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They say you shouldn't judge a book - or a DVD, in this case - by it's cover. But when a football club as big as Chelsea FC releases a "season review" with a dodgy cover, it is a bit embarrassing. Look very closely at the picture of Petr Cech in the top-right-hand-corner. It might look like the top of his picture has been faded-out, but the reality is this cover is a Microsoft Paint job. Someone's cut off half of poor Petr's head, and, without any remorse, simply clicked the "fill" option and added a block of black paint in the hope no-one would notice. A pretty laughable attempt that certainly points the way that this release is heading in. "Bare-bones" - a word I've used to describe the last two major media releases from Chelsea Football Club. Sadly, it is a word that will again be utilised in the description of the club's latest season review attempt. My major gripes with the reviews from last season - Chelsea FC - Champions of Europe 2012 [DVD] and Chelsea FC - Double Champions! Season Review 2011/12 [DVD] - included the incredibly limited content, the poor visual quality, and the poor quality of the commentary (in terms of Chelsea TV's own Mickey-Mouse coverage as opposed to professional ITV/BBC/Sky Sports/ESPN commentary. One of these aspects has been (partially) covered - the commentary of matches is now mixed; the majority of Premier League games sees official commentary lifted from official coverage of the matches, but most European games continue with Chelsea TV's coverage. It is a step in the right direction, at least - but the best thing here is that with a variety of commentators, listening to the same old voices rattle on all the while doesn't become such a repetitive chore. My gripe about quality isn't such a massive one, but having watched live match coverage, plus Match of the Day and other highlights shows, all in HD for the last five years or so, isn't it about time these season reviews were recorded and delivered to the same standard? Live sport is probably the best exemplar in the difference between standard- and high-definition viewing. Again, sadly, we are left pondering as to which pixel the ball is! Okay, it isn't that bad, but the difference in clarity IS visible. Finally comes my major concern. Yet again we've been "done" in terms of there being NO special features whatsoever. No post-season interviews or Goal of the Season reels. Not even a nod to Frank Lampard becoming the club's top goalscorer - you'd perhaps have thought that his 203 goals might have been put on as a half-hour-long bonus featurette? No chance. That cash-cow will inevitably be released when Frank eventually retires, or moves on. So, once more, we are left with this "bare-bones" product. Yes, we want all the goals from all the games, but a bit of behind-the-scenes footage wouldn't hurt! What about those times when we've had full matches (such as the 2-1 win over Liverpool at the end of the 02/03 campaign, the famous Champions League win at Highbury in 2004, the 2007 FA Cup Final...) all in FULL as bonus features? The times we've seen behind-the-scenes footage from the training ground, and even pre- and post-match interviews? Well, there aren't many of those here at all. Buy this if you HAVE to or, if you're like me, simply want to add it to your collection. But if you're looking for something that commemorates the wonderful achievements of an historic Europa League win (AND finishing in the Champions League spaces at the expense of Tottenham YET AGAIN), and then Frank Lampard's 203 goals, you're better off looking for better-quality highlights on YouTube. This is not a "season review". Going by the Trades Descriptions Act of 1968, a "review" should include some actual reviewing, right? This is a grandiose goals reel. Overall - 3/5 - the intermittent professional commentary just about salvages this DVD. It is a case of being a shade either side of cash-cow mediocrity - I'll leave it up to you whether it's closer to horse-sh*t or brilliance. The truth is these reviews are getting worse and worse. A very underwhelming effort.

I'll think about it next month.

