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This summer, Rio Ferdinand chooses a Chelsea player as his “dream” addition to Manchester United.

Rio Ferdinand revealed the name of his dream Manchester United signing this summer and it turns out to be a Chelsea player.
Ferdinand spoke about the transfers on FIVE’s YouTube channel this week.

Interesting comments were made. And the former USA and England defender wants Chelsea’s Levi Colwill to arrive at Old Trafford this summer as his dream signing.

But of course we know that is highly unlikely because, as I was told and reported on my personal Substack page last week, new Chelsea head coach Mauricio Pochettino is adamant that Colwill has a bright future in bridge. And frankly, Ferdinand even admits it.

He says: “If I could have him, my dream would be [Levi] Colwill. But I think Chelsea will keep him. I think they’ve seen how good he is now.”

And he’s absolutely right, Chelsea have seen how good he is and have every intention of not only developing him but also offering him a new contract and a key role at the club, which of course is a excellent news.

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Trevoh Chalobah speaks out regarding Chelsea’s future amid Inter Milan transfer links

Trevoh Chalobah has been linked with a move to Inter Milan and has spent some of his free time in Italy amid speculation over his Chelsea future

Trevoh Chalobah has left the possibility of a move to Italy open amid interest from Inter Milan, but noted his focus is on Chelsea at the moment. The Blues defender is currently on holiday in the country while Chelsea are yet to return for pre-season.

football.london understood that the 23-year-old also had to decide whether or not Milan was a suitable place to live.

It is believed that the defender was set for a meeting over a potential move to Internazionale, where a deal is being negotiated with Chelsea.

Chalobah was linked with a move from Stamford Bridge 12 months ago when, alongside Tottenham, Inter and Roma were also interested in a possible move.

The Cobham product ultimately remained in west London and was one of the most successful clubs under Graham Potter and Frank Lampard.

From today’s perspective, he will face a lot of competition in the 2023/24 season.

Chelsea will add Levi Colwill to their ranks after his loan spell at Brighton, with Wesley Fofana, Benoit Badiashile, Thiago Silva and Kalidou Koulibaly also providing competition.

The latter could still leave the club as Mauricio Pochettino is known to bet on a back four instead of a back three. The season could be difficult for some who don’t have European football.

Regular playing time is said to be one of Chalobah’s priorities heading into EURO 2024 next season.

The former Lorient player made 33 appearances for Les Bleus last season, mostly as a central defender. football.london are aware that Inter would have to put a lot of effort into signing him.

Speaking to Sky Sports in Milan, Chalobah was cautious about his future but praised Italy and Serie A.

He said: “Obviously you don’t know what the future holds. I also played in France when I was loaned out there, in England and you never know.”

Playing in a new destination is something the player has to experience. You don’t know what the future holds for you. Italy is a beautiful country and the Italian league is also very good. You don’t know what the future holds for you.

I’m still a Chelsea player and my focus is on Chelsea, but you never know what the future holds. I like it here in Italy, the weather is nice, the people are nice, the food is good and I enjoy my time here.

Chalobah’s future is yet to be decided, but with Pochettino set to build a new culture at Chelsea after his squad was downsized, the young defender could play a key role.

Former caretaker manager Frank Lampard has been very positive about Chalobah’s candidacy during his time at the club.

The former Chelsea midfielder said: “It was good and I appreciate what a quality player he is. The biggest picture is how he engages since I’ve been back. C It’s a pleasure to train with him every day because he comes with enthusiasm.

He’s easy to deal with and when you talk about the things you want he tries to implement them on the pitch – which is a good thing.”

June 20, 2023
Mauricio Pochettino prepared his dream £68m striker deal after Chelsea scheduling Nicolas Jackson medical

Chelsea have the tough task of reducing a bloated squad this summer and while they need to beat some players, Mauricio Pochettino remains keen to strengthen his options further.

As Chelsea begin preparing for the departure of N’Golo Kante, Hakim Ziyech and Kalidou Koulibaly, Olympique Lyonnais have reportedly opened a sale – and some diamonds in the rough are up for grabs.

Mauricio Pochettino has been tasked with the difficult task of bringing down a bloated side this summer and while he has some players to beat, the 51-year-old remains keen to bolster his options further.

The Blues have been heavily linked this summer with the likes of Nicolas Jackson, Moises Caicedo and Romeo Lavia, with Cristopher Nkunku expected to follow suit.

But now Pochettino has had the unique opportunity to invade one of France’s most formidable clubs.

Lyon were bought by an American investor named John Textor late last year, with the 57-year-old since he became club chairman.

And according to RMC Sport, Les Gones will have to raise £111million to avoid sanctions from the Direction Nationale du Contrôle de Gestion, the body which oversees the accounts of French football clubs.

Thiago Mendes

With Lyon desperate to raise funds, several players have been made available for transfers this summer, including Rayan Cherki, Thiago Mendes and Castello Lukeba.

The trio were regulars in the France first team last season and despite their impressive performances, they were available for much less than the market price.

