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The new-look midfield is unleashed by Mauricio Pochettino: XI picked by Chelsea to face Fulham

In their sixth and final preseason game, Chelsea plays Fulham tomorrow night.

Mauricio Pochettino, the new head coach, has had a fairly successful start to his tenure, winning two games and drawing one in preseason friendlies.

We anticipate Pochettino to field a fairly potent lineup this weekend given that the Premier League opener against Liverpool is only two weeks away.

Four changes were made from the recent 1-1 Newcastle draw in The Chelsea Chronicle’s starting XI for the match against Fulham.

Defense and GK.

Going into the new season, Kepa Arrizabalaga is without a doubt the top goalkeeper, so we anticipate seeing him in goal once more on Sunday.

Reece James and Ben Chilwell, the back four’s potential starting fullbacks, are in our opinion a good fit. It’s important to note that Marc Cucurella and Malo Gusto, respectively, are vying for their spots this season.

Levi Colwill is likely to start in the center of defense against neighborhood rival Fulham when the team lineup is announced tomorrow.

As his center-back partner, Trevoh Chalobah could finally return to the lineup.

Midfield.

In the past six months, there have been many midfield departures from Stamford Bridge, so the new season will undoubtedly feature a new-look partnership.

This preseason, which has an exciting blend of South American flair and steel, could be Andrey Santos and Enzo Fernandez’s first start together.

Christopher Nkunku might then have to re-start in the No. 10 center position.

Attack.

Raheem Sterling is reinstated to the expected starting lineup for the match against Fulham on the right wing.

On the left wing, Mykhailo Mudryk might be his wingman.

That means that the line will once again be led by the in-form striker Nicolas Jackson, who will be looking to continue his two-game scoring streak.

Chelsea’s predicted starting lineup.

Kepa.
Chilwell James Chalobah Colwill
Santos Fernández
Sterling Nkunku Mudryk
Jackson

Ben Chilwell, Raheem Sterling, Levi Colwill, and Andrey Santos are in.
OUT: Ian Maatsen, Cesare Casadei, Marc Cucurella, and Bashir Humphreys.

More news…….

Chelsea is genuinely interested in signing the £8 million Premier League star.

In order to help Mauricio Pochettino improve his attack, Chelsea is sincerely interested in signing Michael Olise from Crystal Palace this summer.

That is what the incredibly trustworthy David Ornstein claims.

Let’s take a look at the situation involving Michael Olise and Chelsea.

What’s going on?

A report from RMC Sport in France stated that Chelsea had made a £39 million offer for Crystal Palace’s No. Seven in the previous few days.

Ornstein refuted rumors that an offer had been made, but he did admit that Chelsea is “concretely” interested in Olise, who Crystal Palace acquired from Reading in July 2021 for only £8 million.

On Rio Ferdinand’s FIVE YouTube channel, The Athletic’s Football Correspondent stated, “I was led to believe a bid has not come in for Michael Olise, but Chelsea do have concrete interest. ”.

The news that Chelsea wants to sign the 21-year-old is not at all surprising.

At Crystal Palace, Olise had an outstanding 2022–23 season, making 37 appearances, contributing 11 assists, and scoring two goals.

Olise became the first player in Crystal Palace history to record more than ten assists in a single Premier League season. Only Leandro Trossard, Bukayo Saka, and Kevin De Bruyne had more assists in the league.

Chelsea is confident in the deal for Olise.

This transaction might be fairly simple to complete if Chelsea does decide to make a bid for Crystal Palace, should the offer be attractive to the residents of south London.

The winger’s younger brother Richard is reportedly a member of Chelsea’s academy, and the club has a close relationship with the Olise family, according to 90min.

That has given Chelsea a lot of confidence that a deal can be made for the France Under-21 international, who actually spent time in the academy at Cobham from 2009 to 2016.

Olise might be coming back to Stamford Bridge this summer, so be sure to keep an eye on this situation.

July 29, 2023
Chelsea have ‘magical’ transfer chance as Christopher Nkunku’s dream partner emerges for $44m

Chelsea transfer news: Blues have more than one reason to beat Manchester City over signing of Crystal Palace winger Michael Olise as Mauricio Pochettino plan emerges

Since Reece James clinched the league title in 2018/19, taking the captaincy at Wigan as an 18-year-old loanee on his first venture into senior football, just nine other teenagers have reached 3,000 minutes in a 46-match season in Division Two.

