Ryan Darby

Ryan Darby

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Chelsea open Lampard talks as they prepare for Sarri’s departure
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Chelsea open Lampard talks as they prepare for Sarri’s departure

Chelsea have reportedly opened talks with Frank Lampard regarding the managerial role at Stamford Bridge. According to Goal, Chelsea bosses have held talks with the club’s former midfielder as he continues to emerge as the front runner for the job. An official announcement regarding Sarri’s future is expected in the coming days, with it looking increasingly […]

Allegri rejects the chance to replace Sarri at Chelsea
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Allegri rejects the chance to replace Sarri at Chelsea

Massimo Allegri has reportedly rejected the chance to take over at Chelsea, according to reports in Italy. As per La Repubblica, as cited on Calcio Mercato, the former Juventus boss is not interested in replacing Maurizio Sarri. A potential job swap had been rumoured, with the Chelsea head coach expected to join the Old lady this summer. […]

Chelsea make contact with Benitez as potential Sarri replacement
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Chelsea make contact with Benitez as potential Sarri replacement

Chelsea have reportedly made contact with Newcastle United boss and former interim manager Rafa Benitez as a potential replacement for Maurizio Sarri. According to Italian outlet Tuttosport, Chelsea are considering a move for the Spaniard and their interest is delaying the impending move to Juventus for Maurizio Sarri. Chelsea want to bring in a replacement before confirming […]

Chelsea could pull out of Kovacic deal
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Chelsea could pull out of Kovacic deal

Chelsea could pull out of a permanent deal to sign Mateo Kovacic from Real Madrid this summer. According to the Evening Standard, Maurizio Sarri’s impending move to Juventus has cast serious doubts over a deal for the Croatian midfielder, despite initial talks with Real Madrid taking place. While Chelsea have no official option to buy, Kovacic […]

Eden Hazard leaves Chelsea for Real Madrid
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Eden Hazard leaves Chelsea for Real Madrid

Chelsea have confirmed that Eden Hazard has left the club to join Real Madrid, in a deal believed to be worth £88million. In a statement released by the club, they confirm the Belgian has ended his seven-year stay at Stamford Bridge, in a deal that has been expected for some time. Twitter: We have reached […]

Sarri deal could be agreed as early as today with further talks taking place
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Sarri deal could be agreed as early as today with further talks taking place

Chelsea and Juventus are believed to be holding more meetings today and could reach an agreement over a deal for Maurizio Sarri. According to reports from Alfredo Pedulla, a deal could be completed as early as today or tomorrow for the Italian head coach. He adds that Juventus are insistent on adding Emerson Palmieri to […]

Chelsea launch appeal against their two-window transfer ban
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Chelsea launch appeal against their two-window transfer ban

It has been confirmed this morning that Chelsea have appealed their transfer ban through the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). As reported by the Daily Mail, CAS released a statement this morning revealing that they have received Chelsea’s approach. The appeal process remains in its early stages and Chelsea are yet to try and have […]

Allegri learning English amid rising links to the Premier League
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Allegri learning English amid rising links to the Premier League

Massimo Allegri is said to be learning English amid increasing links to the Premier League, in particularly Chelsea. The former Juventus boss has been touted as one of the names that could replace Maurizio Sarri, who ironically, appears to be on his way to Turin to become Allegri’s successor. The latter has been heavily linked […]

Can Chelsea seriously challenge for the title without Eden Hazard?
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Can Chelsea seriously challenge for the title without Eden Hazard?

Chelsea are facing a defining summer as they prepare to lose both Eden Hazard and potentially Maurizio Sarri. The Belgian is poised to complete his long-awaited dream move to Real Madrid, where he will work under the stewardship of his boyhood idol Zinedine Zidane. While he leaves Chelsea with a European Cup, next season could be […]

Manolas waiting for Sarri’s future to be resolved
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Manolas waiting for Sarri’s future to be resolved

Kostas Manolas is waiting for Maurizio Sarri’s future to be resolved before making a decision on his next move. The Greek defender, who it has previously been reported has offers to join Chelsea or Manchester United in the summer, has been suggested as a potential target for Juventus, should Sarri take the job. The former […]

Chelsea reluctant to hire Allegri this summer
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Chelsea reluctant to hire Allegri this summer

Chelsea are said to be reluctant to appoint Massimo Allegri this summer, with the club worried about bringing in a third consecutive Italian manager. According to ESPN, Watford’s Javi Gracia has joined Frank Lampard on the shortlist of potential replacements, with Maurizio Sarri looking set for Juventus. Gracia has won himself plenty of admirers at Stamford […]

Rob Green announces retirement from football
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Rob Green announces retirement from football

Rob Green has announced his retirement from professional football after Wednesday’s midweek victory against Arsenal in Baku. As reported by Henry Winter, Green released a statement that confirmed he would be hanging up his gloves after 20 years as a professional. While he has not been involved on the pitch much during his time with the […]