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03 Jun 2026 21:27:57
Some interesting developments regarding Morgan Rogers who is said to be very interested in joining Chelsea, while Chelsea's long-standing admiration for the Aston Villa star remains as high.
Chelsea have been looking for players who can instantly improve the first XI while also fitting Xabi Alonso's long-term vision. Rogers ticks every single box.
What makes this situation even more interesting is that both sides reportedly want the move. Chelsea want Rogers, and Rogers wants Chelsea. That's usually where the best deals start.
From a football perspective, it's easy to see why the club are pushing.
Rogers is one of the most complete attacking players in the Premier League right now. He can operate from the left wing, play as a No.10, drift centrally alongside Cole Palmer, or even play further forward depending on the system Alonso decides to use.
His biggest strength is probably his ability to carry the ball through pressure. He's powerful, direct, quick and incredibly difficult to stop once he starts driving forward. He combines the physicality of a midfielder with the creativity and goal threat of an attacker.
He's also proven he can thrive in a demanding tactical setup under Unai Emery, which should make the transition to Xabi Alonso's system much smoother.
He is also great friends with Cole Palmer and an English home grown.
This is about signing a Premier League-proven performer who wants to wear the badge, understands the league and still has room to develop into one of the best attacking players in England.
If Chelsea can agree the right fee, this could end up being one of the smartest deals of the entire summer.
1.) 04 Jun 2026 07:52:58
Rpd, I totally agree mate. Fingers crossed.
2.) 05 Jun 2026 14:53:23
Good player, and I would be happy to sign him. Not sure why he would join Chelsea without European football, etc.
3.) 05 Jun 2026 15:18:33
Arsenal bound. Far from the mentality monster Alonso is apparently after, according to Matt Law, he's very immature.
26 May 2026 07:45:58
ED01, any truth in the rumour that Oracle will be the new Chelsea FOS sponsor from next season? Thankyou for any information you may have.
{Ed001's Note - it is not really my area, but I was told the new shirt would be launched soon with Oracle on the front. So it does seem to be true, but, like I said, it is not really my area and it might simply have been that my friend saw a mock up to try and attract an advertiser, rather than the final design.}
1.) 26 May 2026 10:22:19
That would be good news. A long term deal would be better than the two partial season sponsors and the in-house deal. ?
2.) 26 May 2026 12:48:44
Absolutely agree, Tom.
3.) 26 May 2026 13:16:26
Also, I wouldn't have a problem with the Stadium being branded "The Oracle Stadium."
4.) 26 May 2026 15:53:08
Let's not get carried away, Tom, we have to get a FOS first.
08 May 2026 10:32:24
This from Matt Law and others.
Chelsea would like a CB to challenge Chalobah for the spot next to Colwill.
And would love to sell Fofana this summer.
A figure of £120m to even start a conversation around the sale of Palmer.
Chelsea looking at restructuring the midfield area.
Alonso, Iraola and Silva again mentioned as the 3 main candidates for next coach.
After missing out on Champions League qualification, the squad is set to lose significant bonuses next season.
Contracts include heavy UCL incentives:
Players on £200k/week could lose up to £2 million each annually.
A player on £100k/week stands to lose around £1 million.
Total squad impact: potentially over £50 million in reduced wage commitments which was very sensible to put in place and negates any financial issues over not qualifying for the Champions League but players will not be happy.
This comes amid a dismal season following the departure of Enzo Maresca.
Growing speculation of a major summer clearout.
I thought I would share.
1.) 08 May 2026 14:24:12
Thank you for your update, RPD.
2.) 08 May 2026 16:04:26
RPD, thanks as always mate.
02 May 2026 08:01:27
Newcastle Plot £60m Shock Swoop for Chelsea Hitman Jackson.
The in-form striker Nicolas Jackson is attracting huge interest from Premier League clubs after returning 11 goals from limited minutes this season following his £17 million loan deal to Bayern Munich. The £60 million fee coupled with the £17 million loan (£77 million) would be a remarkable return on a player who cost around £29 million.
Other news includes Pedro Neto's agent insisting his client will quit the club this summer with Chelsea open to a deal for around £70 million.
Garnacho will also be allowed to leave but only on a permanent deal with several clubs interested both here and abroad. Chelsea will want circa £45 million for the player who is one of the lowest paid players at the club hence attracting interest.
Source: various.
1.) 02 May 2026 08:29:55
While the rumour mill sources are never that accurate, I personally would be happy with all three being sold, if the money is spent well. Gordon would be an upgrade on Garnacho, although that's not a glowing reflection on Gordon's ability and I wouldn't spend over 50m to get him. Emegha already replaces Jackson.
