2023-05-23 16:34
Chelsea’s Tudor Mendel-Idowu could leave the club this summer with his contract running out and no sign of an extension being agreed. It’s easy to throw around names in the acade… Read More
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2023-05-18 14:12
Chelsea face current league leaders Manchester City this Sunday in the 4pm kick off. City will be on a high after smashing Real Madrid 4-0 in the Champions League this week to reach the fina… Read More
2023-05-17 14:45
There has been some positive news on Ivan Toney’s ban reported this week as the striker appears in court for the first time to respond to betting charges. Obviously it’s importan… Read More
2023-05-16 16:30
Mauricio Pochettino is expected to be announced as our new manager this week as he arrives in London to put pen to paper. So it’s finally time to really start looking in to what sort o… Read More
2023-05-15 15:37
Mauricio Pochettino sounds like he’s got a bit of old school in his managing and training methods, and I like that. Danny Rose has described him as a ‘disciplinarian’, and… Read More
2023-05-11 15:08
The Blues welcome Nottingham Forest to Stamford Bridge this Saturday in the 3pm kick off. We don’t even have to call this one a relegation battle anymore, because after our 3-1 victory… Read More
2023-05-11 09:07
Chelsea have been named as one of only two clubs who can afford, or who will go for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen this summer. Gianluca Di Marzio of Sky Italia was interviewed this week and… Read More
2023-05-09 14:36
“Mauricio Pochettino knows ball,” I said to myself yesterday when reading the latest transfer news report from Sami Mokbel of The Daily Mail. Mokbel wasn’t only reporting w… Read More
2023-05-08 16:42
Conor Gallagher probably had one of his best games in a Chelsea shirt at the weekend and was pretty pinnacle in helping us get our first win for eight weeks and score three goals in one game… Read More
2023-05-05 13:44
We all know we are in a hideous place right now, and we have once again all been debating as to why this is - a huge number of reasons. But what the club must do now is concentrate on moving… Read More
2023-05-03 16:09
Although this list is going to be massively unrealistic simply because it is too big, wages are too high, and a lack of suitors, I have complied a hypothetical list of current Chelsea player… Read More
2023-05-03 06:48
It really says something when in this current turmoil we are in, that so many pundits and former players are predicting a brighter future for Chelsea. And I might not agree with everything F… Read More
2023-04-28 10:54
Chelsea have been linked with an array of international stars as they bid to rebuild following a chastening season. As Frank Lampard’s struggles as interim manager continue, the appoin… Read More
2023-04-27 16:12
Chelsea are really going through it right now and there are so many issues from top to bottom. But one thing we need to make sure we get right and correct some issues, is the summer transfer… Read More
2023-04-26 15:01
As you would have seen from Matt Law’s report on The Telegraph yesterday, Chelsea apparently want to speak to Romelu Lukaku about coming back to the club. Personally, I just cannot see… Read More
2023-04-26 10:17
Chelsea finds themselves in a dangerous position now; they’re out of Europe, aimless, and have a failed manager back in as interim. That may sound harsh on Frank, he comes across as a… Read More
2023-04-25 17:56
And first and foremost, that means with our team selections.... Chelsea welcome Brentford to Stamford Bridge on Wednesday evening as Premier League action continues for us. Kick off is at 7… Read More
2023-04-25 16:36
Kalidou Koulibaly only arrived at Chelsea from Napoli in the summer, and there is already a big question mark hovering over his head. His performances have been very up and down. I do think… Read More
2023-04-20 13:59
There has been some debate this week on whether Chelsea should get a new manager in right now, or whether they should wait until the summer and let Frank Lampard see out his caretaker role… Read More
2023-04-19 12:16
Victor Osimhen is going to become THE next biggest transfer saga, and Chelsea’s name is still being touted as one of the clubs expected to be in the battle to sign him. And hey, maybe… Read More
2023-04-18 07:45
David Ornstein of The Athletic says that Chelsea have narrowed down the new permanent manager search to just a handful now, so it’s worth bearing in mind that it might not actually be… Read More
2023-04-13 15:45
It has largely been a season to forget for the Chelsea faithful. A number of managerial appointments became more frustrating as the season went on. Cup exits and embarrassing results and per… Read More
2023-04-13 15:40
In Chelsea's remaining league matches this season, Frank Lampard needs to just be expressive and try different things in my view. Granted, Lampard changed the formation back to a back three… Read More
2023-04-13 14:20
We’ve been seeing all the major outlets and sources continue to mention Chelsea’s name as being a club interested in signing Jude Bellingham, but are we actually serious? It look… Read More
2023-04-11 19:45
It’s another Champions League night in Spain for Chelsea tomorrow night, and the nerves will be setting in big time now. The Blues will jump on a jet on Tuesday to head to Madrid and g… Read More
2023-04-11 14:20
