Chelsea Transfers

[Vesper 30,119]

6 hours ago, Pizy said:

Ideally, yes, but I think the club and Maresca genuinely really like Sancho. Tbf, I won’t be bothered either way. If he stays I’m fine with him as an often used squad player. His production could seriously improve playing with a proper CF for all we know. But if we decide to move on I’m fine with it too so long as we don’t replace him with someone not even as good as he’s been which is spotty. 

Or maybe the club does nothing in the market out wide and makes Tyrique George a bigger part.

I agree, and up until 3 months ago, the kid was only 18!

he has crazy upside

Gittens is soon 21yo (obviously still young as well, but has far more topflight gametime)

George may well be a better (perhaps far better) player at that age (21) than Gittens and Tyrique doesn't cost us 50m, 60m quid (at minimum, as Dortmund are looking to get 80-100 million euros for him, ffs.)

Edited May 10 by Vesper

[Vesper 30,119]

more Fichajes rumours

yet another left-footed AMF/winger!!

[Vesper 30,119]

Exclusive: Chelsea exploring shock move to bring back Antonio Rudiger

https://www.footballtransfers.com/en/transfer-news/tag/exclusive-newsnow/exclusive-Chelsea-transfer-news-antonio-rudiger-real-madrid-steve-kay

FootballTransfers understands that Chelsea are exploring a shock move to bring Antonio Rudiger back to Stamford Bridge.

We have been told that the Blues have reached out to the defender's camp in recent days to be kept informed on Rudiger’s future at Real Madrid, with early groundwork being laid for a potential summer swoop.

The West London side are understood to be "ready to negotiate" if given the green light for a move that would reunite the German superstar with his former club three years after his painful departure on a free transfer.

Rudiger is generally happy at Real Madrid, but a change of scenery could be needed, with sources close to the player informing us that the 32-year-old has become increasingly difficult to deal with in recent months.

One source familiar with recent developments revealed: “It’s been tense. He’s clashed with people in his inner circle, and it’s made discussions on certain matters extremely difficult.”

Most notably, Rudiger is said to have fallen out with his brother and agent, Sahr Senesie, just before Christmas. The exact reason for the dispute is unknown, but it became so heated that the Los Blancos star threatened to cut ties entirely.

Chelsea not worried about Rudiger's personality

Despite the personal drama, Chelsea believe the German international remains a world-class asset. “He’s a leader, a warrior, exactly what this Chelsea dressing room needs,” a club source said. “There’s no fear about his personality. If anything, that fire is what we’re missing.”

And there may be cause for optimism. Rudiger previously spoke with deep affection about his time in London, stating in 2022: "Chelsea will always be in my heart. London will always be my home."

While Real Madrid have yet to take a firm stance, the situation could escalate quickly. In recent months, there has been talk of a potential contract extension, but in light of the player's antics in the Copa del Rey final, which resulted in a six-game ban, the LaLiga giants could reconsider his role in the team.

Moreover, with Eder Militao nearing a return to the pitch and Madrid showing interest in Arsenal’s William Saliba and Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen, the two-time Champions League winner's position may come under threat.

Edited May 10 by Vesper

[MoroccanBlue 5,378]

On 08/05/2025 at 10:46, mkh said:

Viktor Gyokeres is expected to prioritise Arsenal over Man United this summer. Sources claim he has told Ruben Amorim he'll consider a move if Champions League football is guaranteed. [@JBurtTelegraph]

So you’re telling me that United could genuinely finish one place above relegation, yet fluke a way into Champions League, and that would be enough for Gyorkeres? 
 

Absolute bollocks. 

[LAM09 7,043]

26 minutes ago, MoroccanBlue said:

So you’re telling me that United could genuinely finish one place above relegation, yet fluke a way into Champions League, and that would be enough for Gyorkeres? 
 

Absolute bollocks. 

Amorim. He is effectively the guy who help bring Gyorkeres to his current level.

[MoroccanBlue 5,378]

11 minutes ago, LAM09 said:

Amorim. He is effectively the guy who help bring Gyorkeres to his current level.

Still don’t believe it.

United could literally finish 17th. Champions League football or not, no player in their right mind would move to relegation candidates. Least of all a player in their peak years. 

Edited May 10 by MoroccanBlue

[Strike 7,478]

 

Look like Liverpool might sign Frimpong to replace Trent. I was hoping we get him to replace Gusto - Price is reasonable 

[LAM09 7,043]

1 hour ago, MoroccanBlue said:

Still don’t believe it.