Neto is a little trickier to replace, as he can play on both wings. Quenda will add an extra dimension. Gittens returns from injury, but I feel we may need a little more PL experience. Ndiaye at Everton has looked decent when I've watched them, as has Somerville at West Ham. They would both make good squad players.
2.) 02 May 2026 09:22:07
Melbourne, I guess it depends on who the new coach will be. Iraola plays a high press, high intensity style of football, so Gordon, Neto, and Jackson would fit well. Alonso plays a back 3 and wingbacks, so neither Neto, Garnacho, nor Gordon would be needed.
3.) 02 May 2026 10:20:22
Also, Irapla really likes Jackson, but, as Greenaway rightly says, it all depends on whoever the new coach will be.
I dont know about you guys, but im getting dizzy with all the rumours on a new coach, so will just wait until whoever it is comes in.
4.) 02 May 2026 10:49:53
I feel like whoever the coach is, if we can get 50m for Jackson with the 20 odd million Bayern paid for the loan, I'd rather be rid of him. I don't know why people think he would be better on the wing when he's never had a final ball. He caused all sorts of issues when with us, terrible discipline, terrible teammate, and, although the club fluffed him around with the Bayern loan, he refused to return to the club he had a contract with.
If we're trying to stamp out player egos, he will never be a good fit.
Neto has had a good season, and I like him, but he unfollowed the club on social media when Enzo left (childish af), and I think one of the best things Roman instilled in the club is that if a player is unhappy, he is sold.
5.) 03 May 2026 12:51:21
I wouldn't mind if all 3 go, but we should steer well clear of Gordon. Newcastle aren't selling him for anything less than £70m, and he's not that good imo. Yildiz would be a far better option for a similar amount.
30 Mar 2026 14:04:00
Nathan Ake is moving back to his house in Cobham this summer, probably unlikely but he would be a very solid signing.
Only other gossip I came across was the potential to still move to Earls Court if all parties, the club, the owners of the site and the planning people could align?
1.) 30 Mar 2026 16:11:23
Cheers, RPD.
I hope the Rarls Court happens, but I doubt it, as I think the additional funding will be acquired to build more housing.
Regards, Ake. It would be a gud move if he could stay fit, could be a goid addition for our medical team.
2.) 31 Mar 2026 18:05:40
Bill, I certainly wouldn't be signing any players with injury issues. We have enough already. The two young players who are joining in the summer have spent most of the season out with injuries. We need a bigger treatment room!
3.) 01 Apr 2026 08:35:25
Jimbo,
I think the SD's have shares in our medical department.
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10 Jun 2026 22:23:58
Morgan Gibbs White, Arda Guler or Morgan Rogers? Who we going for?
1.) 11 Jun 2026 02:27:23
1. Morgan Gibbs-White
2. Morgan Rogers
3. Arda Guler
That would be my order of preference. Guler marked down because of lack of Prem experience, but I'd be reasonably happy with any of them as a signing.
2.) 11 Jun 2026 09:17:50
None, just they would all cost too much, indeed. I can see transfer fees really shooting up this summer.
3.) 11 Jun 2026 10:01:00
I agree with Bill, none of them. Alonso likes to play with two number 10's, so let's play Palmer, Enzo Fernandez and Estevao in those positions. Joao Pedro can also play in there as well. If Palmer or Fernandez were to leave, then that becomes a different conversation.
Also, as Bill rightly says, transfer fees are becoming utterly ridiculous, I mean, £115 million being quoted for Elliot Anderson?
4.) 11 Jun 2026 10:26:59
I would love Gibbs White in our squad.
I like Anderson as a player, but I'm not overwhelmed.
5.) 11 Jun 2026 14:30:41
I agree. Gibbs-White and Morgan Rogers are overhyped and will be overpriced, mainly because they are English. Those two along with Anderson being touted around for £80 to £110 million is ridiculous. None of them have proved themselves at the highest level.
08 Jun 2026 18:20:13
Latest on Maresca compo.
What is holding up the appointment?
Maresca's final six months at Chelsea were marked by a fractured relationship with the club's ownership.
Compensation negotiations have been made more complex as Chelsea became aware of City's potential interest early in October and December.
Chelsea sources also claim they were aware of complaints from Maresca about the transfer policy at Stamford Bridge.
It is not known whether this played any role in Maresca's departure, but the relationship continued to further deteriorate over a number of issues, including medical staff and team selections.
