Chelsea: November 2008 Archives

Robin van Persie struck twice in three second half minutes as Arsenal came from behind to defeat Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Jose Mourinho fears Serie A leaders Internazionale may not be the only club trying to sign Didier Drogba if he leaves Chelsea.

Joe Cole is adamant he will win his fitness battle and could play through the pain barrier for Chelsea against Arsenal on Sunday.

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.

Luiz Felipe Scolari has denied Didier Drogba is unhappy at Chelsea and maintains he has a 'very good' relationship with the star.

AC Milan midfielder Kaka has opened the door for a move to Chelsea by declaring a wish to play in the Premiership.

Chelsea have invited Uzbekistan's Server Djeparov and UAE starlet Ahmed Khalil over to England with a view to signing the duo.

Luiz Felipe Scolari is set to recall Michael Ballack but Didier Drogba may be overlooked for Chelsea's clash with Bordeaux.

Didier Drogba has refused to comment on reports he met with officials from Inter Milan to discuss a possible move to Italy.

Robinho has scotched fresh rumours that he could be set to quit Manchester City for a move to Chelsea.

Chelsea have told Manchester City to forget any thoughts they have of signing Wayne Bridge when the transfer window opens.

Luiz Felipe Scolari has not ruled out the possibility of Robinho signing for Chelsea despite him snubbing the Blues in the summer.

Watford have appointed Chelsea reserves boss Brendan Rodgers as their new manager with Frank Lampard Senior his assistant.

Chelsea star Michael Ballack thinks the title race is between the Blues and Man Utd after ruling out current joint-leaders Liverpool.

Luiz Felipe Scolari refused to blame the absence of Didier Drogba for Chelsea's frustrating 0-0 draw with Newcastle on Saturday.

Chelsea dominated the game but were frustrated by a hardworking Newcastle side who fully deserved their battling point.

England cry-offs Frank Lampard, Joe Cole and Ashley Cole are all fit to return for Chelsea against Newcastle - along with Petr Cech.

Chelsea are set to open talks with Michael Ballack with a view to extending the midfielder's stay at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea have told Wolves to forget about making a move for highly-rated central defender Michael Mancienne.

Portsmouth executive chairman Peter Storrie has confirmed Ben Sahar will return to Chelsea when his six-month loan ends.

John Terry says England's friendly in Germany is serious for the players and claims the injured stars did all they could to feature.

Michael Mancienne has been assured that he will eventually get the chance to play for Chelsea following his England call up.

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.

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has been banned for three games following the coin-throwing incident against Burnley.

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.

Burnley boss Owen Coyle is targeting Chelsea players on loan as the Clarets look to strengthen their squad in January.

Chelsea captain John Terry will have a scan on his foot today but sill hopes to play for England against Germany on Wednesday.

Chelsea produced a devastating spell of attacking football before half-time to blow away West Brom and record a routine 3-0 victory.

Michael Mancienne is being tipped to receive a shock call-up to the senior England squad for the friendly against Germany.

Inter Milan coach Jose Mourinho is reportedly keen to raid Chelsea for Florent Malouda in the January transfer window.

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has been charged by the FA with violent conduct for allegedly throwing a coin at Burnley fans.

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.

Charlton are showing a keen interest in Chelsea starlet Lee Sawyer who is impressing while on loan at League One Southend United.

Didier Drogba will return for Chelsea against Burnley tonight and Ray Wilkins says the striker is raring to go.

Chelsea ace Michael Essien is making good progress from his knee injury and hopes to be back before the end of the season.

Peter Kenyon feels Luiz Felipe Scolari has improved the atmosphere at Stamford Bridge and made Chelsea more loved.

Peter Kenyon says it is 'extremely unlikely' that Chelsea will spend big money on new signings in January's transfer window.

Joe Kinnear has told Chelsea that Newcastle will do all they can to keep hold of Michael Owen following reports the Blues are keen.

Chelsea are set to take a close look at South African right-back Jeffrey Ntuka-Pule with a view to a January swoop.

Chelsea have gone back to the top of the Premiership after a brace by Nicolas Anelka wrapped up a 2-0 win at Blackburn.