James’s ascent to Chelsea came a year later alongside Mason Mount – one of nine others – as Trevoh Chalobah progressed from youth loan perennial to first team player two seasons later. Ian Maatsen has since been one of five players to achieve such a feat after 2019/20.

He is now vying for a place in Mauricio Pochettino’s senior squad. Other names popping up include Alex Scott – set for a £25m+ Premier League transfer from Bristol City – and Tottenham midfielder Oliver Skipp, who now plays regular top-flight matches. For Blues fans, there’s another one that fits the bill and is gaining more and more attention. Michael Olise of Crystal Palace.

Olise was a Cobham player herself and let go at the age of 14, just like Declan Rice was. Olise is now an established Premier League star, attracting interest from clubs already there and competing for European places. At 21, he is now one of the most sought after players in his role.

Olise is a left-handed right winger, something Chelsea certainly know a lot about, having signed four in the last 12 months and lost to development team Tudor Mendel-Idowu to a free and currently owned Hakim Ziyech. Olise is strongly attached to the club. He is a player who reflects many of Ziyech’s positive qualities with a high number of crosses and attacks from the right flank. He can fall back on his bad left peg and visit teammates in the park. His defensive abilities are also among the best for wingers, ranking in the top 15 percent for tackled, interceptions and blocks on FBREF.

Essentially, he’s a bit of a gem and certainly one who continues to impress. Since Olise arrives early, it feels like he’s been there for a while. At this point, he has 8,500 league minutes to his name, scoring 11 goals but providing 29 assists for his work.

Far from being a performance machine, Olise’s game has style and substance, which at 18 made him the 10th top scorer of the 2020/21 season in the Championship. The next youngest player in the top ten was five years his senior. He is now waiting for the chance to prove he can do like James at Chelsea.

The Blues are reportedly exploring the possibility of signing Olise and that makes perfect sense. You want to find a player who can play on the right flank and also take on the No.10 role. Olise fits the bill and with a £35m ($44m) release clause, the young Frenchman is as cheap as it gets for the relative quality.

Although it is understood that Chelsea will go beyond the clause of his contract to agree better payment terms with Palace, it is still a low figure for a player who has openly displayed his Premier League prowess for two years. Considering Pochettino’s track record of improving not only young players but forwards as well, it’s a promising idea.

Christopher Nkunku, 25, is already able to switch roles up front and act as a striker himself. When his eye for production combines with Olise’s velvety play, it could be one of the most exciting collaborations out there. Despite a relatively low tally of just four league goals in his 43 appearances, Olise’s creative moves are top notch.

“Michael is a special talent,” Palace team-mate Joel Ward said of him earlier this year, showing the respect with which he is held. “The world is his oyster and he’s getting better and better from game to game, so I think he will reach new heights and raise the bar. If he continues like this, he will continue with special things. “They [Olise and teammate Eberechi Eze] make my life a little bit easier when I can just give them the ball and they do their magic!”

The concern is that Manchester City are also expressing interest and preparing to lose Riyad Mahrez which would free up a vacancy in the squad. At Chelsea, the gap is less. Noni Madueke, a 21-year-old left-handed right-winger, was signed in January for £35m. Diego Moreira and Angelo Gabriel are promising players who are currently being tested in pre-season and Raheem Sterling has also been selected to play for this team in America so far.

That’s definitely one thing that could stand in their way, another could be his recent injury while playing for the French U21s in the European Championships. Olise suffered a blow with a hamstring injury for a year and is set to miss the start of the 2023/24 season. “We know after his injury that it will be some time for him to get back to fitness,” revealed manager Roy Hodgson. “It was a serious injury that required surgery.

“At the moment we are hoping that the rehabilitation is going well and to have him back soon. But we certainly won’t see him for a while.”

Chelsea have had a torrid time with injuries over the past couple of years and apart from this recent setback, hardly need another player to be a flight risk for the new season other than Olise’s record. In what was already his fifth senior career, he was an integral part of the Palace and Reading teams.

That problem aside, Chelsea have a chance to make a smart signing in a key area and it only makes sense in the world.

July 25, 2023
After speaking with Mauricio Pochettino, Fabrizio Romano claims that Chelsea has rejected a £40 million bid for the player.

Fabrizio Romano asserted that Chelsea had recently turned down a West Ham offer for Conor Gallagher that exceeded £40 million.

