Chelsea fitness boosts, Chalobah talks and cup focus
Mudryk has appealed a four-year FA ban and could return next season if reduced, per sources. Chelsea would be able to terminate his deal if the ban is upheld, as reported. Cover on the left has struggled in his absence, with Alejandro Garnacho and Jamie Gittens managing a combined one Premier League goal.
BlueCo open talks to extend Trevoh Chalobah’s deal beyond 2028. The 26-year-old, first-choice centre-back with 31 league games, is viewed as key homegrown depth despite past Crystal Palace interest.
Report claims Pep Guardiola will leave Man City this summer, with an agreement for ex-Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca to replace him. Story cites insider claims rather than confirmed club statements.
Mohamed Salah says he ‘loves’ Jose Mourinho and kept a good relationship despite his failed Chelsea spell, revealing Mourinho wanted him to stay in the UK before he chose a move to Italy.
Chelsea have enquired about Brentford striker Igor Thiago, who has 21 goals this season. Atletico Madrid, AC Milan and Juventus also interested. Brentford reportedly want around £80m.
Chelsea’s shortlist of head coach options has been narrowed after Liam Rosenior’s sacking, with Champions League qualification unlikely but an FA Cup final against Man City offering a lift.
Forest may rest Chris Wood for Chelsea, with Lucca and Igor Jesus up front. Gibbs-White to start, McAtee could replace Hutchinson. Aina injured, Abbott may fill in at right-back.
Ademola Lookman names Reece James as his toughest opponent. McFarlane confirms the Chelsea captain is back in training ahead of Nottingham Forest, with fitness managed before the FA Cup final.
Newcastle are eyeing Nicolas Jackson after Bayern opted against a permanent deal. The striker returns to Chelsea in July, with 10 goals and 4 assists in 29 games but limited minutes behind Harry Kane.
Chelsea are expected to move for Milan’s left‑sided centre‑back Strahinja Pavlovic, who has impressed carrying the ball in Max Allegri’s back three. Milan want to extend his 2028 deal to 2031.
Calum McFarlane concedes top five is unlikely, urges focus before Nottingham Forest. FA Cup final vs Man City set for 16 May. Reece James and Levi Colwill back in training, both ‘promising’ but managed.
Romelu Lukaku’s Napoli future is in doubt after skipping training, with his camp contacting Premier League clubs. The ex‑Chelsea striker could return to England after a turbulent Serie A stint.
Chelsea held fresh talks with Noah Sadiki’s agents as they assess replacements for Enzo Fernández. Sunderland want a premium, valuing the DR Congo midfielder around €50–60m amid rival interest.
Tosin Adarabioyo nominated for Chelsea’s April Goal of the Month for his header vs Port Vale in the FA Cup quarter‑final. He has 2 goals in 28 games this season among 10 shortlisted strikes.
Arsenal are preparing an early move for a £44m target also eyed by Chelsea, likened to Andrey Arshavin.