According to L’Equipe, Chelsea tried to sign Lukeba last year but his £38million offer was rejected by Lyon. In a bid to force an exit this summer, the report says the 20-year-old defender was looking to switch agents in April – but it remains to be seen whether he was successful in changing agents.

As for Mendes, he would certainly provide plenty of cover in midfield while the Blues can still get their hands on Caicedo and Lavia, while Cherki scored four goals and six assists in 34 Ligue 1 games last season after being linked on a transfer. to Paris Saint-Germain in January.

With a few busy weeks ahead, Chelsea have already landed a deal for a Lyon star: Malo Gusto. After signing for the Blues in the final week of the January transfer window, he rejoined the French side on loan until the end of the season.

West Londoners reportedly paid around £26m, including add-ons, for the then 19-year-old right-back. Chelsea were to benefit significantly from Gusto’s reception at Stamford Bridge in the winter, with Reece James’ injury record becoming an issue.

But they could not agree on this as part of the deal. Pochettino will be delighted to team up with two of the most exciting young full-backs on his arrival at Cobham training ground on July 1 – and perhaps Gusto can take Cherki along…

June 19, 2023
Romeo Lavia to Chelsea transfer: Arsenal struggle, talks opened, Man City clause, Man Utd stance

Southampton star Romeo Lavia has been heavily linked with a move to Chelsea as Mauricio Pochettino looks to sign two new central midfielders

Romeo Lavia is one of the many midfield targets Chelsea are interested in ahead of the summer transfer market.

Following their failed attempt to sign Manuel Ugarte from Sporting CP and coupled with the pursuit of Moises Caicedo, the Blues have opened talks with Southampton to sign Lavia, football.

london has learned.
The 19-year-old made 35 appearances for Saints and has impressed despite relegation from the Premier League.

Lavia only arrived at St Mary’s from Manchester City last summer and after a few brilliant performances, Chelsea applied to sign him, but he ended up staying on the south coast and scoring the winner against Chelsea a few weeks later.

Mauricio Pochettino would like two new midfielders and football.london understands that no progress has been made to sign Lavia rather than moves to bring in Caicedo.

Probably aware of the level Lavia can reach, Southampton remain firm on his valuation, which is between £40m and £50m.

That said, football.london has finalized the latest updates linking the Belgian midfielder to a summer move to Stamford Bridge.

Arsenal are interested in signing Lavia this summer and he could be a major obstacle for Chelsea if they want to sign the teenage sensation

“Arsenal have a concrete and strong interest in Romeo Lavia,” tweeted Fabrizio Romano. “His relationship with the pitch is excellent, the talks have already taken place.

“Timing will be crucial as Chelsea remain interested. Manchester United appreciates Lavia, but is not progressing yet. The city’s buyout clause is only valid in 2024,” Romano said.

Chelsea open talks

Chelsea have opened talks with Southampton to sign Romeo Lavia this summer, football.london has learned.

The Blues are hoping to significantly boost their midfield in the upcoming transfer window, with the 19-year-old seen by many at Stamford Bridge as a perfect asset.

Chelsea will have to give up between £40m and £50m to sign Southampton midfielder Romeo Lavia this summer, according to the Daily Mail.

One possible reason for the Saints’ high rating is the three clauses included in his contract following his departure from Manchester City.

The first concerns City’s ability to match any offer that comes in for Lavia with a buyout clause – believed to be in the region of £40m – which is also included in his contract.

The final clause entitles City to 20% of any future sale, meaning they would receive £10m if Chelsea paid £50m for Lavia.

Role of Eden Hazard

Southampton’s Romeo Lavia spoke to Chelsea legend Eden Hazard. about his experience at Stamford Bridge with the Blues interested in signing him.

According to a report by the Express, Lavia’s compatriot is said to have actively encouraged him to jump at the chance to join the Blues should the opportunity arise.
Secret weapon

Chelsea may have a secret weapon in their hands in their pursuit of Romeo Lavia’s transfer in the form of playmaker Joe Shields.

The former Southampton boss has negotiated Lavia’s move from Manchester City to Southampton and would therefore like to do the same in his new position in west London.

June 18, 2023
After Nicolas Jackson’s transfer to Chelsea, Mauricio Pochettino will have to make two important transfer decisions.

Given that Mauricio Pochettino is expected to take over as manager, Nicolas Jackson could be among the first players to sign with Chelsea this summer.

The transfer window is open, and Chelsea’s to-do list doesn’t seem to be lacking. A number of midfielders, including Mateo Kovacic, N’Golo Kante, and Ruben Loftus-Cheek, appear to be on the verge of leaving the club. They are expected to compete for the services of Moises Caicedo and have been approached about players like Mason Mount and Kai Havertz.

But Chelsea’s search for a striker appears to be one of their most advanced deals. The Blues’ struggles in front of goal have meant a new forward has long been among the club’s top priorities, especially with Romelu Lukaku another player expected to leave in addition to Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.