My review on Amazon: They say you shouldn't judge a book - or a DVD, in this case - by it's cover. But when a football club as big as Chelsea FC releases a "season review" with a dodgy cover, it is a bit embarrassing. Look very closely at the picture of Petr Cech in the top-right-hand-corner. It might look like the top of his picture has been faded-out, but the reality is this cover is a Microsoft Paint job. Someone's cut off half of poor Petr's head, and, without any remorse, simply clicked the "fill" option and added a block of black paint in the hope no-one would notice. A pretty laughable attempt that certainly points the way that this release is heading in. "Bare-bones" - a word I've used to describe the last two major media releases from Chelsea Football Club. Sadly, it is a word that will again be utilised in the description of the club's latest season review attempt. My major gripes with the reviews from last season - Chelsea FC - Champions of Europe 2012 [DVD] and Chelsea FC - Double Champions! Season Review 2011/12 [DVD] - included the incredibly limited content, the poor visual quality, and the poor quality of the commentary (in terms of Chelsea TV's own Mickey-Mouse coverage as opposed to professional ITV/BBC/Sky Sports/ESPN commentary. One of these aspects has been (partially) covered - the commentary of matches is now mixed; the majority of Premier League games sees official commentary lifted from official coverage of the matches, but most European games continue with Chelsea TV's coverage. It is a step in the right direction, at least - but the best thing here is that with a variety of commentators, listening to the same old voices rattle on all the while doesn't become such a repetitive chore. My gripe about quality isn't such a massive one, but having watched live match coverage, plus Match of the Day and other highlights shows, all in HD for the last five years or so, isn't it about time these season reviews were recorded and delivered to the same standard? Live sport is probably the best exemplar in the difference between standard- and high-definition viewing. Again, sadly, we are left pondering as to which pixel the ball is! Okay, it isn't that bad, but the difference in clarity IS visible. Finally comes my major concern. Yet again we've been "done" in terms of there being NO special features whatsoever. No post-season interviews or Goal of the Season reels. Not even a nod to Frank Lampard becoming the club's top goalscorer - you'd perhaps have thought that his 203 goals might have been put on as a half-hour-long bonus featurette? No chance. That cash-cow will inevitably be released when Frank eventually retires, or moves on. So, once more, we are left with this "bare-bones" product. Yes, we want all the goals from all the games, but a bit of behind-the-scenes footage wouldn't hurt! What about those times when we've had full matches (such as the 2-1 win over Liverpool at the end of the 02/03 campaign, the famous Champions League win at Highbury in 2004, the 2007 FA Cup Final...) all in FULL as bonus features? The times we've seen behind-the-scenes footage from the training ground, and even pre- and post-match interviews? Well, there aren't many of those here at all. Buy this if you HAVE to or, if you're like me, simply want to add it to your collection. But if you're looking for something that commemorates the wonderful achievements of an historic Europa League win (AND finishing in the Champions League spaces at the expense of Tottenham YET AGAIN), and then Frank Lampard's 203 goals, you're better off looking for better-quality highlights on YouTube. This is not a "season review". Going by the Trades Descriptions Act of 1968, a "review" should include some actual reviewing, right? This is a grandiose goals reel. Overall - 3/5 - the intermittent professional commentary just about salvages this DVD. It is a case of being a shade either side of cash-cow mediocrity - I'll leave it up to you whether it's closer to horse-sh*t or brilliance. The truth is these reviews are getting worse and worse. A very underwhelming effort.

Barebones as ever, then.

I think the cat memes relate to the fact that, deep down, José is a bit softy!

Done. No more username changes for the month of June now then!

Maybe, if he comes back for a third time, he will be this:

What mistake? The only mistake I made was making you a Mod.

Cheers mate!

