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Mourinho stokes Drogba flames
Jose Mourinho fears Serie A leaders Internazionale may not be the only club trying to sign Didier Drogba if he leaves Chelsea.
Winger ready to play through pain
Joe Cole is adamant he will win his fitness battle and could play through the pain barrier for Chelsea against Arsenal on Sunday.
Media misconstrued me - Big Phil
Luiz Felipe Scolari says he was joking when he said he'd quit Chelsea if they failed to qualify for the Champions League second round.
Scolari stands firm on striker
Luiz Felipe Scolari has denied Didier Drogba is unhappy at Chelsea and maintains he has a 'very good' relationship with the star.
Samba ace eyes move
AC Milan midfielder Kaka has opened the door for a move to Chelsea by declaring a wish to play in the Premiership.
Blues target Asia aces
Chelsea have invited Uzbekistan's Server Djeparov and UAE starlet Ahmed Khalil over to England with a view to signing the duo.
Ballack set to return
Luiz Felipe Scolari is set to recall Michael Ballack but Didier Drogba may be overlooked for Chelsea's clash with Bordeaux.
Drogba - No comment on Inter meeting
Didier Drogba has refused to comment on reports he met with officials from Inter Milan to discuss a possible move to Italy.
Samba ace rules out move
Robinho has scotched fresh rumours that he could be set to quit Manchester City for a move to Chelsea.
Defender staying at Bridge
Chelsea have told Manchester City to forget any thoughts they have of signing Wayne Bridge when the transfer window opens.
Boss wants Robinho
Luiz Felipe Scolari has not ruled out the possibility of Robinho signing for Chelsea despite him snubbing the Blues in the summer.
Scolari looks beyond Drogba
Luiz Felipe Scolari refused to blame the absence of Didier Drogba for Chelsea's frustrating 0-0 draw with Newcastle on Saturday.
Four star return at Bridge
England cry-offs Frank Lampard, Joe Cole and Ashley Cole are all fit to return for Chelsea against Newcastle - along with Petr Cech.
Blues issue hands-off warning
Chelsea have told Wolves to forget about making a move for highly-rated central defender Michael Mancienne.
Midfielder talks imminent
Chelsea are set to open talks with Michael Ballack with a view to extending the midfielder's stay at Stamford Bridge.
Pompey make Sahar admission
Portsmouth executive chairman Peter Storrie has confirmed Ben Sahar will return to Chelsea when his six-month loan ends.
Blues ace unhappy at commitment questions
John Terry says England's friendly in Germany is serious for the players and claims the injured stars did all they could to feature.
Stopper has Chelsea future - Chairman
Michael Mancienne has been assured that he will eventually get the chance to play for Chelsea following his England call up.
Scolari targets new striker
Chelsea boss Luiz Felipe Scolari is hoping to draft in a new striker even though he has Didier Drogba and Nicolas Anelka in his ranks.
Drogba facing spell out
Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has been banned for three games following the coin-throwing incident against Burnley.
Terry back/Lamps ruled out
John Terry's foot injury is nothing serious and he has been passed fit to play for England but Frank Lampard has been ruled out.
Blues aces linked with move
Burnley boss Owen Coyle is targeting Chelsea players on loan as the Clarets look to strengthen their squad in January.
Terry set for foot scan
Chelsea captain John Terry will have a scan on his foot today but sill hopes to play for England against Germany on Wednesday.
Blues defender set for surprise chance
Michael Mancienne is being tipped to receive a shock call-up to the senior England squad for the friendly against Germany.
Malouda on Serie A wish-list
Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho is reportedly keen to raid Chelsea for Florent Malouda in the January transfer window.
Striker faces 'strongest possible' action
Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has been charged by the FA with violent conduct for allegedly throwing a coin at Burnley fans.
Star refuses to rush return
Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien is refusing to put a date on his return but says he will not come back until he is fully fit.
Striker linked with Addicks
Charlton are showing a keen interest in Chelsea starlet Lee Sawyer who is impressing while on loan at League One Southend United.
Drogba back for Blues
Didier Drogba will return for Chelsea against Burnley tonight and Ray Wilkins says the striker is raring to go.
Essien eyes March return
Chelsea ace Michael Essien is making good progress from his knee injury and hopes to be back before the end of the season.
Scolari has made the difference - Kenyon
Peter Kenyon feels Luiz Felipe Scolari has improved the atmosphere at Stamford Bridge and made Chelsea more loved.
Blues on transfer plans
Peter Kenyon says it is 'extremely unlikely' that Chelsea will spend big money on new signings in January's transfer window.
Rivals bid to keep strike ace
Joe Kinnear has told Chelsea that Newcastle will do all they can to keep hold of Michael Owen following reports the Blues are keen.
Defender linked with Bridge
Chelsea are set to take a close look at South African right-back Jeffrey Ntuka-Pule with a view to a January swoop.
Blues rule out Bridge switch
Chelsea have blasted reports suggesting they will leave Stamford Bridge to build a new stadium at Battersea.
Blues line up shock striker bid
Chelsea are reportedly planning a surprise January transfer window swoop for Newcastle striker Michael Owen.
Blues skipper ready to bounce back at Rovers
John Terry believes Tuesday night's dismal 3-1 Champions League defeat to Roma has provided the Chelsea players with a reality check.
Drogba targets transfer talks
Didier Drogba has pledged his future to Chelsea and says he wants to pen a new deal once he is back fully fit.
One win will do - Scolari
Luiz Felipe Scolari says Chelsea just need one more win to qualify for the next stage of the Champions League.
Defender race hots up
Tottenham and Manchester City are ready to battle it out for the signature of Chelsea defender Wayne Bridge.
Cech shrugs off Roma mauling
Petr Cech says Chelsea still firmly believe they can win a Champions League and Premier League double despite the 3-1 defeat at Roma.
Midfielder poised to sign up
The agent of John Obi Mikel has revealed that Chelsea have started contract negotiations with his client.
Scolari defensive pledge
Luiz Felipe Scolari feels Chelsea's solid backline could be the key to Champions League success for the Blues this season.
Blues hit by defender blow
Chelsea have been hit by another injury blow as Ashley Cole is facing at least 10 days out with a calf muscle injury.
Defender targets Blues stay
Juliano Belletti wants to open talks about a new long-term Chelsea deal despite having 18 months left to run on his current contract.
Essien makes return claim
Long-term injury-victim Michael Essien has said it could be as late as March before he makes his return for Chelsea.