According to reports, Nicolas Jackson’s personal terms have already been agreed upon by the Blues, and they are getting ready to trigger his release clause with Villarreal, which is reportedly in the neighborhood of £30 million. It will undoubtedly be a more attractive price than what Napoli would ask for Victor Osimhen, there is little doubt about that.

In what could be considered a breakthrough season, Jackson scored 12 goals in 26 La Liga games for the Yellow Submarine in 2022–23. Even though he is only 21, he is far from perfect and has faced challenges.

Jackson struggled under Unai Emery when given a strict role focused on maintaining the team’s shape and pressing, but was given more freedom under Quique Setien in a system focused on chance creation and was able to use his pace and strength both on and off the ball. The fact that nine of his goals came in his season’s final eight games is telling.

However, it would seem that such a signing would leave Mauricio Pochettino in charge of a number of choices. Jackson, who is only 21 years old, still has much to prove and is capable of taking over as the team’s starter, but it is unclear whether Chelsea plans to sign a different, more seasoned striker. A quick-delivery person is definitely needed by the club.

If the west London club is successful in acquiring the striker, it would be in line with the club’s goals to recruit the top young talent. The first team’s ambition has been made clear through the signings of players like Benoit Badiashile, Noni Madueke, Mykhailo Mudryk, Wesley Fofana, Carney Chukwuemeka, and Enzo Fernandez, as well as Omari Hutchinson and Cesare Casadei for the development team.

Additionally, Armando Broja and David Datro Fofana will face direct competition as a result. The latter will undoubtedly be evaluated by his new manager, but considering how little he played at the end of the previous campaign, it’s possible that, having joined in January, he would be better suited to a loan.

Broja was acquired by Chelsea on a six-year deal after the transfer window closed in 2022 after Chelsea rejected interest from West Ham last summer. Prior to being forced to miss the rest of the season due to injury sustained during the World Cup break, the forward was a part of the first team setup.

After months of recovery alongside others like Tino Anjorin, Broja is getting ready to return for preseason, and the forward already seems to be attracting some interest. The Cohbam product, like Jackson, is only 21 years old. He scored once in 286 minutes for Southampton last season after tallying nine goals in 2021–2022.

June 18, 2023
Liverpool and Chelsea are interested in the La Liga player who has 15 goals for the league.

Gabri Veiga, a midfielder for Celta Vigo, has been rumored to be leaving the Spanish team this summer.

Fabrizio Romano claims that Chelsea and Liverpool are both interested in hiring the player.

This week, it was reported that Liverpool asked about the player’s release clause.
The 21-year-old Spanish midfielder, according to Romano, has now allegedly drawn interest from Chelsea.

Before taking any action, it is said that the Blues want to learn more about his release clause and payment conditions.

In the middle of the park, both English teams could use a little more imagination, and Veiga would be a wise, long-term investment.

The 21-year-old Spanish player has 11 goals and four assists to his credit across all competitions, and he has the potential to become a star.

One of the top young players in La Liga, Veiga has the ability to succeed at a major club.

The young man could develop even more and realize his enormous potential by working with managers like Mauricio Pochettino and Jurgen Klopp.

Chelsea have inquired on Spanish talent Gabri Veiga's release clause; conditions, payment terms or chance to negotiate with Celta Vigo. No bid or concrete steps as of now. 🔵🇪🇸 #CFC

Liverpool did exactly the same earlier this week, he's one of the players #LFC are following. pic.twitter.com/SlZYfuC2Mo

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 17, 2023

The prospect of playing for teams like Liverpool and Chelsea is probably appealing to the player. We’ll just have to wait and see how things go.

The two clubs undoubtedly have the resources to complete the transaction.

The young midfielder’s career would significantly advance and he would have the opportunity to prove himself at a higher level with a transfer to Liverpool or Chelsea.
His development is likely to be accelerated by competing against elite players in the Premier League.

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Liverpool agree to a £27.4 million cost for a speedy signing, according to the report

German media reports confirm that Bayern want to sell Benjamin Pavard and the asking price has been set.

According to Bild (news image below), the France international informed Bayern before the final matchday that he wanted to leave this summer.

The reputable outlet claim that Liverpool are among clubs interested in signing the Blues defender, whose current contract with Allianz expires next year.

The news source ‘knows’ that Bayern are set to sell the 27-year-old for a €32m (£27.4m) transfer fee.

So the Merseysiders and other suitors will have to pay the price to secure the signature.

Another German source, the Abendzeitung München, revealed today that the Bundesliga champions are ready to ‘quickly’ sack Pavard during the summer transfer window.

AZ report a slightly different valuation of €30m and also claim that Liverpool are one of the possible destinations for the World Cup star (2018).

In the 2021/22 season, Jurgen Klopp’s men conceded just 26 Premier League goals. However, they conceded 47 goals last season.

The former Borussia Dortmund coach needs to significantly strengthen the defense by deploying a central defender and a right-back.

Our centre-backs have been inconsistent and the Reds are in desperate need of someone to fill the RB role for Trent who was at defensive average last season. We recently loaned Calvin Ramsay to Preston.

Benjamin Pavard has demonstrated his qualities both as a central defender and as a right-back.

