a chance to extend Rosenior’s strong start and bolster Champions League hopes compared with tougher Liverpool fixtures.
Man Utd and Al-Hilal lead the race for Rennes’ 18-year-old Mohamed Kader Meite before deadline day, with Chelsea among clubs to have scouted the striker.
Chelsea scouts watch Genk’s Yaimar Medina in a 1-1 draw with Cercle Brugge. The 21-year-old Ecuador international has 26 games, 1 goal and 1 assist this season. Genk are not considering a January sale.
Chelsea recall Aaron Anselmino from Dortmund and will assess him for centre-back cover after Tosin’s injury. Kinsella says a quick decision is needed, with Disasi back and Jacquet now eyed for summer.
Former Chelsea loanee Alexandre Pato is part of a consortium in talks to buy Colchester United. He attended their 2-1 win over Fleetwood. A deal is possible but not imminent, per BBC.
Ashanti Akpan ends 13-year Chelsea spell and debuts for Newcastle in a 2-1 WSL 2 loss at Charlton, conceding a penalty for the hosts’ second. The 20-year-old spent the first half of the season on loan at Southampton.
After Arsenal’s 3-2 loss to Man Utd, John Terry notes Chelsea’s 2004-05 record of 15 goals conceded stays intact. He had admitted he was ‘worried’ earlier but says ‘the record is safe for another year’.
Chelsea are eyeing free-agent Dusan Vlahovic for summer, competing with Tottenham and AC Milan. He would join a crowded attack featuring Joao Pedro, Delap, Marc Guiu and incoming Emmanuel Emegha.
Palace boss Oliver Glasner claims Pedro Neto should have been sent off for a stamp on Ismaila Sarr in Chelsea’s 3-1 win. Estevao and Joao Pedro scored before Enzo Fernandez’s penalty sealed it.
Estevao, 18, became Chelsea’s youngest since 1993 to score and assist in one league game, starring in the 3-1 win at Crystal Palace. His display strengthens his case to start against Napoli.
Chelsea sign 17-year-old defender Yisa Alao from Sheffield Wednesday for around €500k. He signs until 2028 and will join the U21s. Alao made five senior Owls appearances, including a start in a 1-0 loss to Portsmouth.
Estevao scored and assisted Joao Pedro in Chelsea’s 3-1 win at Crystal Palace, with Enzo Fernandez adding a penalty. Rosenior lauds the 18-year-old and notes defence needs time after Chris Richards’ late reply.
Romano says Rennes rejected Chelsea’s January move for Jeremy Jacquet but a summer sale is possible, with Liverpool and Bayern interested. Chelsea recall Aaron Anselmino and bring back Axel Disasi amid injuries.