After discussing the offer internally and speaking with Mauricio Pochettino about it, he announced on Twitter that the Blues had rejected the offer.

Gallagher has played a significant role in both of Chelsea’s preseason victories this summer and has been among the most impressive players under the new manager so far.

However, this has not caused the rumors about him possibly moving to stop, as a number of Premier League teams are undoubtedly interested in a deal.

West Ham United has established itself as the front-runner for the deal after receiving a sizable cash infusion following the sale of Declan Rice.

Gallagher’s bid was rejected by Chelsea due to Pochettino.

It was reported last night that they had made their first formal offer for the 24-year-old England international, offering a sizable transfer fee.

Romano, however, asserted this morning that after speaking with the manager in America, the Blues had turned down a bid from their London rivals.

“Chelsea have rejected West Ham’s initial offer for Conor Gallagher, which was around £40 million with add-ons,” he said.

Chelsea made the decision to reject following internal deliberations and consultation with Mauricio Pochettino. Although Chelsea still wants at least £50 million to sell Conor, West Ham is still interested. ”.

The Blues have already parted ways with a number of important midfielders this summer, with players like Mateo Kovacic and N’golo Kante going to Manchester City and Saudi Arabia, respectively.

Although the proposed payment for Gallagher is undoubtedly alluring, they should take care not to offload too many players and end up scrambling for reinforcements toward the end of the window.

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Mykhailo Mudryk, a star for Chelsea, issues a strong warning to Liverpool with his forecast.

An obvious warning has been given to Liverpool ahead of their Premier League opener against the Blues by Mykhailo Mudryk’s remarks on his goal against Brighton.

Chelsea defeated Brighton 4-3 in the Premier League Summer Series on Saturday night, with Mykhailo Mudryk scoring the game’s best goal with ease. When Jan Paul van Hecke was sent off in the second half, the Blues rallied to take the lead 4-1 before Brighton scored twice in the closing minutes to cut the deficit. The Blues had fallen behind early but had fought back to lead 4-1.

In addition to Nicolas Jackson and Christopher Nkunku, the other scorers in this game included Conor Gallagher, Nicolas Nkunku, and Nicolas Jackson. Nicolas Jackson’s two assists earned him player of the game honors. For Blues manager Mauricio Pochettino, some key attacking players scoring was a major plus after a season in which Chelsea scored just 38 goals.

Along with Mudryk, Nicolas Jackson, Christopher Nkunku, Conor Gallagher, and Nicolas Jackson all contributed goals; Jackson’s two assists earned him player of the game honors. The fact that some key attacking players scored for the Blues was a huge plus for manager Mauricio Pochettino after Chelsea scored just 38 goals all season.

Of course, scoring is important for Jackson, Mudryk, and Nkunku as well, he said. “I believe that attacking players need to score goals in order to gain confidence and self-trust. Goals are always important, and we will continue to work on our game because I believe that if we can maintain our composure a little better today, we might be able to generate more opportunities and score more goals.

“We are going to focus our efforts in this area, which we are aware needs to be worked on. To arrive at the opening Premier League game in the best possible condition, we must have faith and trust in the process. “.

In one of the goals, Mudryk and Jackson worked together to give the former the chance to launch a lovely half-volley into the back of the net.

The move was initiated by Mudryk, who sprinted inside and threw a precise ball into Jackson, who then quickly passed the ball back to his teammate. Despite sprinting full-speed, Mudryk was still able to deftly lift the ball over Joel Veltman’s extended leg and back into the path of Jackson. Jackson then made another quick pass into the Ukraine international, who then finished superbly from the edge of the box.

After a celebratory warm embrace, Chelsea took the lead for the first time. The Premier League TV panel at the game’s site specifically questioned Mudryk about his goal afterward. He said with a smile, “Yes, I liked that one. “I didn’t think about anything as I shot. I put a lot of this into practice during my workouts. “.

When Owen Hargreaves interjected to ask specifically how he worked so well with Jackson, Mudryk simply replied, “With Nico? Just imagine, that was our first game together. Mudryk and Jackson have made a great case to be in that team to face Liverpool on August 13 in the Premier League’s opening weekend, even though it is unlikely that Pochettino knows his best XI.