He is a decorated star in his peak years with a very low price tag of £27.4m given today’s bloated market.

Therefore, Liverpool must accept the £27.4m asking price to quickly secure his signature this summer. What do you think?

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Liverpool considering a summer move for versatile 17-goal striker

Liverpool have been linked with a transfer of Japanese attacking midfielder Keito Nakamura.

According to a report from the Daily Mail, Liverpool will have to compete for their signature with Premier League rivals Aston Villa.

The Japan international was in fine form last season, scoring 17 goals for LASK in all competitions in Austria.
The Reds need to add more goals and creativity to their midfield and Nakamura would be a great acquisition.

The 22-year-old can play as both a central attacking midfielder and a winger. His versatility will be an added bonus for Liverpool and Jurgen Klopp.

The striker is said to have a contract with LASK until the summer of 2025 and it remains to be seen whether Liverpool can agree a reasonable transfer fee for him.

The Japan international is expected to leave the Austrian club this summer and the possibility of a move to the Premier League would be an attractive option for him.

It would be a big step in his career and Liverpool could give him the platform to show his skills at a higher level.

It was a disappointing season for Liverpool and they failed to qualify for the Champions League. They need to improve their roster to get back into the top four and fight for big trophies again.

Signing someone like Nakamura would definitely help them improve in the final third.
It remains to be seen whether Liverpool can fend off competition from clubs like Aston Villa and sign the Japanese striker in the coming weeks.

June 17, 2023
Mauricio Pochettino will start Chelsea’s strongest lineup against Liverpool, After Moises Caicedo’s boost.

There is still a lot of business for Chelsea to settle in the transfer market as the Premier League season is just days away from starting.

The countdown to the start of Chelsea’s season will begin on August 13 at 4:30 p.m. At Stamford Bridge, Mauricio Pochettino will manage the Blues in their Premier League debut against Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool.

The 2023–24 season is now the focus of everyone’s attention, even though the season has only recently ended and the transfer window has only been open for two days. With Pochettino possibly leading a team that has experienced a lot of turnover, the Blues’ squad still needs to be reduced to a more manageable number.

With still weeks of the transfer window open, sporting directors Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart will face a significant challenge in getting the team ready for opening day. After the last-minute deals of the previous season, which included Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Denis Zakaria, it will be crucial to bring in new players for Pochettino to work with right away.

football.London considers the lineup Pochettino might choose for his first game in charge at home.

Kepa Arrizabalaga had a strong season despite Chelsea’s struggles, demonstrating how difficult it has been to let him leave the club in recent seasons. Despite the Blues’ plans to acquire a new goalkeeper, it wouldn’t come as a huge surprise to see him start in goal against the Reds.

Reece James and Ben Chilwell, assuming they are healthy, can be considered simple options for the defensive flanks as Pochettino chooses to play four defenders, with Wesley Fofana and Thiago Silva possibly filling the center of defense. Benoit Badiashile will hopefully be nearing full fitness while Levi Colwill’s preseason preparation will be cut short due to his participation in the under-21 Euros.

Another player who cannot be changed is Enzo Fernandez, who may be joined by a new addition to the center of the pitch. One of Chelsea’s top priorities as they look to revamp their midfield is Moises Caicedo. Despite the competition that Arsenal provides, Chelsea may have a better chance to pounce and complete the deal in time for the season as a result of their consideration of Declan Rice.

With Raheem Sterling providing a threat from the wing after having a well-rested summer after missing England’s internationals, Christian Nkunku could soon be exerting influence and posing a threat to the Liverpool defense. Mykhailo Mudryk and Noni Madueke will be vying for the other wing spot as Christian Pulisic and Hakim Ziyech are expected to depart. Carney Chukwuemeka might also be an option if a more central role is needed.

After both participating in the under-21 Euros, Chelsea’s January signings are most likely to split playing time, with Mudryk being used to attack fatigued legs and Madueke receiving the nod.

The player from Chelsea who has appeared the most for Pochettino will be absent due to the possibility of Kai Havertz joining Arsenal. It has been challenging for Chelsea to finalize a deal for a new forward in time for the season’s opening game with Romelu Lukaku and Aubameyang. That might result in Armando Broja being given the keys as he recovers from the injury he sustained in December.

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Mauricio Pochettino faces two difficult periods as Chelsea plays important Premier League games.

The 2023–24 Chelsea Premier League schedule has been revealed, and it features two dreadful matchups that will cause new manager Mauricio Pochettino nightmares as he juggles a bloated roster.

There is still much to learn from Chelsea’s schedule, even though the Premier League fixture list has been released. Of course, every team will play each other twice. Mauricio Pochettino may have the chance to gain some momentum as the Blues face a difficult test in Liverpool in their season opener.

Pochettino will see an opportunity with three of his first four games at home as the new Chelsea manager looks to start the season with a string of victories to rally his squad and fans. Following Liverpool, Chelsea will need to perform well in its August games against West Ham and Luton Town before hosting Nottingham Forest at Stamford Bridge in early September.