After another terrible performance from the players and another defeat at the weekend vs Wolves, David Ornstein of The Athletic arrives with a perfect dagger at a perfect time. https://twitt… Read More
2023-04-06 13:50
I've very much gone through the emotions on this one. My initial thoughts were that it was a desperate move, and I can actually understand why some people are screaming PR. It’s certai… Read More
2023-04-06 13:47
I do hope that whoever the new manager is that comes in he has a plan to try something else up top. Because I cannot continue watching Kai Havertz play as a striker for us, and I’ve be… Read More
2023-04-04 08:44
Chelsea's manager search continues, with a host of names being mentioned and linked. But it's so important that the club get this absolutely spot on now as to avoid another Graham Potter dis… Read More
2023-04-03 11:29
It’s time to ‘trust the process’ and back a new manager once again. Here we go again. We’ve been here far too many times in recent seasons, but we will once again be… Read More
2023-03-31 10:28
Graham Potter faces a long list of problems at Chelsea, although his primary goal will be try to overhaul a huge deficit to make last ditch effort to reach the Champions League. Optimistic B… Read More
2023-03-30 14:50
The Blues welcome Aston Villa to Stamford Bridge this Saturday for the 5.30pm kick off local time. In the league, there is nothing between the two sides. Only goal difference puts Chelsea on… Read More
2023-03-30 06:25
I think we all watched Enzo Fernandez’s latest goal for his country with mouths wide open Tuesday night, what a screamer it was. https://twitter.com/talkchelsea/status/1640877635407323… Read More
2023-03-28 19:14
Conor Gallagher's future at Chelsea could be heavily dependent on his own decision, and also the future of Mason Mount. Although the club will be appealed by the profit that selling Gallaghe… Read More
2023-03-24 08:24
As you will see below in Fabrizio Romano's latest report on the situation, Bayern Munich are about to sack their manager Julian Nagelsmann. Ironically, it looks like the man to replace him w… Read More
2023-03-23 13:38
We are starting to see more and more Chelsea links to potential new goalkeepers, meaning that this is an issue for the club. As we know, the club are considering a new stopper this summer, a… Read More
2023-03-23 11:54
I find this whole situation a little bit strange really, the captain situation. Graham Potter had selected Reece James to take the armband when there was no Cesar Azpilicueta or Thiago Silva… Read More
2023-03-22 08:30
There has been some reliable reports suggesting that Chelsea are already keen to sign Joao Felix on a permanent deal this summer, with one report below stating that talks are already happeni… Read More
2023-03-16 17:41
The final round of Champions League last 16 matches were played out on Wednesday evening this week, meaning we can now see who we could face in the quarter finals of the competition. The dra… Read More
2023-03-16 08:05
Romelu Lukaku is proving to be a very costly mistake for Chelsea, one made by the previous owners that our current owners now have to try and deal with. What is making things worse is his fo… Read More
2023-03-15 20:00
N'Golo Kante is set to be available for Chelsea once again, giving manager Graham Potter the best kind of headache he can have in terms of selection going forward. Potter has a very large sq… Read More
2023-03-15 18:15
Three wins on the bounce has really relieved the pressure from Graham Potter in these last two weeks, and you can see and feel that whenever that final whistle has arrived in these last thre… Read More
2023-03-09 15:23
These last two games for Chelsea could well be a turning point in the season, but it's so important now that they use this momentum and move forward, starting by beating Leicester City on Sa… Read More
2023-03-09 14:13
It’s been a very tough time for Marc Cucurella since joining Chelsea from Brighton, having his house burgled as well as struggling with form on the pitch - the two may well have gone h… Read More
2023-03-07 08:37
Conor Gallagher has had to make do with a bit-part role at Chelsea this season, but I think what he brings when he does come on is actually quite important to Graham Potter and to Chelsea. I… Read More
2023-03-02 15:24
Thomas Tuchel decided he could not use a back four at Chelsea due to the personnel he had. He used a back three in order to protect and get the best out of players such as Thiago Silva and J… Read More
2023-03-02 10:02
There is plenty of speculation around about Graham Potter's future, and despite all the positive noises coming from the ownership about backing their man to the end, it looks clear to us tha… Read More
2023-03-02 08:43
Thiago Silva will be a MASSIVE miss for Chelsea, there are no two ways about that. Not only does he bring calmness and quality at the back, he is one of the few leaders we have in that team… Read More
2023-02-28 17:43
Things are very rough for at Chelsea right now, but he can certainly be doing all he can to help himself with team selections, something I don't feel he has really been doing lately. Potter… Read More
2023-02-27 17:55
I never like to claim I speak for all Chelsea fans - I absolutely do not. So I'd also like to say that of course, there will be some fans who do not feel this way still. Disclaimer over, let… Read More
2023-02-27 15:13
