Gary Gowers is a sports journalist and the editor of Read Everton, where he leads daily coverage of Everton news, transfers and analysis. He also writes about Manchester City for Read Man City and motorsport for Read Motorsport. A former accountant, he became a freelance writer in 2011 and has written for BBC Sport and Metro.
Chelsea’s sporting department is facing another change following news of Laurence Stewart’s impending departure, while the club continue to be linked with potential additions to their squad. Alex Scott and Palmeiras teenager Eduardo Conceicao have both featured in Thursday’s transfer coverage, with Xabi Alonso also preparing his players for Saturday’s Premier League meeting with Bournemouth. […]
Chelsea have reportedly made contact with Palmeiras as they attempt to gain an early advantage in the race to sign Brazilian teenager Eduardo Conceicao. The 16-year-old forward has attracted attention from several leading European clubs, but Chelsea are understood to be among the first to establish direct contact with Palmeiras over a potential future transfer. […]
Bournemouth’s determination to keep Alex Scott has done little to discourage Chelsea, who remain among the leading contenders to sign the England midfielder. The Blues had a £64m bid rejected during the summer, but their interest has continued into the new season. According to Matt Law of The Telegraph, Chelsea are at the front of […]
There will be no live UK television coverage of Chelsea’s return to Premier League action against Bournemouth on Saturday afternoon. Xabi Alonso’s side host the Cherries at Stamford Bridge in a traditional 3pm kick-off, with the fixture falling within the Saturday afternoon broadcasting blackout. That means supporters unable to attend will need to follow the […]
Laurence Stewart is set to leave Chelsea by mutual consent after almost four years at Stamford Bridge, with the club opting to redistribute his responsibilities rather than appoint a direct replacement. The departure is understood to be amicable and won’t take immediate effect. Stewart could continue attending matches before formally leaving, following discussions with co-owner […]