The Blues must show they can defeat opposition from the top half of the table if they hope to improve on last season’s 12th-place finish. During 2022–2023, they succeeded in doing so just once.

Pochettino won’t have to face a team from a Champions League spot until late October, but after that, things start to move quickly. Prior to welcoming Brentford to Stamford Bridge, the west London team will play Arsenal at home. Then, before Manchester City visits and a trip to Newcastle, Chelsea’s new manager will visit Tottenham once more before December officially starts with tasks for Brighton and Manchester United.

The Boxing Day games must be looked at because it’s impossible to read the schedule without doing so, and Chelsea has been given a home game for the occasion. Prior to the end of the year, they will play Crystal Palace away.

Come February, Chelsea will face a challenging stretch before the international break in March, setting the stage for a second nightmare stretch. When Premier League action resumes, Burnley will stand between Manchester United and Man City after a trip to Man City and a stretch of contests against Tottenham, Brentford, Newcastle, and Arsenal.

Chelsea might feel encouraged by the possibility of the season’s conclusion if there is still something to play for in the remaining weeks. On the final day of the season, Bournemouth will visit the Blues, giving them another important match at home. Prior to the match against the Cherries, Sheffield United, Everton, Brighton, Aston Villa, West Ham, and Nottingham Forest will all present difficulties but also present chances for a successful run.

June 16, 2023
Liverpool Premier League fixtures 2023/24 – opening day matches and schedule announced

Full Premier League fixture list, fixture list and openers confirmed as Liverpool announce roster

Liverpool will learn their 2023/24 Premier League fixture list at 9am today when the full fixture list is confirmed.

We discover everything about the preparations, possible leaks and what to expect. We will then respond live when match dates are confirmed, with TV tips and times to follow where we can.

The Reds finished fifth in the Premier League last season, unbeaten in their last 11 and losing two of their last 18 as they failed in a late bid to carve out a place in the Champions League top four .

Premier League Odds

Despite a difficult start to the Premier League season, the bookmakers have backed Liverpool as third favorites for the 2023/24 league title.

Jurgen Klopp’s side will open their 2023/24 season in west London and travel to Stamford Bridge on Sunday August 13 to take on Chelsea.

The match marks new Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino’s first game in English football since leaving Tottenham Hotspur at the end of 2019.

Things don’t get any easier for the Reds following their trip to the capital as they host Bournemouth in front of what should be a club-record Premier League crowd in Anfield’s first game following the £80m Anfield redevelopment pounds and 6,000 seats End of the road.

The trips to Newcastle United and Wolverhampton Wanderers coincide with Aston Villa’s visit to Merseyside before the Reds host Europa Conference League winners West Ham United on 23 September.

And having boasted an 80% opening day win rate of the Premier League season for the past 10 years, the Reds will be looking to maintain such an impressive run – at the time only surpassed by Manchester City – at Stamford Bridge on 13 August.

If they can grab three points against the spendthrift Londoners it would be a huge statement for Klopp’s side as they are aiming for the Premier League title for the first time in four years.

Currently, Bet365 believe Liverpool are the third favorites to win the league title this season, with Manchester City and Arsenal having a good chance of repeating last season’s two best results.

After their remarkable hat-trick, Guardiola’s side are 4/6 at odds to clinch their fourth consecutive Premier League title.

Current odds for the Premier League

According to Bet365, Liverpool are the third favorite to win the Premier League next season.
The title quotas are as follows:

Manchester City 4/6

Arsenal 7/1

Liverpool 8/1

Manchester United 8/1

Can Jurgen Klopp’s side end Manchester City’s dominance and claim their first title since 2020?

Premier League winter break dates

The Premier League winter break will take place from January 3 to 19, 2024. It will be the break in two years, given that the World Cup has banned the 2022/23 season from having one.

Liverpool Premier League 2023/24 fixtures – Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on opening day

Liverpool will kick off the 2023-24 Premier League with a visit to Chelsea on 13 August.

The Reds applied earlier this year to start their new away mandate to finalize the new Anfield Road stand, which opens its doors in a few months.

The new 61,000-capacity stand will host Bournemouth on 19 August, with Liverpool to unveil their new £80million stand, but before that a visit to Stamford Bridge is expected for what will be Mauricio Pochettino’s first competitive match as boss of Chelsea.

That match will be televised on Sky Sports at 4.30pm as the Reds kick off their campaign in West London in potentially explosive style.

A visit to Newcastle United rounds out August for Jurgen Klopp’s side with the trip to St James’ Park initially scheduled for Saturday 26 August, although that match could also be televised.

Liverpool’s first six Premier League games revealed

Chelsea (a)

A.F.C. Bournemouth (h)

Newcastle United (a)

Aston Villa (h)

Wolverhampton (a)

West Ham United (h)

Here are the key dates for the 2023/24 Premier League season:

Opening day – Saturday 13 August

Last day – Sunday 19th May

Everton and Liverpool hinted ahead of the opening game after the Premier League’s double request

Luton Town are back in the top flight for the first time since the 1991/92 season and will be a welcome addition to the Premier League.