United could literally finish 17th. Champions League football or not, no player in their right mind would move to relegation candidates. Least of all a player in their peak years. 

Money talks. They'll be writing this season off as "a one-off" should they EL final. 

27 minutes ago, Strike said:

 

Look like Liverpool might sign Frimpong to replace Trent. I was hoping we get him to replace Gusto - Price is reasonable 

He really isn't a RB. If Liverpool do buy him, he'll be found wanting defensively. 

Edited May 10 by LAM09

[MoroccanBlue 5,378]

20 minutes ago, LAM09 said:

Money talks.

So does a team’s capabilities of winning top silverware. United aren’t even close. They are closer to relegation than fighting for the league. 

[LAM09 7,043]

2 hours ago, MoroccanBlue said:

So does a team’s capabilities of winning top silverware. United aren’t even close. They are closer to relegation than fighting for the league. 

If United win the EL. they will have a piece of silverware (I'd say most clubs would consider that a top trophy with a Super Cup match to follow). For all we know, Arsenal could fail to quality for the CL. Everything isn't always cut and dry.

Edited May 10 by LAM09

[YorkshireBlue 3,268]

7 minutes ago, LAM09 said:

Everything isn't always cut and dry.

Seems to be in this forum when we talk about ourselves 

[Fulham Broadway 17,306]

10 hours ago, Vesper said:

Exclusive: Chelsea exploring shock move to bring back Antonio Rudiger

https://www.footballtransfers.com/en/transfer-news/tag/exclusive-newsnow/exclusive-Chelsea-transfer-news-antonio-rudiger-real-madrid-steve-kay

FootballTransfers understands that Chelsea are exploring a shock move to bring Antonio Rudiger back to Stamford Bridge.

We have been told that the Blues have reached out to the defender's camp in recent days to be kept informed on Rudiger’s future at Real Madrid, with early groundwork being laid for a potential summer swoop.

The West London side are understood to be "ready to negotiate" if given the green light for a move that would reunite the German superstar with his former club three years after his painful departure on a free transfer.

Rudiger is generally happy at Real Madrid, but a change of scenery could be needed, with sources close to the player informing us that the 32-year-old has become increasingly difficult to deal with in recent months.

One source familiar with recent developments revealed: “It’s been tense. He’s clashed with people in his inner circle, and it’s made discussions on certain matters extremely difficult.”

Most notably, Rudiger is said to have fallen out with his brother and agent, Sahr Senesie, just before Christmas. The exact reason for the dispute is unknown, but it became so heated that the Los Blancos star threatened to cut ties entirely.

Chelsea not worried about Rudiger's personality

Despite the personal drama, Chelsea believe the German international remains a world-class asset. “He’s a leader, a warrior, exactly what this Chelsea dressing room needs,” a club source said. “There’s no fear about his personality. If anything, that fire is what we’re missing.”

And there may be cause for optimism. Rudiger previously spoke with deep affection about his time in London, stating in 2022: "Chelsea will always be in my heart. London will always be my home."

While Real Madrid have yet to take a firm stance, the situation could escalate quickly. In recent months, there has been talk of a potential contract extension, but in light of the player's antics in the Copa del Rey final, which resulted in a six-game ban, the LaLiga giants could reconsider his role in the team.

Moreover, with Eder Militao nearing a return to the pitch and Madrid showing interest in Arsenal’s William Saliba and Bournemouth’s Dean Huijsen, the two-time Champions League winner's position may come under threat.

 

[MoroccanBlue 5,378]

Arsenal got Zubimendi.

 

[Vesper 30,119]

9 hours ago, MoroccanBlue said:

Arsenal got Zubimendi.

 

massive buy

now they go for either Isak or Gyökeres or Osimhen I wager

the fall back play if they fail on those 3 is probably Benjamin Sesko, with Ekitike as the 5th option, J David as 6th option

cannot see them going to Delap, he doesnt fit their profile

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7 minutes ago, Vesper said:

massive buy

now they go for either Isak or Gyökeres or Osimhen I wager

the fall back play if they fail on those 3 is probably Benjamin Sesko, with Ekitike as the 5th option, J David as 6th option

cannot see them going to Delap, he doesnt fit their profile

Osimhen would be perfect for them, and they don't seem shy about spending huge on wages (given the stupid money they gave Kai), something like that wouldn't surprise me at all other than for some reason they seem super shy about signing conventional / obvious attackers and prefer to do weird things like buy Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus etc to be "quirky" up front.

They could definitely win the title with that team if they all stay fit.