Chelsea: May 2008 Archives

Ricardo Carvalho hopes Luiz Felipe Scolari takes over at Chelsea, despite the Portugal boss confirming he has not spoken to the Blues.

Sinisa Mihajlovic believes that Roberto Mancini is the man to takeover at Chelsea and insists the Blues are not too big for him.

Spurs and Man City target Giovani dos Santos says his agent has held talks with Chelsea over a possible summer switch from Barcelona.

Chelsea winger Shaun Wright-Phillips is a £10m target for Portsmouth boss Harry Redknapp, according to reports.

Chelsea are interested in Luiz Filipe Scolari, while Roberto Mancini says the Blues need to make the first move if they want him.

Roberto Mancini has left Inter Milan and is hot favourite to take the Chelsea job even though his agent has played down the rumours.

Niall Quinn has played down talk linking Roy Keane with Chelsea and expects him to be at Sunderland for a 'long time to come'.

Niall Quinn has played down talk linking Roy Keane with Chelsea and expects him to be at Sunderland for a 'long time to come'.

Liverpool have told Chelsea to forget about signing Fernando Torres, while the player says he is staying put at Anfield.

Fabio Capello has restored John Terry as England captain for Wednesday's international against the United States.

Roberto Mancini's agent says there has not been any contact from Chelsea and insists his client is not interested in the job.

Newcastle and Man City look set to go head to head for Chelsea star Shaun Wright-Phillips this summer if he decides to move on.

The agent of Guus Hiddink has ruled out the possibility of the Dutchman becoming the next manager of Chelsea.

Avram Grant is reportedly furious after being sacked by Chelsea and also snubbed the chance to return to his director of football role.

Chelsea have terminated the contract of manager Avram Grant after just eight months in charge at Stamford Bridge.

Chairman Bruce Buck insists Chelsea want striker Didier Drogba to stay at Stamford Bridge and are planning key future talks with him.

John Terry has denied spitting at Manchester United striker Carlos Tevez in Chelsea's Champions League final defeat on Wednesday.

Nicolas Anelka has warned Chelsea he is not prepared to spend another season at Stamford Bridge as a bit-part player.

Chelsea are confident star midfielder Frank Lampard will sign a new long-term contract, according to chief executive Peter Kenyon.

Chief executive Peter Kenyon has revealed that Chelsea are intent on bringing "star names" to Stamford Bridge this summer.

AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti wants to sign one of Didier Drogba, Samuel Eto'o, Emmanuel Adebayor or Amauri.

Frank Lampard will discuss a new contract with Chelsea after England's upcoming internationals against USA and Trinidad and Tobago.

Frank Lampard has tried to play down talk of a summer move and insists he is keen to sign a new deal at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea say they expect Ashley Cole to be fit for tonight's Champions League final despite an injury scare on Tuesday evening.

Ashley Cole is a new doubt for Chelsea after being hurt in a tackle from Claude Makalele in training before tomorrow's Moscow finale.

Aston Villa are understood to be closing in on the capture of Chelsea midfielder Steve Sidwell in a £4.5million deal.

John Terry feels he can win back the England captaincy with a winning performance in Wednesday's Champions League final.

AC Milan are said to be heading the chase to sign Frank Lampard after the midfielder's agent played down talk of a move to Inter.

Avram Grant says his future at Chelsea will be sorted out after the Champions League final and has hinted he could leave.

Shaun Wright-Phillips has pledged his future to Chelsea and says he will see out the last two years on his contract.

Chelsea are reportedly looking to replace Avram Grant with current Inter Milan coach Roberto Mancini after the Champions League final.

Avram Grant is confident that he has proved to Chelsea fans he is capable of making correct tactical decisions in the side's big games.

Chelsea boss Avram Grant is set to be charged with improper conduct by the FA after criticising Premier League refereeing standards.

Ricardo Carvalho has revealed he expects a number of big-name exits at Chelsea this summer - and he could be among them.

Chelsea are in the hunt to land Barcelona starlet Giovani and hope to pip Manchester City to the player's signature.

Joe Cole has started the war of words ahead of the Champions League final by claiming Lionel Messi is better than Cristiano Ronaldo.

Steve Sidwell's agent has admitted the midfielder would consider a move to Middlesbrough but only if Chelsea decide to sell him.

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has admitted he wants to play for Milan and has already spoken to officials of the club.

Petr Cech has moved to kill speculation about his future by insisting he has no desire to leave Chelsea.

Jose Bosingwa says he has signed for Chelsea 'to win titles' and admits it is a dream to move to Stamford Bridge.

Reports in Spain claim Chelsea have made an audacious £40million bid for Fernando Torres which Liverpool have turned down.

Chelsea have completed the signing of Porto right-back Jose Bosingwa after agreeing to pay the Portuguese club £16.2m.

John Terry says he will be fit for the Champions League final but Chelsea are sweating on Didier Drogba.

Chelsea have agreed a £16.2million fee with Porto for right-back Jose Bosingwa, who was a known target of Manchester United.

AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti has insisted he is not interested in signing Chelsea striker Didier Drogba this summer.

Petr Cech's agent has claimed a 'huge European club' is set to table a £32million bid for the Czech Republic keeper this summer.

Ricardo Carvalho has no problem with Man Utd facing Steve Bruce's Wigan on the final day but would have preferred a tougher side.

Chelsea's hopes of landing Barcelona star Lionel Messi have been boosted after Frank Rijkaard's path to Stamford Bridge was cleared.

Chelsea defender Ricardo Carvalho is an early doubt for the crunch clash with Bolton after suffering a back problem at Newcastle.

Chelsea's summer spending spree could top £130million with Real Madrid defender Sergio Ramos now linked with the Blues.

Avram Grant is delighted that he managed to transform Chelsea's fortunes this season after taking over from Jose Mourinho in September.

Avram Grant would not have a problem if Chelsea brought in Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard as manager, according to pal Richard Hughes.

Everton boss David Moyes is contemplating a summer move for midfielder Steve Sidwell who is out of favour at Chelsea.

Chelsea are reportedly close to tieing England midfield star Frank Lampard down to a new three-year deal to stay at the club.

Chelsea skipper John Terry has backed Wigan to do them a favour and take points off title rivals Manchester United in Sunday's decider.

Chelsea star Joe Cole admits he has struggled for form recently but is determined to help secure a win at Newcastle.

Barcelona ace Lionel Messi is Chelsea's top summer transfer target with the Blues ready to pay £80m for the Argentine ace, reports say.

Kevin Keegan believes Chelsea will deserve it if they come through their St James' Park test and go on to lift the title.

Thierry Henry has been linked with a return to the Premiership this summer, but it is Chelsea that is reportedly his club of choice.

Chelsea face a battle to land top target Gareth Barry after Aston Villa confirmed that Liverpool made an approach for the player.

Benni McCarthy says he came close to joining Chelsea and admits talk of a move to Stamford Bridge went to his head.

Valencia full-back Miguel has opened the door to Aston Villa and Chelsea after admitting he is open to a move away from La Liga.

John Terry says Avram Grant is the man to lead Chelsea forward and has earned the right to keep his job next season.

Ricardo Carvalho hopes Luiz Felipe Scolari takes over at Chelsea, despite the Portugal boss confirming he has not spoken to the Blues.

Sinisa Mihajlovic believes that Roberto Mancini is the man to takeover at Chelsea and insists the Blues are not too big for him.

Spurs and Man City target Giovani dos Santos says his agent has held talks with Chelsea over a possible summer switch from Barcelona.

Chelsea winger Shaun Wright-Phillips is a £10m target for Portsmouth boss Harry Redknapp, according to reports.

Chelsea are interested in Luiz Filipe Scolari, while Roberto Mancini says the Blues need to make the first move if they want him.

Roberto Mancini has left Inter Milan and is hot favourite to take the Chelsea job even though his agent has played down the rumours.

Niall Quinn has played down talk linking Roy Keane with Chelsea and expects him to be at Sunderland for a 'long time to come'.

Niall Quinn has played down talk linking Roy Keane with Chelsea and expects him to be at Sunderland for a 'long time to come'.

Liverpool have told Chelsea to forget about signing Fernando Torres, while the player says he is staying put at Anfield.

Fabio Capello has restored John Terry as England captain for Wednesday's international against the United States.

Roberto Mancini's agent says there has not been any contact from Chelsea and insists his client is not interested in the job.

Newcastle and Man City look set to go head to head for Chelsea star Shaun Wright-Phillips this summer if he decides to move on.

The agent of Guus Hiddink has ruled out the possibility of the Dutchman becoming the next manager of Chelsea.

Avram Grant is reportedly furious after being sacked by Chelsea and also snubbed the chance to return to his director of football role.

Chelsea have terminated the contract of manager Avram Grant after just eight months in charge at Stamford Bridge.

Chairman Bruce Buck insists Chelsea want striker Didier Drogba to stay at Stamford Bridge and are planning key future talks with him.

John Terry has denied spitting at Manchester United striker Carlos Tevez in Chelsea's Champions League final defeat on Wednesday.

Nicolas Anelka has warned Chelsea he is not prepared to spend another season at Stamford Bridge as a bit-part player.

Chelsea are confident star midfielder Frank Lampard will sign a new long-term contract, according to chief executive Peter Kenyon.

Chief executive Peter Kenyon has revealed that Chelsea are intent on bringing "star names" to Stamford Bridge this summer.

AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti wants to sign one of Didier Drogba, Samuel Eto'o, Emmanuel Adebayor or Amauri.

Frank Lampard will discuss a new contract with Chelsea after England's upcoming internationals against USA and Trinidad and Tobago.

Frank Lampard has tried to play down talk of a summer move and insists he is keen to sign a new deal at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea say they expect Ashley Cole to be fit for tonight's Champions League final despite an injury scare on Tuesday evening.

Ashley Cole is a new doubt for Chelsea after being hurt in a tackle from Claude Makalele in training before tomorrow's Moscow finale.