The Hatters confirmed their long-awaited return to the top flight after beating Coventry City in the league play-off final, completing their journey from non-league to the pinnacle of English football over the space of a decade.

Even before securing a place in the Premier League, the club’s Kenilworth Road stadium was making the rounds on social media for its unique Oak Road end, which allows street fans access to the ground via entrances between houses at row.

Luton are now rebuilding a stand this summer as part of a £10m redevelopment, although its viral entry remains intact.

“There are no other access points,” Luton Town CEO Gary Sweet confirmed last month. “That’s the way it is. We may have the occasional lick of paint and new signage, but let’s accept it. “It pisses me off and makes me laugh when you get content on social media about an away game going through gardens.

It’s been like that since World War II or even before. Why is- it increased now just because we might get promoted to the Premier League? Erling Haaland won’t go through this entrance, he will go through the other shitty entrance we have.

2023/24 Europa League group stage dates

Day 1: September 21, 2023
Day 2: October 5, 2023
Matchday 3: October 26, 2023
Matchday 4: November 9, 2023
Matchday 5: November 30, 2023
Matchday 6: December 14, 2023

Expect a lot of movement in the fixtures list

After finishing fifth last season, Liverpool will contest the Europa League in 2023/24 and hope to reach the final in Dublin.

And with all Europa League games being played on Thursday nights, that means many of the Reds’ Premier League games will be moved to Sunday or Monday dates. Despite the late release of dates and times, you can expect a lot of changes.

June 15, 2023
Mauricio Pochettino’s ideal Chelsea team to face Liverpool if he completes five transfers.

When Chelsea hosts Liverpool at Stamford Bridge on the first weekend of the 2023–24 season, Mauricio Pochettino’s ideal Chelsea team may take a look like this, according to football.london.

The 2023–24 Premier League season will begin with a match between Chelsea and Liverpool. In his first competitive game as the head coach of the Blues, Mauricio Pochettino will square off against Jurgen Klopp, marking the beginning of a brand-new era for both him and the team.

The Reds are a difficult first test for Pochettino, but the Argentine will undoubtedly enjoy it as he seeks to shock the rest of the Premier League upon his return to England. The teams for Chelsea and Liverpool could be very different from what they are right now by the time they face off on August 13.

On June 14, 2023, the official opening of the summer transfer window took place. Since then, there has been a lot of speculation about Chelsea and the deals they are anticipated to make in the coming months. As Todd Boehly tries to somewhat balance the books after an extravagant 12 months as club owner, the Blues intend to sell more than 10 players during the transfer window.

There are numerous players who Chelsea is interested in, and the club’s board wants to give Pochettino the strongest team possible to finish his first season in charge at Stamford Bridge. So let’s talk about football now. For their season-opening matchup with Liverpool in west London, london examines what Chelsea’s ideal lineup might entail.

Kepa Arrizabalaga and Andre Onana are the goalkeepers.

Andre Onana of Inter Milan appears to be Chelsea’s top target in that position as they seek to replace their current goalkeeper. This week, meetings between the Blues and Inter are anticipated to be held to talk about a number of players, with Onana high on the list.

According to reports in Football.london, in the meantime, the club is considering offers for goalkeepers Edouard Mendy and Kepa Arrizabalaga. Both played goal last season, but neither stood out to be the top choice for the 2023–24 season.

The club may not be able to sell both this summer, it appears. Kepa’s wage demands would probably make him the more difficult player to sell, so there’s a chance he’ll stay at Chelsea for the upcoming campaign.

Defenders: Thiago Silva, Wesley Fofana, Reece James, Ben Chilwell, Malo Gusto, and Trevoh Chalobah.

Even though Chelsea isn’t expected to add any defenders, Malo Gusto, a right-back who was acquired during the January transfer window, will be a new face. As a result of Reece James’ ongoing injury issues in recent seasons, Gusto will hopefully be able to offer some support and competition.

Benoit Badiashile is out for the long term due to a football-related injury. The match against Liverpool might be too soon for the Frenchman, who, according to London, is planning a comeback in preseason. However, Chelsea has a strong defensive lineup with Thiago Silva, Wesley Fofana, Ben Chilwell, and Trevoh Chalobah available for Pochettino to select from.

Enzo Fernandez, Carney Chukwuemeka, Romeo Lavia, and Moises Caicedo are all midfielders.

This summer, there will likely be a large-scale purge of central midfielders. N’Golo Kante is en route to Saudi Arabia to begin a new phase of his career. Mateo Kovacic and Ruben Loftus-Cheek are anticipated to leave the team, and Conor Gallagher is also attracting interest from other Premier League teams.

However, Chelsea is actively pursuing Moises Caicedo’s transfer from Brighton this summer. London is aware of the situation, and now that Arsenal reportedly has lost interest, it is a little easier for the Blues. However, negotiations with Brighton won’t be easy because they are renowned for being tough.

The Blues are still interested in Southampton’s Romeo Lavia. The previous football season, the club kept a close eye on him. London is aware of this and is thinking about making a move for the talented Belgian after the Saints were demoted to the Championship.