July 25, 2023
Moises Caicedo signed, new captain appointed – What Chelsea need to do before Liverpool clash

football.london takes a look at Chelsea’s to-do list ahead of the start of the new 2023/24 season when Liverpool travel to Stamford Bridge in less than three weeks

There are now less than three weeks until Chelsea host Liverpool for their first Premier League game of the 2023/24 season at Stamford Bridge.

The Blues, now managed by Mauricio Pochettino, will be looking to start the season in perfect fashion as they look for a dramatic improvement from the dismal 2022/23 campaign. A 12th place finish for Chelsea means there will be no more European football next season. Although this is a blow for the club, it means they have more time to focus solely on the Premier League.

However, before Chelsea and Liverpool meet, the Blues still have three pre-season games to play and plenty of transfer deals to do.

Chelsea will complete their tour of the United States over the next few weeks while trying to attract several new players to the club as the club continues its rebuilding. The club are still in talks with Brighton over a deal to sign Moises Caicedo. Chelsea’s latest offer of around £70million has been turned down by the Seagulls, who are still waiting for more to sign the Ecuadorian.

Caicedo himself, who has made it clear he wants to join Stamford Bridge this summer, has been told by Brighton he can leave if he receives the right offer. football.london understands that Chelsea are preparing a third offer to try to land the 21-year-old, with the next few days proving crucial in a transfer saga.

Pochettino is keen on signing Caicedo as he looks to bolster his midfield options following the departures of N’Golo Kante, Mateo Kovacic and Ruben Loftus-Cheek. Players such as Andrey Santos and Cesare Casadei have both impressed in their two pre-season fixtures so far, but whether they will be loaned out for next season remains to be seen.

Meanwhile, the Blues remain interested in Lyon’s Rayan Cherki. As football.london reported earlier this month, initial contact had been made between Chelsea and representatives of the 19-year-old about a possible transfer and it was made clear to the Blues that Cherki would be open to a move to Stamford Bridge.

However, the French club are determined to keep Cherki beyond the summer transfer window. That said, they still aren’t ruling out the sale of the France Under-21 international if the right amount of money comes his way. However, there is no progress in Cherki at the moment and despite initial interest Chelsea have not made any concrete offers for the player or Lyon.

Michael Olise is a name that has been mentioned a lot on social media in the last 24 hours. Football.london know the Crystal Palace winger is someone Chelsea have valued for a long time, so a move wouldn’t be unusual for him.

These are just some of the names that will see plenty of movement over the next three weeks before Chelsea meet Pochettino in their competitive opener against Liverpool. However, the Argentine is yet to name a permanent captain following Cesar Azpilicueta’s departure earlier this month.

At the moment, Thiago Silva appears to be the favorite to receive the full-time armband, but there have also been some call-ups for Reece James. By the time Liverpool come to West London, there must surely be one.

We’re not even halfway through Chelsea’s pre-season plan, but the Premier League kick-off is just around the corner. There isn’t too much time to complete this “to do list”, but they will be working tirelessly behind the scenes to make sure it actually happens.

July 24, 2023
Mauricio Pochettino has a fantasy four-man Chelsea lineup despite a serious injury for the match against Liverpool.

Football in Chelsea’s 2023–24 preseason has two games completed. London examines the possible defensive alignment for the Blues when they play Liverpool next month.

When the defender started against Brighton in Philadelphia yesterday, fans finally got the chance to see Levi Colwill in action for Chelsea.

Against the Seagulls, the 20-year-old center back started in defense alongside Thiago Silva, who is nearly twice his age. The hype surrounding the young Chelsea defender was fueled by Colwill, who stood out as looking particularly accomplished in the center of defense.

Malo Gusto played right fullback while Ben Chilwell played left fullback. Reece James recently made his way to the United States on his own. However, James is currently in training with his Chelsea teammates and might participate in Thursday’s match against Newcastle United.

But the back-four that Mauricio Pochettino started with against Brighton in Philadelphia might be comparable to what we see when Chelsea plays Liverpool in their opening Premier League game of the 2023–24 season next month.
So, let’s talk football.

London examines what Chelsea’s back line might look like when the Reds visit Stamford Bridge.

Possible Chelsea defense against Liverpool.

We may have seen something resembling the lineup Pochettino intends to use against Liverpool by substituting James for Gusto. In the two games he has played so far, Gusto has shown tremendous promise, especially against Brighton, where he held his own against the incredibly gifted Kaoru Mitoma.