Despite the tension, Chelsea sources say the hierarchy still respected much of Maresca's work with the players and he remained popular with the majority of the dressing room.
The club feel the upheaval played a major role in the club's drop in form after his exit, with them not ending up qualifying for Europe.
Maresca had been open to renewing his contract early in the season amid interest from Serie A side Juventus.
£10 million please.
1.) 08 Jun 2026 20:45:52
RPD, maybe just me, but given the reported circumstances and upheaval, I would want more than £10m.
2.) 09 Jun 2026 08:25:12
Personally, Tom,
I would take the £10mil if they also threw in Haaland, Rodri, Doku, Donnarumma and Cherki.
3.) 10 Jun 2026 09:22:18
So RM have paid £13mil for Mourhino. That should be our starting point, but then add a tapping up premium on top of the baseline.
07 Jun 2026 21:44:30
Todd Boehly has made it clear that his preference would be to move Chelsea from their current site into a new multi-purpose stadium.
Clearlake has not made their position on the stadium public, but it is believed to broadly align with that of Boehly.
This comes amid ongoing discussions about Stamford Bridge's future — the historic ground's constraints, expansion challenges, and the owners' ambition to create a modern, revenue-generating venue that could host more than just football.
Chelsea fans have been split on the stadium debate for years — some want to stay and renovate the Bridge, others are excited by the idea of a state-of-the-art new home. This update suggests the ownership group is leaning heavily toward the "new build" option.
@Matt_Law_DT is reporting this and is normally on the ball with all things Chelsea so I wonder if something is in the pipeline?
1.) 08 Jun 2026 06:18:40
RPD
The owners can't even get a permanent FOS, so a SB project is totally beyond them.
2.) 08 Jun 2026 07:43:19
RPD, Thanks for the information and it is good to know that all the ownership is broadly in agreement.
I personally would welcome a move away from the SB site and the development of a new ground.
I assume this would be dependent on land being available. I would also have no problems with a SB rebuild on the current site. The desire may well be there, but I don't see either option happening in my lifetime.
3.) 08 Jun 2026 09:30:55
Tom, I fully agree with you that it is good news that the ownership are in general agreement about the best way to proceed. For Matt Law to write that article does potentially imply that a suitable piece of land has been identified.
It will obviously take many, many years to complete the process, but would mean we continue to play football at our spiritual home in the meantime, so a win win from my viewpoint.
4.) 08 Jun 2026 13:46:29
I read in the last day or so that the owners think the only realistic venue would be Earls Court if we were to move.
5.) 09 Jun 2026 10:55:24
There's a massive lack of available & suitable land nearby. Earls Court is one option, but I don't really see that happening. If there was gonna be a move, I imagine it'll have to be slightly further out than most fans would be happy with.
6.) 09 Jun 2026 23:24:05
Fuser, you raise a good point about fans not being happy if a new stadium was built too far away from Stamford Bridge or the general Chelsea area.
I think Chelsea, the club, should remain in the Chelsea area. The only way I can see that happening is staying on our current site.
I think Earls Court is a non-starter.
From a commuter standpoint, a move to a better transport and railway link would be good. My gooner and spuds mates tell me their respective clubs' transport links are atrocious.
06 Jun 2026 08:54:04
So Rio Ngumoha is possibly going to Bayern Munich. The 17 year old came through the Chelsea academy and John Terry said he had all the ability to go on and be a world superstar. Rumour has it that Klopp tapped him up and off he went to Liverpool despite the club doing all they could to keep him, it now appears Kompany wants him to replace another former Chelsea academy player Olise at Bayern.
That could be Chelsea, Liverpool and now Bayern Munich in just 2 years for young Rio.
Is he that good?
1.) 06 Jun 2026 10:10:21
Rpd
I watched a few Liverpool games, and when I saw him play, he was the stand out in a very poor team.
He wanted to take on players, had pace, and looked to test the opposing team at every opportunity.
2.) 06 Jun 2026 10:54:01
thanks Bill, ED01, is there any truth on this rumour?
{Ed001's Note - he is not for sale. I think it is more about them being annoyed at Liverpool showing interest in Olise.}
3.) 06 Jun 2026 11:25:06
Looks like Olise will be RM bound.
4.) 06 Jun 2026 17:42:35
Ed may or may not be able to confirm this, but I believe Liverpool broke a longstanding wage structure to sign Ngumoha, not to mention the previously brought up guarantee of playing time. Nowhere near justifying that so far, but still very early days. Chelsea were left less than impressed with his camp and Liverpool regarding the manor of his exit.