Raheem Sterling, Mason Mount, Christopher Nkunku, Victor Osimhen, Kai Havertz, Noni Madueke, Mykhailo Mudryk, and Armando Broja are all forwards.

Mason Mount might still be at Stamford Bridge, but that is uncertain. Chelsea has set a £70 million price tag on England international Mount, who has one year left on his contract with the west Londoners. Chelsea is committed to keeping Mount, but they recognize that it may be challenging.

Although Manchester United is the favorite to sign Mount, they are still far from paying what Chelsea believes Mount is worth.

football.London is aware that the Blues have not extended a formal contract offer to the England international or his legal counsel since January.

From RB Leipzig, Christopher Nkunku is en route. Everything has been completed, and we are just awaiting the official announcement, which is anticipated to occur after his return from serving with France abroad.

Chelsea is still looking for a new central striker to help them with their goal scoring problems. Their ideal target is Napoli’s Victor Osimhen, who ignited the Serie A last season and led the Naples-based team to victory in the Italian top division. With so much interest in the Nigerian striker and the lack of Champions League football, a deal for the player could prove challenging.

The team is also considering Lautaro Martinez of Inter Milan and Nicolas Jackson of Villarreal, with Jackson thought to be the least expensive option at around £30 million. What Chelsea decides to do regarding their targets for strikers is yet to be seen.

Arsenal is very interested in Kai Havertz, so his future is still unclear. The Blues wouldn’t mind selling Havertz though, should the right offer—supposed to be in the neighborhood of £70 million—come in. There is a school of thought, though, that Chelsea might be somewhat more forgiving when it comes to Havertz’s price than Mount’s.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Hakim Ziyech, and Christian Pulisic are all anticipated to make permanent moves elsewhere, while David Datro Fofana is most likely to make a loan move. After suffering a serious knee injury in preseason, Armando Broja hopes to make a comeback.

June 15, 2023
Liverpool Premier League fixtures made public Live: The Reds’ 2023–24 campaign has a rocky beginning.

Liverpool are looking to get off to a good start next season and face Manchester City in another title fight after a dismal 2022/23 season

It was a nightmare for Jurgen Klopp and Liverpool after they narrowly missed out on a quadruple win and Champions League elimination.

But the Reds will take some solace from their strong finish to the 2022/23 campaign as they try to get back on the path to title defense next season.

Klopp’s men launched a late attack to oust Manchester United and Newcastle from the bottom two places in the top four, but narrowly failed.

But their seven-game winning streak will have boosted confidence and optimism at Anfield that they can come back strong in August.

A good start will be vital for their hopes – but who will they face in their first games? Stay tuned to Mirror Football for how the 2023/24 games will be released from 9am.

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Liverpool’s brutal 7 game streak

December will not be an easy time for Jürgen Klopp and his players, who will play seven games during this festive month. Full Liverpool Premier League schedule 2023/24

Liverpool will start their 2023/24 season at Stamford Bridge against Mauricio Pochettino’s redesigned Chelsea.

Jurgen Klopp’s side travel to London for their opener against the Blues on Sunday, August 13. Liverpool are hoping to start the season as leaders after a stuttering start last season.

The wait is coming to an end

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The Reds started the 2022/23 season with a 2-2 draw against Fulham and things didn’t go much better with a 1-1 draw at home to Crystal Palace followed by a 2-1 defeat against Manchester United at Old Trafford.

Although Bournemouh’s 9-0 seemed to kick into gear, Klopp’s team never really recovered. They finished fifth in the Premier League after a late swap but failed to secure Champions League qualification.

It all starts here…
Liverpool won’t get him back last season, but the lessons Jürgen Klopp and his men learned could serve them better as they take on rivals Manchester City in another title fight.

The Reds have been the only team able to truly challenge City’s dominance in recent years, with Arsenal taking their place in the running last season.

But while Klopp is still overseeing a squad overhaul, he will be confident that his squad can measure up to the defending champions as the new season begins.

Liverpool’s first six games could be crucial in lifting the mood around Anfield, while all eyes will obviously be on those crucial clashes with City, Man Utd and Everton when the match announcement drops.

June 15, 2023
Thomas Tuchel starts a £34 million Chelsea bidding war as a hidden Inter Milan transfer meeting is made public.

Mauricio Pochettino takes summer break at Chelsea this summer and Kalidou Koulibaly faces uncertain future amid reported interest from Bayern Munich and Inter Milan

Chelsea appear poised to stage a bidding war for the signing of Kalidou Koulibaly, who faces an increasingly uncertain future at the club.

The 31-year-old defender has been heavily linked with a departure this summer following his unimpressive performance last season.

Koulibaly, whose contract at Stamford Bridge expires in 2026, has made 23 Premier League appearances for the Blues, keeping eight clean sheets.

With Levi Colwill expected to play a key role under Mauricio Pochettino, alongside Wesley Fofana and Benoit Badiashile, competition will be stiff for the Senegalese international.