Chelsea have blasted reports suggesting they will leave Stamford Bridge to build a new stadium at Battersea.

Chelsea are reportedly planning a surprise January transfer window swoop for Newcastle striker Michael Owen.

John Terry believes Tuesday night's dismal 3-1 Champions League defeat to Roma has provided the Chelsea players with a reality check.

Blackburn boss Paul Ince has labelled Chelsea as 'awesome' and says they are better now than they were under Jose Mourinho.

Didier Drogba has pledged his future to Chelsea and says he wants to pen a new deal once he is back fully fit.

Luiz Felipe Scolari says Chelsea just need one more win to qualify for the next stage of the Champions League.

Tottenham and Manchester City are ready to battle it out for the signature of Chelsea defender Wayne Bridge.

Petr Cech says Chelsea still firmly believe they can win a Champions League and Premier League double despite the 3-1 defeat at Roma.

The agent of John Obi Mikel has revealed that Chelsea have started contract negotiations with his client.

Luiz Felipe Scolari feels Chelsea's solid backline could be the key to Champions League success for the Blues this season.

Chelsea have been hit by another injury blow as Ashley Cole is facing at least 10 days out with a calf muscle injury.

Juliano Belletti wants to open talks about a new long-term Chelsea deal despite having 18 months left to run on his current contract.

Long-term injury-victim Michael Essien has said it could be as late as March before he makes his return for Chelsea.

Nicolas Anelka scored a hat-trick as Chelsea strolled to a 5-0 victory against an impotent Sunderland side.

Robin van Persie struck twice in three second half minutes as Arsenal came from behind to defeat Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Jose Mourinho fears Serie A leaders Internazionale may not be the only club trying to sign Didier Drogba if he leaves Chelsea.

Joe Cole is adamant he will win his fitness battle and could play through the pain barrier for Chelsea against Arsenal on Sunday.

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.

Luiz Felipe Scolari has denied Didier Drogba is unhappy at Chelsea and maintains he has a 'very good' relationship with the star.

AC Milan midfielder Kaka has opened the door for a move to Chelsea by declaring a wish to play in the Premiership.

Chelsea have invited Uzbekistan's Server Djeparov and UAE starlet Ahmed Khalil over to England with a view to signing the duo.

Luiz Felipe Scolari is set to recall Michael Ballack but Didier Drogba may be overlooked for Chelsea's clash with Bordeaux.

Didier Drogba has refused to comment on reports he met with officials from Inter Milan to discuss a possible move to Italy.

Robinho has scotched fresh rumours that he could be set to quit Manchester City for a move to Chelsea.

Chelsea have told Manchester City to forget any thoughts they have of signing Wayne Bridge when the transfer window opens.

Luiz Felipe Scolari has not ruled out the possibility of Robinho signing for Chelsea despite him snubbing the Blues in the summer.

Watford have appointed Chelsea reserves boss Brendan Rodgers as their new manager with Frank Lampard Senior his assistant.

Chelsea star Michael Ballack thinks the title race is between the Blues and Man Utd after ruling out current joint-leaders Liverpool.

Luiz Felipe Scolari refused to blame the absence of Didier Drogba for Chelsea's frustrating 0-0 draw with Newcastle on Saturday.

Chelsea dominated the game but were frustrated by a hardworking Newcastle side who fully deserved their battling point.

England cry-offs Frank Lampard, Joe Cole and Ashley Cole are all fit to return for Chelsea against Newcastle - along with Petr Cech.

Chelsea are set to open talks with Michael Ballack with a view to extending the midfielder's stay at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea have told Wolves to forget about making a move for highly-rated central defender Michael Mancienne.

Portsmouth executive chairman Peter Storrie has confirmed Ben Sahar will return to Chelsea when his six-month loan ends.

John Terry says England's friendly in Germany is serious for the players and claims the injured stars did all they could to feature.

Michael Mancienne has been assured that he will eventually get the chance to play for Chelsea following his England call up.

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.

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba has been banned for three games following the coin-throwing incident against Burnley.

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.