{Ed001's Note - yes they did, stupidly imo. It is never a good way to go. Young players getting too much too early is always going to end in trouble.}
5.) 07 Jun 2026 08:57:50
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has made a bold statement about Chelsea's next generation, and it directly fuels the debate between Chelsea and Liverpool fans.
Ferdinand labelled Jesse Derry as the best English U20 player right now, putting him ahead of Liverpool's Nguhoma, who left Chelsea to join the Reds.
Derry has been rapidly rising through the ranks at Cobham since arriving from Crystal Palace, showing why Chelsea internally rate him so highly.
The 18-year-old has registered 6 goals and 3 assists in Premier League 2, followed by a senior debut in the FA Cup against Hull City, before earning his first Premier League start against Nottingham Forest.
Speaking on The Long Ball Podcast, Ferdinand said:
Jesse Derry is the best U20 in the UK.
Level-headed. This kid is a killer.
This has only intensified the debate between Chelsea and Liverpool supporters, especially after Nguhoma's departure from Cobham.
From Chelsea's side, the pathway is now opening up even more, with potential wide-area exits giving Derry a clearer route into Xabi Alonso's plans.
For me, there's no debate, if you're talking pure ceiling and impact at this level, Jesse Derry is the one. Nguhoma can do his thing at Liverpool, but Chelsea have their own star cooking.
If Alonso trusts him, this kid doesn't just play... he takes over.
Interesting debate.
6.) 07 Jun 2026 12:48:57
I'm with you, Rpd. Rio decided to move on, Jesse is here, so let's support the lad and get him into the first-team squad. Let's give him and Josh a proper chance to break through.
In fairness to Liverpool, they have played Rio on a number of occasions. We have not done the same with Josh.
05 Jun 2026 11:13:59
John Obi Mikel.
I actually agree with what he says.
John Obi Mikel reacts on what needs to be done at Chelsea in order to compete at the top level.
I keep hearing people say Chelsea needs five or six new signings.
I don't agree with that. For me, three players are enough.
Number one is an elite centre forward. Victor Osimhen would be my choice. He guarantees goals. He can decide big games on his own.
Number two is a proven centre-back. Alessandro Bastoni is exactly the type of player Chelsea needs. He would bring leadership, quality, and stability to the back line.
Number three is a top winger. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia has everything. Pace. Creativity. Goals. He can change a game in a moment.
I genuinely believe these three signings would be enough.
The squad already has a lot of talent. What Chelsea needs now is the right direction.
With proper tactics, which I believe Xabi Alonso could offer, this team can compete for the Premier League title next season.
1.) 05 Jun 2026 13:14:27
I agree, three high level starters could elevate this squad to challenging straight away. I just don't think we're shopping in the same places, Rpd.
Osimhen might be convinced by our project. I'd think he'd swap Galatasaray for Chelsea, if not for the wages. They will be extortionate and likely rule him out. Igor Thiago may well be a more realistic option, or maybe Vlahovic on a free, after he left Juventus, but wage demands will be high for him too.
If you sign a top striker, to start, I believe Joao Pedro moves into the left attacking space behind the striker. As much as it pains me to say this, Kvaratskhelia will have zero interest in signing for Chelsea this summer.
A repeat UCL winner, MOTM in the last final, signing for a club without UCL - just not going to happen. Morgan Rogers would be more realistic, and I don't think he'll sign for us either. Gibbs-White would be a good option, 19 G/A in the EPL last season, for a largely poor Forest team.
Similarly to Kvaratskhelia, and similarly paining me to say, I don't think Bastoni will have any interest in us, not this summer, at least. Lacroix would be a really good signing. I will also go out on a limb and say Alonso will fall head over heels for Acheampong - he'll be starting regularly next season, especially if Alonso opts for a three at the back system.
2.) 05 Jun 2026 14:45:16
I rate Gibbs White, and would take him all day long, but I can't see Forest letting him leave in the same window as Anderson.
3.) 05 Jun 2026 16:24:02
Yes, I agree that we probably need just three really top players to strengthen the spine of the team to be competitive near the top again. But we have moved ourselves out of contention for many top players by not being in Europe, and perhaps Osimhen is the only possibility - if remote, cos of wage demands that we seem no longer willing to pay even for top players.
We will see.
05 Jun 2026 10:59:05
Tom, I have seen it quoted several times that Maresca said he would not engage further with Man City if the club rewarded him with a new contract on improved terms, but he was told a very firm no.
