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Charlie Smith

Charlie Smith

Sports Journalist · 223 articles

Freelance football writer. Leeds United fan

Newcastle keen on Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham
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Newcastle keen on Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham

Newcastle United are keen on securing the services of Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham this summer. The Northern Echo report that Rafael Benitez has already drawn up a list of potential summer targets, with Abraham and Swansea City’s Daniel James both reported targets.  Benitez’s current contract at St James’ Park expires at the end of the season […]

Fulham join Sheffield Wednesday in pursuit of Michael Hector
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Fulham join Sheffield Wednesday in pursuit of Michael Hector

Fulham have reportedly joined Sheffield Wednesday in the race to sign Chelsea defender Michael Hector this summer, according to The Star.  The Cottagers are planning for life in the Championship after a disappointing first campaign in the Premier League, where they have conceded 77 times in 37 league games.  Meanwhile, Sheffield Wednesday are looking to make […]

Chelsea officials demanding £100m for Eden Hazard
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Chelsea officials demanding £100m for Eden Hazard

Chelsea chief Marina Granovskaia is demanding £100m from Real Madrid in the Spaniard’s pursuit of Eden Hazard, according to the Daily Star. The Belgian international, who has been with Chelsea since 2012, is reportedly considering handing in a transfer request with talks between the two clubs stalling.  The report suggests that the Blues have already rejected […]

Kalas keen on permanent move away from Stamford Bridge
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Kalas keen on permanent move away from Stamford Bridge

Chelsea defender Tomas Kalas is hoping to secure a permanent move away from Stamford Bridge this summer, football.london report. The 25-year-old joined the club back in 2010, however, the Czech Republic international has turned out just four times for the Blues.  Kalas has been sent out on loan to various sides across Europe, including  Vitesse Arnhem, FC […]

City join race for Chelsea target Joao Felix
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City join race for Chelsea target Joao Felix

Manchester City are the latest side showing an interest in Chelsea target Joao Felix, according to Sky Sports. The 19-year-old attacking midfielder has enjoyed a phenomenal breakthrough season with Benfica scoring 18 goals in 41 appearances across all competitions. Felix, who has been capped by Portugal up to Under 21 level, can play anywhere behind the […]

Chelsea officials ‘baffled’ with Sarri’s decision to rest Hazard
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Chelsea officials ‘baffled’ with Sarri’s decision to rest Hazard

Chelsea officials have reportedly been left ‘baffled and unimpressed’ by Maurizio Sarri’s decision to leave out Eden Hazard against Frankfurt on Thursday night, according to The Times, cited by Football 365. The same report adds that Sarri will meet with owner Roman Abramovich and director Marina Granovskaia at the end of the season to discuss the […]

Chelsea open contract talks with David Luiz
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Chelsea open contract talks with David Luiz

Chelsea boss Maurizio Sarri has confirmed to reporters that defender David Luiz has been in talks with the Blues about signing a new deal at Stamford Bridge, Goal report. The 32-year-old, who is in the third year of his second stint at the club, played every minute of Chelsea’s Europa League semi-final first leg draw against […]

Tottenham keen on Chelsea target Youcef Atal
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Tottenham keen on Chelsea target Youcef Atal

Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly discussing the possibility of battling Chelsea in the signature for Nice defender Youcef Atal, according to the Daily Mail. The report states that Spurs boss Mauricio Pochettino is considering bringing in up to five first-team additions this summer, with the Algerian right-back making the shortlist. The Blues have been heavily linked with a move […]

Squad overhaul: Who should stay and go this summer?
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Squad overhaul: Who should stay and go this summer?

Maurizio Sarri has endured a dramatic first season in charge of Chelsea.  The Italian is on course to steer the club to a top-four finish, resulting in a return of Champions League football at Stamford Bridge, and has also guided the Blues to a Carabao Cup final. The 60-year-old looks set to remain in the dugout for […]

Charly Musonda keen on second Vitesse Arnhem spell
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Charly Musonda keen on second Vitesse Arnhem spell

Out of favour Chelsea winger Charly Musonda is looking to return to Vitesse Arnhem on loan next season. The 22-year-old has made a handful of first-team appearances at Stamford Bridge in recent years, however, the wide man has had to stake his claim out on loan at Celtic and Real Betis since arriving from Anderlecht back […]

Manchester United step up interest in Chelsea target Joao Felix
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Manchester United step up interest in Chelsea target Joao Felix

Manchester United have stepped up their interest in Benfica teenager Joao Felix, who is also being monitored by Chelsea, the Evening Standard report.  The report suggests that United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is keen on bringing the talented youngster to Old Trafford, along with fellow Portuguese midfielder Bruno Fernandes, as he looks to shake up […]

Salomon Kalou hands David Luiz Frankfurt tips ahead of semi-final
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Salomon Kalou hands David Luiz Frankfurt tips ahead of semi-final

David Luiz has admitted that he has spoken to former Chelsea star Salomon Kalou about upcoming Europa League semi-final opponents Eintracht Frankfurt, the Evening Standard report.  Kalou spent six successful seasons at Stamford Bridge and won seven trophies with the Blues, including the Champions League in 2012.  The experienced midfielder now plies his trade in the Bundesliga with Hertha Berlin […]