José Mourinho's first press conference since his long-awaited return to Chelsea was, somewhat surprisingly, a relatively tempered affair. After the furore that came with the self-declaration of his "Special One" tag in June 2004, the older, more mature Mourinho cut a pensive figure as he was interrogated by more than 250 journalists from around the globe. Even his body language was different from the all-guns-blazing approach of yesteryear; he sat slumped back almost languidly in his chair exclaining "I am the Happy One". He would go on to describe himself as more emotionally-mature, calmer, and a degree more mellow than during his previous tenure in charge of the West London club. Sedate, indeed. Naturally, questions were fired in thick and fast with regards to his previous position at Real Madrid; much was made of his controversial reign at the Santiago Bernebeu which included a high-profile difference of opinion with Iker Casillas. Despite frequently claiming in this press conference that no player - or manager - is above the club, Mourinho settled the manner by benching the Spanish superstar. With that came what will surely be acknowledged as implicit words of warning to Chelsea's 'old guard'. "There will be no privileges", Mourinho stated when discussing the opportunity of working again with the likes of Frank Lampard, John Terry and Petr Cech. And, even then, Terry was singled-out by one member of the press, citing how he was left on the sidelines by Rafael Benitez. Managing not to take any cheap-shots at his former rival, Mourinho merely suggesting that Terry "could" again become a fixture in the side. If, therefore, Mourinho has been brought in to oversee the transition of this Chelsea side, emotional attachment will not be a factor. His time in Spain certainly has made Mourinho a more deliberate speaker. Here, he takes time to consider the question before offering a thoughtful answer. He even took the time to converse in his native Portuguese, effortlessly switching between tongues as he translated himself for the benefit of all - claiming that Paulo Ferreira, the last of the Portuguese incumbent at the club, and his first signing in 2004, would definitely be moving on - before chatting with representatives of Latin American and Belgian media. Few inclinations were offered as to the club's - and Mourinho's - transfer targets, but the Portuguese certainly made it clear that he and the board were singing from the same hymn-sheet. Stating that it was "normal" to try and target a couple of new players to improve the team, Mourinho suggested his primary goal is to work with the "young boys", namely the likes of Juan Mata, Oscar and Eden Hazard. Unlike in his previous carnation as Blues boss, funny moments were few and far between. A genuine laugh was raised when Mourinho quite honestly admitted he dislikes doing press conferences, but any bridge-burning was averted by the suggestion that the British media are "far from the worst". No clues needed in that one, José. But whilst Mourinho - who, judging from his comments, made it quite clear in his own mind he wanted to leave Madrid as long as eight months ago - has moved on from what he would describe as a successful time in the Spanish capital, Barcelona remain obsessed in his every action. The man mocked as "The Translator" in Catalonia has this weekend been accused of "damaging Spanish football" by Andrés Iniesta. Mourinho's answer showed that whilst his personality may have mellowed to a degree, but combative spark is far from extinguished: "I damaged Spanish football by ending Barcelona's dominance. It was dominance without an end. But Madrid won the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona, it won the Supercup against Barcelona, and it won the historical title of 100 points and 121 goals against Barcelona. It was a fantastic time at Madrid, at a big club. I wouldn't change it for anything". I think it is relatively safe to say that in this war of words, Mourinho is the definite victor. Yet despite a myriad of questions mentioning the term "stability", Mourinho was seemingly as far from fazed as can be. Asserting his position, the Portuguese acknowledged that he is ready to work alongside the board, who share a mutual ideology for the future with him. And when questioned on his relationship with Roman Abramovich, Mourinho again failed to give little away: "it was a mutual decision [to leave], and a fair one. I respect the decision, because two years later, Chelsea won another title". José went on to say that his relationship with Abramovich never deteriorated - and maintained that the respect between the two, and the fact the agreement to move on in 2007 was one made in lieu of the club's best interests, was something that enabled him to make his dramatic return to the club in the first place. Mourinho rarely takes few prisoners, but he is no longer of the same uncompromising ilk we saw nine years ago. In his words, "a lot has changed", and he himself is now a far more mature person. Mourinho believes he is reaching the peak of his career, noting that at the age of 50, he is still young for a manager. Perhaps, then, the best is yet to come? Everything from this press conference seems to point towards the long-term; towards "stability". Mourinho has a four-year contract at Stamford Bridge and expressed quite clearly that in 2017, should the club want to extend that contract then he would be open to negotiation. Indeed, that may well sound merry, but the reality is this is a manager who has failed to last longer than three whole campaigns at a single club. Yet Mourinho wants to be respected for what he has achieved in the past, and loved for what he may do in the future. That makes the Chelsea job the perfect match for someone who has moved on from being the typical Portuguese - an adventurer. Mourinho quite firmly believes the future of this club is bright, with a mix of young players approaching their prime, and a host of experienced heads from whom they can learn valuable experience. Though he was unwilling to give too much away, he did acknowledge that young Belgian prospects Romelu Lukaku and Kevin de Bruyne would be part of Chelsea's squad for next season. The Special One ended on the note of comparison. Saying that he now walks into a Chelsea that is very different from the club that he entered in 2004, Mourinho's end-note was one of contribution and legacy, and before he swaggered out of the Stamford Bridge press hall, his face defined by a muted half-smile he barely even tried to contain, the Portuguese said "victory and silverware is nothing new in this club. It is now time for a different approach to try and win more". Should he succeed in that approach, Mourinho will only continue to be adored in this part of the world. Click here to view the article