There's an old rule in gambling - you won't make much money betting on the favourite. You'll pick up small wins, and when the favourite loses (which happens more than you think), you'll lose… Read More
2023-02-24 09:36
It’s fair to say that Graham Potter’s tenure in charge of Chelsea hasn’t hit the heights originally expected. We’ve been going through somewhat of a merry-go-round on… Read More
2023-02-23 19:37
Every game is big right now with Graham Potter under a superb amount of pressure from the fans and the media, if perhaps not quite as much from the club right now at least. But the Spurs gam… Read More
2023-02-22 15:25
I really believe in the importance of experience and leadership, and that is why I think we should be a little bit flexible in our recruitment going forward. But also, experience and leaders… Read More
2023-02-21 15:39
Graham Potter has reportedly been told to get his tin hat out ready for the storms, but Chelsea fans might well need to find a tin hat as well, to get through the turbulent times we are faci… Read More
2023-02-19 14:32
Graham Potter's reign as Chelsea manager feels like it's hanging by a threat. In fact, it feels like that thread should have been cut after yesterday's loss to Southampton. The coach is stil… Read More
2023-02-17 01:51
Chelsea could still face Financial Fair Play issues this summer if they fail to qualify for the Champions League, and there has been some reports floating around suggesting the club are plan… Read More
2023-02-15 07:07
Chelsea face Borussia Dortmund in the last 16 of the Champions League this evening in leg one. It presents Chelsea with a rather pressure-free chance if you like, to put in a good performanc… Read More
2023-02-14 17:10
January is over, the transfer window is closed, and Chelsea will now have to start working with what they have (apart from Andrey Santos, who can still be registered if he gets a work permit… Read More
2023-02-14 08:21
The Chelsea fanbase appears to be very split right now. Many of them are calling for the manager to be sacked, whilst many are asking for patience. The bottom line is, Chelsea have only won… Read More
2023-02-09 16:08
I think most Chelsea fans have accepted that we will not be finishing in the top four now this season. But there is still a slight belief there from some. For Chelsea to do so though, they s… Read More
2023-02-08 17:38
Chelsea have lacked goals and goal scorers recently, that has been clear to see. And some even debate that we lack a true number nine, especially with the Pierre Emerick Aubameyang situation… Read More
2023-02-07 15:10
RB Leipzig forward Christopher Nkunku is expected to be joining Chelsea in the summer. Despite not having any official confirmation by either club yet, every top source has stated that he wi… Read More
2023-02-06 16:42
It might not even be through any fault of the players themselves (it definetely wasn't the fault of Ziyech), but the destructive situations of Hakim Ziyech and Pierre Emerick Aubameyang last… Read More
2023-02-02 21:11
Obviously before we get into this one, it will all be dependent if his paperwork is put through in time as to whether Enzo Fernandez makes his Chelsea debut tomorrow evening against Fulham… Read More
2023-01-31 13:14
At the time of writing, Chelsea are still trying to conclude a deal to sign Enzo Fernandez from Benfica. It's been the saga from hell that all fans just want to end now, but Chelsea fans nee… Read More
2023-01-31 07:42
Chelsea have not been messing around in the slightest this January transfer window, and the rate that they have been doing this huge squad rebuild has surprised everyone, especially myself!… Read More
2023-01-27 07:48
One of the many reasons that I am refusing to write off our season and our Champions League qualification is because of the amount of players we have soon returning from injury. The prospect… Read More
2023-01-25 18:10
Chelsea have been super busy this transfer window, carrying on from a similar spending pattern from the summer. Will it stop there though? I'd be absolutely shocked it if does. We have all b… Read More
2023-01-25 16:44
Chelsea are currently looking to sign a new midfielder this window as part of a big squad rebuild. Late moves for Enzo Fernandez of Benfica, and Moises Caicedo of Brighton, look quite possib… Read More
2023-01-23 16:19
Hakim Ziyech to leave Chelsea this window, and for me it should not even be a debate. We have just signed three attackers in the shape of Mykhailo Mudryk, Joao Felix, and Noni Madueke. Our s… Read More
2023-01-19 18:03
Chelsea are back in action again this Saturday, and they face fellow Premier League strugglers Liverpool. That sentence alone feels very weird to type! The club’s struggles are shown i… Read More
2023-01-17 20:05
Chelsea are currently going through a very tough spell, and although things got a bit better at the weekend after finally getting a win on board at home to Crystal Palace, Liverpool are next… Read More
2023-01-16 15:16
There was some notable decisions made by Graham Potter in Sunday’s win against Crystal Palace, and I saw him be quite bold. One of the things that hasn’t been mentioned much is t… Read More
2023-01-12 15:58
There has been a lot of talk about leadership within this Chelsea squad right now, and it is an issue that has been simmering away at Chelsea now for a good few seasons at least. The major i… Read More
2023-01-11 17:48
