Ivan Toney interest, Raheem Sterling rejection, and Romeo Lavia update in the latest Chelsea news.

Ivan Toney interest, Raheem Sterling rejection, and Romeo Lavia update in the latest Chelsea news.

Mauricio Pochettino’s comments and the most recent Chelsea news, including updates on Ivan Toney, Reece James, failed loans, and other topics.

One day until Chelsea’s return to action, and for once, Blues supporters are upbeat and, dare we say, excited to see their team practicing. For the first time since March, the group has won back-to-back games, and under Mauricio Pochettino, there is a chance to finish on a high note after a mixed bag of results following the previous international break.

Later today, in addition to football, we’ll hear from the Argentine manager.
With updates on his team’s readiness anticipated, London will bring you the most recent news from Cobham.

After yet another week of issues and niggles, it makes sense why that is where the club members’ focus is right now.

Coach Thomas Frank of Brentford has been talking about Ivan Toney since the forward made his comeback to football earlier this week.
He has been talking about transfers and moving out of the treatment room.
For the most recent information on the 27-year-old and his future, visit this page.
In 2024, the player is predicted to attract offers worth approximately £60 million, some of which may come as early as January.

A week passes without the Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos playing, so there are updates on his situation at Nottingham Forest as well.
We’ll have any additional effects from that going into our match against Crystal Palace this coming weekend.

Pochettino jokes about VAR.

In response to the VAR controversy from the previous weekend, Mauricio Pochettino made a subtly humorous jab at Premier League referees.

Pochettino stated that “it’s two different things.”.
“VAR has my trust. The vehicle has my trust.
however, not the driver.
That is the issue, he informed the press.
“Many years ago, I had a lot of interest in the VAR.
I believe it was a wise choice to keep the cross-the-line (goal-line) technology because it is crucial that the referee take his or her time when a player is offside.

The referee’s need for greater involvement can then be debated.
We all experience pain, making the topic difficult to discuss.
Human error is possible.
It’s hard to understand when that occurs with technology, but we cannot grumble.

“After many years, for me, it’s about making things simpler.
Providing the referees with authority is crucial.
It’s challenging to observe the action through the VAR because everyone who has played football is aware that the situation is different from what is shown on the screen.
This may make the situation worse.

Lavia’s blow

In his pre-game press conference, Pochettino stated that Romeo Lavia “is still not running” and won’t return after the international break.
After moving from Southampton to Chelsea in the summer, the young midfielder has yet to make his Chelsea debut.

Can Broja develop into a top striker?

In his pre-game press conference, Pochettino stated, “We know now for three months when you start to feel the player in a training session, you can feel the potential.
“How he heals now is the main concern.
Because of his exceptional talent and our confidence in him, he played against Fulham and may do so again tomorrow.

He needs some time to feel finished right now.
At least in his body, if not his mind as well.
Your mind can be affected by it occasionally. He is in a great frame of mind right now, and I’m hoping that over the coming weeks he can develop into a player we can really rely on.

Pochettino on Mudryk and Caicedo.

According to Pochettino, Caicedo and Mudryk will both be available for selection for Chelsea’s match against Burnley.
“Yes, both are in the squad; we’ll decide later if they have a chance to start,” the 51-year-old responded.

“Last week, joining us wasn’t easy. I still haven’t made up my mind; I need to consult Jesus and the medical team.
I apologize for being 30 minutes late, but I just got off the training field.

Brentford: Will Toney be sold in January?

Thomas Frank was asked about Ivan Toney’s future at the end of September, but he dismissed rumors that his star player might leave.
“I’m not even thinking about that,” the Brentford manager stated.

Ask me when we’re a little bit closer; I probably won’t be able to answer, but we might be a little bit closer to the actual circumstance, Frank continued.
“As a coach, I’m not interested in selling him.
Of course I want my top athletes.

Naturally, I advise Matt [Benham] or Phil [Giles] to keep the man. Ivan is a world-class athlete, so why would we sell a world-class athlete? I would prefer for him to finish out his contract with Brentford, but that is not my call.

Another rejection for Sterling.

Raheem Sterling’s exclusion from a second straight England call-up has been justified, according to Gareth Southgate.
The 53-year-old said: “We spoke before the last squad and we’ve been happy with the wide players’ performances in the last four games in particular, and in the two in March.” The Three Lions will play Australia in a friendly before facing Italy in another European Championship qualifier.

“The team is doing a great job, and it’s obvious that there’s some stability.
We’ve added Jarrod Bowen in those wide areas, and he’s been playing really well.
He’s scored five goals in seven games, and the Australia game will also provide an opportunity to pick up some new skills.
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