A transcript of the highlights from José's conference: Mourinho's first press conference - LIVE! 14.32 - JM: "Thank you". He then takes a sip of water, and swaggers out of the press conference. 14.31 - JM: "If I speak about my weaknesses, I have to say I try to improve on them all the time. But you don't speak weakness with the enemy. Every player and manager has weaknesses. I keep to myself my weaknesses - there are not many - and I try to improve". 14.30 - JM: "A couple of new signings is normal. The main objective is to improve what we already have". 14.29 - JM: "We now have 60 players because according to the media we signed 20 new players this week". 14.28 - JM: "I start working with the current squad, even the ones I think I know in every aspect. They are not the same, they've changed. Even the group of boys from my time here have all changed. I need to meet them again. For the others, I watched them on TV only". 14.27 - JM: "We are prepared for a different era for a different profile. A football team without the fingerprint of the manager is not a team". 14.25 - JM: "I think I come into this club in different periods. Earlier, Chelsea needed the final push and direction for winning trophies. But now it is about a case of winning more successes in the future. We are focussed on contribution and legacy. Victory and silverware is nothing new in this club. It is now time for a different approach to try and win more". 14.22 - JM: "I want to meet Kevin de Bruyne and Lukaku. It is fair for the players to be the first to know about their future. I am not just speaking about Kevin and Romelu. I had a chance to speak with some players. I need time to meet them and speak. "But because you (the reporter quizzing José over the young Belgians' futures) are Belgian, I will tell you Kevin and Romelu are ready to be part of Chelsea's squad". 14.19 - JM: "Paulo Ferreira has finished his contract. It is time for him to think about something else. I am not thinking about buying any new Portuguese players! It is not something to think about now". 14.15 - JM: "Roman and I decided together (when Mourinho left in 2007). It was a good decision because in 2010 Chelsea won the title again. To arrive in the first season and win the title was fantastic. But Roman's decision was fair, I accept it". 14.14 - JM: "I am happy Chelsea won the Champions League. Bayern deserved it this year. But I say with pride that I managed Madrid". 14.13 - Reporter: "Iniesta has said to the Spanish media that you have "destroyed Spanish football". What do you say to that? JM: "I damaged Spanish football by ending Barcelona's dominance. It was dominance without an end. But Madrid won the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona, it won the Supercup against Barcelona, and it won the historical title of 100 points and 121 goals against Barcelona. It was a fantastic time at Madrid, at a big club. We couldn't get our ambition of the Champions League. It is difficult". 14.11 - Reporter: "Were you hurt by United & City not offering their jobs?" JM: "No. I wouldn't change anything. I accepted this immediately. I think I need this challenge. The idea of "coming back home" is not easy! Sometimes you have to try hard". 14.09 - JM: "In 2004, Arsenal was the best team. Now, Man United and Man City are the best teams. Arsenal and Tottenham are coming up". 14.08 - JM: "I will not have one word about Benitez's decisions. I can say about the future only. I will meet John Terry in July. John might become a very important player again for the club". 14.07 - JM: "My decisions are based on meritocracy. There is no advantage for any player. My honesty is one of my good qualities". 