While Koulibaly may not necessarily have a bright future at Chelsea, there are a handful of clubs across Europe who are certainly eager to get him signed.

According to Sky Sports, Simone Inzaghi met with Inter seniors to discuss their plans for the summer transfer window.

The report says they discussed a potential deal to sign Koulibaly after Milan Skriniar confirmed his move to Paris Saint-Germain.

Sky Sport added that Inzaghi and the Inter managers have also spoken of a possible return of Romelu Lukaku, who was loaned from Chelsea this season.

However, it seems that Inter Milan are facing stiff competition in the race to sign Koulibaly, who only wants the Blues to prepare for a bidding war. In an interview with wettfreunde.

net, transfer market expert Di Marzio revealed that the Senegalese star is on Bayern Munich’s shortlist.

Koulibaly left Napoli for Chelsea in a £34m deal during the reign of Thomas Tuchel, and it seems the German manager still has a soft spot for the towering defender. Di Marzio said:

“Bayern Munich also want a central defender. I know Koulibaly is on their list. He is also on Inter’s list.

“Inter will talk to Chelsea these days about taking him on loan, but he has a very high salary, so Bayern can probably pay him more than Inter.

But we will see what can be the perfect solution because Tuchel wanted Koulibaly at Chelsea so let’s see if he wants him back.”

Last summer, Graeme Souness wondered if Koulibaly had what it takes to succeed at Chelsea. Speaking on talkSPORT, the former Liverpool defender said:

“I look at him now and think, ‘You’re 31 – I thought you were this big, strong, aggressive player who would attack anything in our box? “”

“I’m not saying it happened to him… but when you get over 30 you start to wonder if this challenge is still for you. He has to realize he’s playing in the Premier League. He’s going to have to do that . to face this challenge.

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Superstar will join Chelsea for €80m, but contract negotiations have already begun.

Despite Andre Onana, his cross-town rival, taking the lead in recent days, Mike Maignan is still frequently mentioned in connection with a move to Chelsea at the moment.

The reason for this isn’t that the Blues believe Onana is superior; rather, they appear to favor Maignan.

The transfer fee is the issue; the Cameroon stopper appears to be available for much less than Maignan. According to TuttoMercatoWeb, the price for him is closer to €60 million, with Onana rumors claiming that AC Milan will only accept an offer of €80 million.

That’s a significant difference, but we’ve learned over the years that trying to save money in the short term can actually result in spending more money overall. As they say, always buy twice.

If we want Maignan, though, we must act quickly. According to the same article, he is negotiating a new contract with Milan that will last until 2028, and if Chelsea doesn’t press the matter, he will likely sign it.

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‘Done’ according to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea will now confirm its first summer signing next week

Fabrizio Romano now asserts that Chelsea will reveal the acquisition of Christopher Nkunku from RB Leipzig the following week.

Once the deal was finalized late last year for the Blues to sign him, he posted a message on Twitter to confirm the news.

It has been widely reported that a deal for Nkunku was reached almost immediately after the previous summer transfer window closed.

Before the season even started, they set him as a target to sign, but they encountered problems when he agreed to a new contract with a Bundesliga team.

However, rumors started to circulate that the Blues had made attempts to sign him and that his contract with the German club contained a release clause.

Nkunku is scheduled to begin next week.

Romano has now confirmed that the deal will be disclosed after Nkunku has finished competing for his country in a week.

No modifications, problems, or issues with the Christopher Nkunku deal, he declared.

‘Understand Chelsea originally agreed with RB Leipzig to announce Nkunku after his final games of the season with France (June 19). Contract signed in December; medical completed in September (!).
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After much silence since they initially thought they had signed him, supporters will be thrilled to hear an announcement for the signing.

It is now time for the team to move on to other candidates who will be strengthening their team in preparation for new manager Mauricio Pochettino’s attempt to rebuild.

They appear to have prioritized a deal for Moises Caicedo of Brighton after missing out on the addition of Manuel Ugarte, but this will probably cost them a significant sum of money.

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“Becoming an urgency” – Mauricio Pochettino asks the Chelsea board to sign a player

New Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino has “expressly requested” Chelsea’s board to sign a player, according to a report today.

The Blues boss won’t officially begin his role until July 1, but he’s already getting down to business and planning his roster for next season.

We know the squad needs a little more preparation, and it’s the midfield that has been labeled ‘urgent’.

This was stated by journalist Rudy Galetti, who this week spent a few words with GIVEMESPORT on the situation.

Galetti says Pochettino has urgently requested Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo after Chelsea lost Sporting Lisbon’s Manuel Ugarte last week.

Galetti said: “Pochettino specifically asked the Brighton player to strengthen the midfield and now, with Kante gone, Moises becomes a matter of urgency.”

The view from Chelsea News

Caicedo is a top notch player who has all the tools to become world class.

He also has vital Premier League experience and would be a great addition to Chelsea’s squad if he replaces Enzo Fernandez in the double pivot under a Pochettino system. It will be expensive but it must be said that it is worth it.

June 14, 2023