Gusto, however, has to contend with James, one of the best right backs in all of football, which is unfortunate for him. Pochettino’s team will be significantly strengthened in the back-four if Chelsea can keep James healthy for the upcoming season.

James and Chilwell, Chelsea’s full-backs, will be able to find themselves in much more dangerous attacking situations with Colwill now in defense. Colwill has a ridiculous passing range. It adds a new defensive dimension for the team.

When the child picks up the ball, he consistently scans the wide areas for players. Nine times out of ten, he has the aptitude and vision to locate these players. Against Brighton on Sunday morning, we witnessed such brilliance.

Currently, Lewis Hall, Marc Cucurella, and Ian Maatsen are all viable options for the Blues to choose from on the left side of the defense. Recent games featured Hall in his preferred position in central midfield, which may provide an indication of what Pochettino has in store for the 18-year-old going forward.

The Cobham graduate’s abilities at left-back are, however, well known to us.
However, the Blues have absurd depth at left-back thanks to Maatsen and Cucurella, who have both been outstanding in Chelsea’s two preseason games.

It does not appear as good in center-back. As a football player, Wesley Fofana has torn his anterior cruciate ligament. A significant portion of the upcoming season will now be lost by the France international due to the serious injury, London announced last week.

Benoît Badiashile, who experienced a hamstring issue toward the end of the previous season, is still recovering in the meantime. The Frenchman is currently back at Cobham as he speeds up his recovery process, but he hopes to rejoin the squad for the start of the season.

Colwill, Silva, and Trevoh Chalobah are the only senior center backs left for Chelsea. But once Badiashile is healthy again, Pochettino’s situation will be much more appealing.

Swipe to vote for which of the following prospects you would like to see in the starting lineup or loaned out for experience.

July 24, 2023
While Kylian Mbappé has a $223 million offer, Chelsea is reportedly in talks with a star who was once linked to Liverpool.

The following are some of Liverpool’s rivals: Kylian Mbappé reportedly received a sizable offer, and Chelsea is reportedly in talks with a player who was once linked to Liverpool.

All eyes are on the future of one of the biggest stars in the world as the transfer window continues to rumble.

The strained relationship Kylian Mbappé has with Paris Saint-Germain has been rumored to be coming to an end this summer.

Naturally, Liverpool is always brought up whenever there is discussion about Mbappé’s future. Although they need more midfielders as they near moves to Saudi Arabia, the Reds’ priorities this summer are elsewhere due to the departures of Jordan Henderson and Fabinho.

The pair may, however, be followed to the Gulf state by Mbappé, as his transfer saga takes another dramatic turn, according to the most recent reports from Europe.

Chelsea might be on the verge of bringing in yet another player, according to reports that place them in contact with a player who was once linked with a move to Anfield.

Mohammed Kudus and Chelsea have “talks.”.

Mohammed Kudus and Chelsea have reportedly spoken about moving to Stamford Bridge, according to the Daily Mail.

The Athletic reports that the forward, who is valued at $51 million (£40 million/€46 million), has also been linked with moves to Arsenal and Brighton after being rumored to be headed to Liverpool. Kudus reportedly wants to leave the Eredivisie team after rejecting an Ajax contract extension offer back in April (according to the Daily Mail).

Liverpool .
com reports that despite the fact that Chelsea’s spending binge over the past year resulted in such a dismal campaign, it appears Todd Boehly has other plans. You might have anticipated Chelsea to ease up a bit this summer.

The Ghanaian international Kudus has a variety of options, so it’s unclear how the Blues will use him. However, if he faces the Reds on the first day of the season, Liverpool will be fully aware of him.

Huge offer from Saudi Arabia for Kylian Mbappé.

According to Italian journalist Tancredi Palmeri, Kylian Mbappé has received a $223 million (£173 million/€200 million)-per-year offer to play for Saudi Arabia’s Al-Hilal.

Due to his exclusion from PSG’s preseason tour of Japan and South Korea, the 24-year-old is currently at odds with the French champion over the future of his career. Mbappé has stated he won’t sign a contract extension in France because PSG is determined to keep him after the summer transfer window closes, according to the Daily Mail.

According to Liverpool.com, most transfers to Saudi Arabia up until this point have involved players who are in their 30s and nearing the end of their careers rather than the beginning. However, this would completely alter everything.