14.06 - JM: "What happened last season with Casillas? I played the players who were the best for the team. I want good relations. I am honest. If someone has a big profile, I cannot give him a privilege for selection. It is a football decision, based on who deserves it". 14.04 - JM: "Chelsea has to focus in every competition. I cannot prioritise, everything is important. The Champions League cannot be an obsession. I want to win it a 3rd time. It is not an obsession for Chelsea now, they have won it". 14.00 - JM: "I am still a bit disappointed that I am going to go back but I go to Old Trafford, and Sir Alex is not the manager! Wenger is still [at Arsenal] but I am happy about that. I am happy for Brendan Rodgers, Steve Clarke and Andre Villas-Boas too. I am happy to wish the best to Steve, André and Brendan. Pellegrini in City has also the maturity and quality to do a good job". 13.59 - JM: "There is a group of young boys. Chelsea did well with them. I am happy to work with them to improve them. There is always the ambition to improve the squad to add different qualities. But now I must improve the boys already here". 13.58 - JM: "There are still a few boys here from my time, which is always good. They gave their absolute everything to me when I was here. It is no privilege to the older players that I am back. It is important to make it clear they have no advantage". 13.57 - JM: "I had to make the best decision for my happiness. As soon as Chelsea offered, I made my mind up". 13.56 - JM: "I have to work hard and show the club I am here to work hard and stay until the last day of this contract. If the club want me to stay after the four years, I will be happy". 13.53 - Reporter: "Do you love the press conferences?" JM: "No. I cannot give a big headline, but I will try to be honest!" 13.49 - JM: "I thought I knew everything. After 13 years, I now know I knew nothing back then after my adventures in England, Italy and Spain. I am still very young as a manager. This is a different approach and way of looking at things. I am the same personality". 13.47 - JM: "I want to be respected by what I did in the past, but I want to be loved for what I can do from now". 13.46 - JM: "The board and me all want the same. We are in a moment where there is maturity and we have the same perspectives". 13.44 - JM: "I don't regret leaving because I went to Inter where I had the best moments of my career. Then I went to Madrid and broke records. it is because it was a mutual decision, and because no relationships were broken, that I am back here today". 13.42 - JM: "It is not true that there is a bad relationship with Roman. I was not sacked. It was a mutual agreement, and for the best". 13.41 - JM: "I want to believe it is possible to stay here for three years or more. I know the kind of mentality and ambition this club has". 13.40 - Reporter: "Are you still the Special One?" JM: "I am the Happy One. Times flies. Since then, a lot of things have happened" 13.38 - Mourinho is swarmed by a host of photographers, completely blocking the television cameras! 13.37 - and here he is! 13.32 - well, he's keeping us waiting. Shouldn't be surprised at that! 13.28 - Security personnel are in place and the cameras are rolling - all eyes turned to the entrance José will enter through. 13.23 - José's arrival is imminent. The press are getting restless, and there is a hum of anticipation. Mourinho has them on tenterhooks and he isn't even at the stadium yet. 13.08 - make that 15,000... 13.01 - there are almost 13,000 people already watching the conference live on YouTube. 12.55 - and now Mr. Glanvill is showing us exactly what it looks like from Mourinho's seat... 12.47 - Rick Glanvill has just posted this photo on Twitter of all the camera crews packed into the press hall at Stamford Bridge... 12.41 - anticipation is building, with there being a little over 45 minutes until Mourinho's first press conference as Chelsea's new manager.