Chelsea have already bought a few players in the door this January, with plans for even more arrivals after that. Youngsters Andrey Santos and David Datro Fofana have come in alongside defen… Read More
2023-01-10 15:25
I've been speaking to a number of Chelsea fans gauging feeling on the deal to bring Joao Felix in on loan from Atletico Madrid for the rest of the season, and I must say that I've noticed a… Read More
2023-01-06 10:17
Chelsea have been publicly shamed today by Benfica and many media outlets reporting on the Enzo Fernandez deal, and to be honest, if reports are to be believed, you can understand why. It lo… Read More
2023-01-04 17:30
With all that has been going on with Chelsea lately, now we have the simple task of playing against the Premier League champions twice in a row. Oh dear! The Blues face second placed Manches… Read More
2023-01-04 16:50
Chelsea are on the verge of signing defender Benoit Badiashile from Monaco, according to Ben Jacobs in his debut article for Si & Dan Talk Chelsea this week. Jacobs covered a lot in his… Read More
2023-01-02 17:53
Chelsea have only won one of their last 8 Premier League matches after being held to a draw by relegation strugglers Nottingham Forest on New Years Day. The whole team once again were poor… Read More
2022-12-29 15:56
Chelsea beat Bournemouth 2-0 on Tuesday evening in their first game back after the World Cup break. It was a much needed win and clean sheet after stumbling form and poor performances before… Read More
2022-12-28 16:06
Chelsea's midfield is in desperate need of a revamp. At the moment, it is ageing and lacks many elements that any midfield of a team who wants to challenge at the very top should have. Chels… Read More
2022-12-28 12:26
Chelsea are spending a lot of money right now. After spending £250m in the summer on new players for the first team, they are expected to be busy in January and again next summer, sign… Read More
2022-12-26 15:41
Chelsea must look at this week as a chance to begin the season all over again and start a clean slate. We face Bournemouth on Tuesday night in our first Premier League game back in over a mo… Read More
2022-12-25 11:01
Chelsea are finally back in Premier League action in just five days time, welcoming Bournemouth to Stamford Bridge for the Tuesday evening kick off on the 27th. Mixed emotions right now I am… Read More
2022-12-21 13:21
AC Milan and Portugal forward Rafael Leao has probably the biggest decision of his career to make to date. He will soon be deciding whether to extend his contract with AC Milan, or move to a… Read More
2022-12-20 10:36
One week today and we will be getting ready for Chelsea to take on Bournemouth back in the Premier League! Club football is back! I really do have mixed feelings about club football being ba… Read More
2022-12-17 15:49
There is just one game left at this World Cup, then we can get back to the Premier League, and we can get back to the real stuff - arguments about net spent, VAR in football and debating whe… Read More
2022-12-16 08:41
The World Cup is going to be ending on Sunday and it will mark the end of what has been a pretty decent competition and an entertaining one to watch. I have been watching many games with my… Read More
2022-12-15 13:10
As you will all be more than aware of by now, Chelsea will be without striker Armando Broja for at least the rest of this season after he suffered an ACL injury in a friendly against Aston V… Read More
2022-12-14 08:00
Injury FC strikes again at Chelsea, and Armando Broja joins the long list of many top Chelsea players who have had the worst luck with serious injuries in the last few seasons. I'm absolutel… Read More
2022-12-13 08:00
I've never been that person to believe that just one player can solve every issue a team might be going through when in a bad spell. I think the issues will always be a collective thing and… Read More
2022-12-08 21:05
The mighty Chelsea are back in action this weekend, whether those words fill you with joy or despair! But fear not, it's only a friendly game whilst Graham Potter and the boys are out in Abu… Read More
2022-12-07 19:53
It looks like Chelsea will lose out to Real Madrid in the battle to sign Brazilian sensation Endrick from Palmeiras, and unfortunately, he isn't going to be the only big transfer target that… Read More
2022-12-06 18:09
It might take some time, and there are probably still many things that some fans are not happy with yet, or some things that they still disagree with, but it's clear that Chelsea's new owner… Read More
2022-12-05 18:59
England beat Senegal 3-0 last night in the World Cup last 16 to setup a quarter final match against France on Saturday evening. Two players for England really stood out once again for me. Ob… Read More
2022-12-02 09:00
Whether you agree with it or not, Chelsea players Mason Mount and Raheem Sterling face an anxious wait now to see if they get the nod to start the next England game. Gareth Southgate's men p… Read More
2022-12-01 14:37
We've passed the halfway point of the World Cup now in terms of games played, meaning all your betting guides from before kick off are now out of date. We've seen plenty of interesting… Read More
2022-11-30 19:32
The World Cup continues, and domestic football seems like a faraway thing. We still have to wait until the end of December for club football to return. And as we approach Christmas time, it… Read More
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