It makes sense that Mbappé wouldn’t be ready to leave Europe, especially since he hasn’t yet won a Champions League, but if Real Madrid can’t afford to pay for him, it’s unclear where he might end up this summer. He might well and truly open the floodgates for other players if he relocates to the Middle East.

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With the announcement of Liverpool’s exit, Jurgen Klopp sends a message to Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has been one of the Premier League’s most successful managers in recent years, but last year his future was in doubt.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has confirmed he will stay in the Premier League until his contract at Anfield expires in 2026.

The German has been active on Merseyside since 2015 and led the club to success for years. In recent years, the Reds have been one of the powerhouses of England and Europe, winning the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League.

Last season was Klopp’s toughest season as Premier League manager, with his side finishing fifth in the table after ten shaky months.

This summer, he was linked with a possible return to Germany as the national team’s new head coach. Current boss Hansi Flick is currently under intense pressure after a run of four wins in his last 16 games and Klopp has been touted as a possible successor.

However, the Liverpool manager excluded himself from participating in Flick’s replacement. “The role of national coach is and would be a great honour, there’s no doubt about that,” he said.

“The issue standing in the way of the whole thing is my loyalty. I can’t leave Liverpool now and say I’m going to take over Germany for a short while.” It doesn’t work and the demand isn’t even there.

“If I’m supposed to at some point (lead Germany) then I have to be available and I’m not currently. I have a responsibility to the club,” he added during a Fischer group of companies roundtable.

“Deep down, it’s an interesting job. But I don’t know yet if I’ll do something completely different after leaving Liverpool. I want to keep my options open.

Klopp’s intention to stay in the Premier League until 2026 doesn’t bode well for the rest of the Premier League. Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham have all fallen victim to Klopp’s Liverpool since his arrival.

Under the German, Liverpool are expected to continue their presence as one of England’s elite players. After a difficult year, many expect the Reds to challenge Manchester City for the title in May.

July 24, 2023
As Mauricio Pochettino faced a triple dilemma, a Chelsea star revealed his audacious summer transfer stance.

Despite moving from Brighton to Chelsea in a deal worth a staggering £63 million, Marc Cucurella struggled to make an impression for the Blues last season.

Marc Cucurella has declared his intention to remain at Chelsea and compete for a spot in the starting lineup. The 25-year-old defender’s future at Stamford Bridge is a little uncertain because Ben Chilwell and Ian Maatsen are also vying for Mauricio Pochettino’s attention during preseason.

Cucurella, who moved to the Blues from Brighton last summer in a deal worth more than £60 million, made 24 Premier League appearances for the team and contributed to eight clean sheets. The Spaniard struggled to make an impression in his first season, and traveling Chelsea fans frequently booed him.

He’s vowed to turn a new leaf and demonstrate that he is capable of achieving the lofty heights his price tag suggests, despite a miserable start to life in west London. Cucurella stated: “I read a lot of things [about a transfer], but I am happy here.

“The project is why I came here. The first season was undoubtedly difficult, but not just for me; it was difficult for all the players because, when you lose, you don’t feel satisfied.

It is challenging to maintain happiness when you don’t play well, he continued. But that was in the past, so if the manager says they want me to stay and be a part of the squad, I will be thrilled and will do everything in my power to help the team. Additionally, I want to display my abilities to the audience and my teammates. “.

Cucurella went on to discuss the psychological difficulties he encountered last season away from football. He said: “I understand [the criticism] because they want to try if you don’t play well, the people are angry with you and the manager.

“However, individuals like you and I must also be understood by the public. We have private lives and problems outside of football because we are human. Despite your best efforts, sometimes your mental state may not be the best.

“Obviously, it’s difficult when people criticize you, but this is the past. I am very pleased with my preseason performance and am determined to have a successful season.

“I have a lot of energy because I know my abilities, and if I concentrate on what I’m going to do, I can give it my all. I didn’t just come here for a year. I like the team, the ideas, and the project. “.

Cucurella continued, “Last season for me was very difficult because normally in my career, I always play a lot and this season I play, but not where I like and I don’t find my level. All of these things are better for me because I feel stronger now and have learned a lot.

“I experience different circumstances that I have never experienced in the past. It’s a lesson I’ve learned in life that sometimes bad things happen in the present but turn out to be better in the long run because you feel empowered and know what to do.
“.

This season, Chilwell is anticipated to start for Chelsea under Pochettino, and Maatsen has proven to be a strong backup, so Cucurella will face stiff competition for a spot in the starting lineup. Fortunately for the Spaniard, he is known to be able to play both on the wing and in midfield, so his versatility makes for a fascinating conundrum.