In addition to the Twitter feed, I'll be updating this thread with what's said in the presser.

50 minutes to go!

The usual start time for CFC pressers is 12.45pm. Hence why the timer is fucked.

I'm not. This is Chelsea we're on about here, Dave.

It kicks off at 1.30pm. Even says so on the Chelsea website.

Yes - it really is happening. José Mourinho has returned to Chelsea. Today - Monday, June 10th - is the day of his first press conference as Chelsea manager. Coverage of the press conference will be shown in the UK by Sky Sports News, and will be streamed worldwide by the club's official YouTube page - you can head over there by following this link. It all kicks off at approximately 1.30pm BST (GMT+1). TalkChelsea's official Twitter page will be covering the entirety of the press conference, and you can also discuss it in full in our specialpress conferences thread. Click here to view the article Mourinho's first press conference - LIVE! 14.32 - JM: "Thank you". He then takes a sip of water, and swaggers out of the press conference. 14.31 - JM: "If I speak about my weaknesses, I have to say I try to improve on them all the time. But you don't speak weakness with the enemy. Every player and manager has weaknesses. I keep to myself my weaknesses - there are not many - and I try to improve". 14.30 - JM: "A couple of new signings is normal. The main objective is to improve what we already have". 14.29 - JM: "We now have 60 players because according to the media we signed 20 new players this week". 14.28 - JM: "I start working with the current squad, even the ones I think I know in every aspect. They are not the same, they've changed. Even the group of boys from my time here have all changed. I need to meet them again. For the others, I watched them on TV only". 14.27 - JM: "We are prepared for a different era for a different profile. A football team without the fingerprint of the manager is not a team". 14.25 - JM: "I think I come into this club in different periods. Earlier, Chelsea needed the final push and direction for winning trophies. But now it is about a case of winning more successes in the future. We are focussed on contribution and legacy. Victory and silverware is nothing new in this club. It is now time for a different approach to try and win more". 14.22 - JM: "I want to meet Kevin de Bruyne and Lukaku. It is fair for the players to be the first to know about their future. I am not just speaking about Kevin and Romelu. I had a chance to speak with some players. I need time to meet them and speak. "But because you (the reporter quizzing José over the young Belgians' futures) are Belgian, I will tell you Kevin and Romelu are ready to be part of Chelsea's squad". 14.19 - JM: "Paulo Ferreira has finished his contract. It is time for him to think about something else. I am not thinking about buying any new Portuguese players! It is not something to think about now". 14.15 - JM: "Roman and I decided together (when Mourinho left in 2007). It was a good decision because in 2010 Chelsea won the title again. To arrive in the first season and win the title was fantastic. But Roman's decision was fair, I accept it". 14.14 - JM: "I am happy Chelsea won the Champions League. Bayern deserved it this year. But I say with pride that I managed Madrid". 14.13 - Reporter: "Iniesta has said to the Spanish media that you have "destroyed Spanish football". What do you say to that? JM: "I damaged Spanish football by ending Barcelona's dominance. It was dominance without an end. But Madrid won the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona, it won the Supercup against Barcelona, and it won the historical title of 100 points and 121 goals against Barcelona. It was a fantastic time at Madrid, at a big club. We couldn't get our ambition of the Champions League. It is difficult". 14.11 - Reporter: "Were you hurt by United & City not offering their jobs?" JM: "No. I wouldn't change anything. I accepted this immediately. I think I need this challenge. The idea of "coming back home" is not easy! Sometimes you have to try hard". 14.09 - JM: "In 2004, Arsenal was the best team. Now, Man United and Man City are the best teams. Arsenal and Tottenham are coming up". 14.08 - JM: "I will not have one word about Benitez's decisions. I can say about the future only. I will meet John Terry in July. John might become a very important player again for the club". 14.07 - JM: "My decisions are based on meritocracy. There is no advantage for any player. My honesty is one of my good qualities". 14.06 - JM: "What happened last season with Casillas? I played the players who were the best for the team. I want good relations. I am honest. If someone has a big profile, I cannot give him a privilege for selection. It is a football decision, based on who deserves it". 