July 23, 2023
At Stamford Bridge, a £20 million star may now be “more open” to a permanent move.

Following an impressive preseason, Chelsea run the risk of a £20 million star looking for a permanent move away from west London.

Because of a crucial factor, Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino may find it difficult to convince Ian Maatsen to sign for another loan team other than Chelsea, according to journalist Ben Jacobs for GIVEMESPORT.

Pochettino, who was hired in May as the Blues’ new head coach, is in the process of retooling the team he inherited in preparation for the start of the 2023–24 season.

Ian Maatsen transfer news for Chelsea.

Maatsen has reportedly been added to a list of targets put together by Hammers technical director Tim Steidten, and West Ham United may try to test Chelsea’s resolve over him, according to The Guardian.

According to the report, Pochettino has not made up his mind about the 21-year-old’s future at Stamford Bridge, but the Hammers are showing interest as Aaron Cresswell is in talks to join Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Maatsen played a significant role in Burnley’s Championship-winning season last year while on loan with them, contributing 10 goals in 42 games. Burnley won the title.

The Clarets want to sign the Dutchman on a permanent basis as a result of his performance, but Chelsea are asking for more than £20 million.

Additionally, Nottingham Forest has entered the fray for Maatsen’s services, and the City Ground-based team is considering making a £15 million offer.

Given that the former PSV Eindhoven youngster is entering the final year of his £11,000 per week contract at Stamford Bridge, it is unclear where his long-term future will lie.

After opening Chelsea’s preseason tour of the United States with two goals in a 5-0 win over Wrexham, Maatsen has given Pochettino some food for thought.

For the west Londoners, the left-back has only played in one competitive game, which was a victory over Grimsby Town in the Carabao Cup in 2019.

What was Ben Jacobs’ comments regarding Maatsen?

Despite having a promising preseason, Jacobs thinks Maatsen will struggle to earn regular playing time in Chelsea’s first team.

The journalist believes that if it becomes clear that he will not be able to enter Pochettino’s plans, the Netherlands under-21 international might be more interested in securing his permanent departure from west London than in going out on another loan.

Jacobs said to GIVEMESPORT: “I think Maatsen is in an interesting position because it’s difficult to predict the amount of game time that he’s going to get, but he did impress in the opening preseason victory over Wrexham.

He scored two goals while being allowed to attack freely. We now need to know if Chelsea intends to integrate him or, alternatively, loan him out.

However, once you’ve completed one loan, players like Maatsen will be more receptive to a permanent move if they realize they won’t be included in the first team plans. “.

What will Chelsea do next?

The reputable journalist Florian Plettenberg claims that Conor Gallagher may also be headed to the London Stadium in addition to Chelsea player Michael Maatsen who has been linked with a move to West Ham.

The 45-appearance 2022–23 English international, according to the Sky Sports Germany reporter, has expressed interest in joining the Hammers after productive negotiations.

However, Chelsea has put a £40 million price tag on Gallagher in an effort to ward off interest from Tottenham Hotspur and the Europa Conference League champions from the previous season.

Borussia Dortmund, a powerhouse in the Bundesliga, has inquired about the central midfielder’s availability in addition to Premier League clubs.

July 22, 2023
Trevoh Chalobah makes Chelsea promise as Mauricio Pochettino faces £34.6m transfer dilemma

Trevoh Chalobah could establish himself as a key member of the Chelsea squad for years to come if he can impress Mauricio Pochettino in pre-season

Trevoh Chalobah believes he is ready for a Chelsea leadership role after Mauricio Pochettino handed him the captaincy in his debut match. The defender, who was recently heavily linked with a Stamford Bridge exit, guided a fledgling Blues side to a 5-0 victory over Wrexham.

Despite turning just 24 earlier this month, Chalobah was the oldest player in Chelsea’s starting lineup to enter Chapel Hill to face the League Two side. In an interview with the club’s official website, the Cobham graduate acknowledged his responsibility and insisted that he was ready to become a leader.

“It’s crazy how the years go by,” Chalobah said. “I’m in my third season and now I’m one of the oldest players in this young team.

“Having this responsibility is a good thing and it’s important to support young players and make sure they feel comfortable in the team. I know how you feel. I was in his shoes once.

With Pochettino keen to embark on an exciting project in west London, Chalobah claimed he can help the Argentine ‘set the benchmark’. The £34.6million-rated defender added: “I think it’s important that I help set standards.” “I know the club inside out and hope for the younger players I can be a leader and someone they feel comfortable talking to. But I’m also still young so there will be things I can learn from them too.”

“Being together like this is what we have to do this season. We will need everyone. The new players have settled in well.” That’s the nice thing about this group, everyone feels welcome.

“Making people feel comfortable off the pitch is one of the most important things. And when you go out on the pitch, you have that connection.”

Chalobah’s determination to step up and become a leader at Chelsea comes as Pochettino searches for a new captain following the departure of Cesar Azpilicueta. According to the Evening Standard, the 51-year-old will make a final decision on his new captaincy towards the end of pre-season once he has built a stronger relationship with his players.

But the former Tottenham manager already has some candidates in mind. The report indicates that Thiago Silva is a “clear leader” for the takeover which previously took the bracelet last season in the absence of Azpilicueta.

The evening standard has also described Kepa Arrizabalaga, Raheem Sterling and Reece James as other candidates for the role of the captain. After Wesley Fofana should miss a large part of the new season due to injuries, Chalobah has opened a path to force himself at the start of Chelsea and become a key actor.

July 21, 2023
What Chelsea supporters yearned to see last season has already been accomplished by Mauricio Pochettino.

When his Chelsea team was attacking Wrexham, the referee decided to call time and blow the halftime whistle, which infuriated Mauricio Pochettino.

a 5-0 triumph in Wrexham over recently promoted League Two rivals. There doesn’t seem to be much to be thrilled about. Otherwise, does it?

However, given the surrounding circumstances, Chelsea supporters can be excused if they exaggerate the win and performance. The Blues’ performance on the field over the past 12 months has been nothing short of a disaster. There won’t be any European football to look forward to in the coming months due to the Premier League’s 12th-place finish last season.

There have been four different managers, including two who are permanent. Only a select few of the players who were brought to the club for more than £600 million have so far proven to be capable. But at Stamford Bridge, this marked the start of a new era. Hopefully the last “new era” I have to write about for a while.

While much tougher competition will come later in his tenure, Mauricio Pochettino’s match against Wrexham was the ideal start for the Argentine. For Pochettino and his young team, it was the ideal preseason opener with five goals, 20 players used, and a clean sheet.

And a particular incident near the end of the first half may have provided the most definitive proof yet of Pochettino’s appeal to Chelsea supporters. While Chelsea had the ball and were attacking the Wrexham defense, the referee blew for halftime. The game appeared to be headed in the right direction, but the referee still decided to call a timeout, infuriating Pochettino.

The Argentinean marched over to the referee to argue with him. On the surface, it may not seem like a big deal, but it demonstrates to Chelsea supporters the kind of character they now have in their dugout.

Numerous Chelsea fans claimed that former head coach Graham Potter lacked the drive necessary to succeed at Stamford Bridge. The 48-year-old Potter was ultimately let go for the lack of progress he made during his nearly seven-month stint at the club, but the 48-year-old never really won over the supporter base.

With his predecessor Thomas Tuchel, it was the complete opposite. Even after being relieved of his duties back in September, the German was a very well-liked figure among the club’s supporters. On the touchline, Tuchel’s enthusiasm was palpable. You could also relate to his suffering and agony whenever things did not go according to plan. He nearly joined the ranks of Chelsea supporters.

With Pochettino, it appears that is what we will get. Someone to fight your battles on your behalf. Take Jose Mourinho as an example. He is both one of the most likable and successful managers to have ever led the team.

However, passion isn’t everything because if it were, every ardent Chelsea fan would be employed in professional football. There is much more to it than that, and Pochettino has shown throughout his managerial career that he possesses the tactical prowess and people-management abilities necessary to be a top-tier coach.

There were some instances of what we could now categorically label as “Poch Ball” during the entire 90 minutes we witnessed against Wrexham. There is little passing and player movement coordination. enough energy. Interesting to see.

But Pochettino yelling at the referee stood out to me the most. Brilliant. What Chelsea actually require.

Additionally, let’s put this in some context by noting that Pochettino’s irate outburst occurred during a preseason friendly. against a League Two team. In the Premier League against Liverpool the following month, God help the referee if something similar occurs.

July 21, 2023