14.04 - JM: "Chelsea has to focus in every competition. I cannot prioritise, everything is important. The Champions League cannot be an obsession. I want to win it a 3rd time. It is not an obsession for Chelsea now, they have won it". 14.00 - JM: "I am still a bit disappointed that I am going to go back but I go to Old Trafford, and Sir Alex is not the manager! Wenger is still [at Arsenal] but I am happy about that. I am happy for Brendan Rodgers, Steve Clarke and Andre Villas-Boas too. I am happy to wish the best to Steve, André and Brendan. Pellegrini in City has also the maturity and quality to do a good job". 13.59 - JM: "There is a group of young boys. Chelsea did well with them. I am happy to work with them to improve them. There is always the ambition to improve the squad to add different qualities. But now I must improve the boys already here". 13.58 - JM: "There are still a few boys here from my time, which is always good. They gave their absolute everything to me when I was here. It is no privilege to the older players that I am back. It is important to make it clear they have no advantage". 13.57 - JM: "I had to make the best decision for my happiness. As soon as Chelsea offered, I made my mind up". 13.56 - JM: "I have to work hard and show the club I am here to work hard and stay until the last day of this contract. If the club want me to stay after the four years, I will be happy". 13.53 - Reporter: "Do you love the press conferences?" JM: "No. I cannot give a big headline, but I will try to be honest!" 13.49 - JM: "I thought I knew everything. After 13 years, I now know I knew nothing back then after my adventures in England, Italy and Spain. I am still very young as a manager. This is a different approach and way of looking at things. I am the same personality". 13.47 - JM: "I want to be respected by what I did in the past, but I want to be loved for what I can do from now". 13.46 - JM: "The board and me all want the same. We are in a moment where there is maturity and we have the same perspectives". 13.44 - JM: "I don't regret leaving because I went to Inter where I had the best moments of my career. Then I went to Madrid and broke records. it is because it was a mutual decision, and because no relationships were broken, that I am back here today". 13.42 - JM: "It is not true that there is a bad relationship with Roman. I was not sacked. It was a mutual agreement, and for the best". 13.41 - JM: "I want to believe it is possible to stay here for three years or more. I know the kind of mentality and ambition this club has". 13.40 - Reporter: "Are you still the Special One?" JM: "I am the Happy One. Times flies. Since then, a lot of things have happened" 13.38 - Mourinho is swarmed by a host of photographers, completely blocking the television cameras! 13.37 - and here he is! 13.32 - well, he's keeping us waiting. Shouldn't be surprised at that! 13.28 - Security personnel are in place and the cameras are rolling - all eyes turned to the entrance José will enter through. 13.23 - José's arrival is imminent. The press are getting restless, and there is a hum of anticipation. Mourinho has them on tenterhooks and he isn't even at the stadium yet. 13.08 - make that 15,000... 13.01 - there are almost 13,000 people already watching the conference live on YouTube. 12.55 - and now Mr. Glanvill is showing us exactly what it looks like from Mourinho's seat... 12.47 - Rick Glanvill has just posted this photo on Twitter of all the camera crews packed into the press hall at Stamford Bridge... 12.41 - anticipation is building, with there being a little over 45 minutes until Mourinho's first press conference as Chelsea's new manager. Click here to view the article

Costs a lot of money to recall players from their loans, though, unless Atletico have agreed to a recall-clause.

Not being funny here - I think Jamal has a good career ahead of him (albeit not at Chelsea...), but if Cech suffers a recurrence of his serious calf and/or elbow injuries and is out for 2-3 months, do you want Blackman as our number 1? I don't...

^ someone was taught well by his parents! Balotelli, I'll change it tomorrow for you.

Yes what?

Mark Schwarzer's available on a free.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7xUzgulIzM You can't do that if you're shit.

Madness. That's like saying Ancelotti should have gotten rid of Anelka and Kalou because they're only good enough for 15 goals a season

[PotentialBullshitAlert]Heard from a "reputable" source his arrival will be announced by Wednesday.[/PotentialBullshitAlert]