04 Jun 2026 17:06:46
It seems that Maresca was approached (tapped up) by Man City, and immediately reported this to the club, and told them he would not engage with them but would like a new contract to match what Man City were offering. Seems very fair, decent and reasonable on his part. It transpires that the club (Chelsea) told him no, and to go on garden leave, hence the change of manager.
I'm not sure what compensation will be due either way, but it does show Man City do tend to get away with whatever suits them. Will be interesting how this pans out, but my guess is their money will just cover it all up.
03 Jun 2026 05:59:42
We were never interested in him, pure click bait.
He will join Real Madrid.
23 Apr 2026 21:21:44
A source close to a senior Chelsea player says there are clear divisions within the dressing room.
Some players are focused purely on the club's success, while others are still frustrated by Enzo Maresca's departure and believe more should have stood against it.
Different perspectives internally, with unity not fully there.
The bottom line was they wanted change.
Apparently, there was a break clause and LR will draw a salary for a max of 12 months from his appointment, and that will stop if he gets a new role on the same money.
The headline figures of large payouts are very wide of the mark and designed to capture the thoughts of the slightly less intelligent.
26 Feb 2026 13:54:22
You are very welcome, Bill.
08 Jun 2026 09:30:55
Tom, I fully agree with you that it is good news that the ownership are in general agreement about the best way to proceed. For Matt Law to write that article does potentially imply that a suitable piece of land has been identified.
It will obviously take many, many years to complete the process, but would mean we continue to play football at our spiritual home in the meantime, so a win win from my viewpoint.
07 Jun 2026 08:57:50
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has made a bold statement about Chelsea's next generation, and it directly fuels the debate between Chelsea and Liverpool fans.
Ferdinand labelled Jesse Derry as the best English U20 player right now, putting him ahead of Liverpool's Nguhoma, who left Chelsea to join the Reds.
Derry has been rapidly rising through the ranks at Cobham since arriving from Crystal Palace, showing why Chelsea internally rate him so highly.
The 18-year-old has registered 6 goals and 3 assists in Premier League 2, followed by a senior debut in the FA Cup against Hull City, before earning his first Premier League start against Nottingham Forest.
Speaking on The Long Ball Podcast, Ferdinand said:
Jesse Derry is the best U20 in the UK.
Level-headed. This kid is a killer.
This has only intensified the debate between Chelsea and Liverpool supporters, especially after Nguhoma's departure from Cobham.
From Chelsea's side, the pathway is now opening up even more, with potential wide-area exits giving Derry a clearer route into Xabi Alonso's plans.
For me, there's no debate, if you're talking pure ceiling and impact at this level, Jesse Derry is the one. Nguhoma can do his thing at Liverpool, but Chelsea have their own star cooking.
If Alonso trusts him, this kid doesn't just play... he takes over.
Interesting debate.
06 Jun 2026 10:54:01
thanks Bill, ED01, is there any truth on this rumour?
{Ed001's Note - he is not for sale. I think it is more about them being annoyed at Liverpool showing interest in Olise.}
04 Jun 2026 05:53:15
Enzo F is neither a true 6 or a true 10, so he would not really fit in an Alonso system, who likes to play either 3-4-2-1 or 4-2-3-1. He just isn't quick enough, or good enough in defence as a 6, and so often left Caicedo exposed. He is better as a 10, but again lacks that pace to beat a man, and whilst his goal and assist contributions were improving, I think we can do better. Importantly though, he wants to leave, and we don't want players who would rather be somewhere else.
Now, to Morgan Rogers, who is also wanted by Arsenal and Liverpool. He is one of the most complete attacking players in the Premier League. He can operate from the left wing, so would be more of a replacement for Garnacho or Gittens and not Enzo F. He can also play as a No.10, drift centrally alongside Cole Palmer, or even play further forward depending on the system Alonso decides to use.
His biggest strength is probably his ability to carry the ball through pressure. He's powerful, direct, quick, and incredibly difficult to stop once he starts driving forward. He combines the physicality of a midfielder with the creativity and goal threat of an attacker.
He is also great friends with Cole Palmer and an English home-grown.
This is about signing a Premier League-proven performer who wants to wear the badge, understands the league, and still has room to develop into one of the best attacking players in England.
He might well end up at one of our rivals, as the interest in him is huge, but if we could get him in to play in that position alongside Palmer, compete with Estevao (in a 3-4-2-1), or on the left of a 4-2-3-1 to replace Garnacho/Gittens, that would be some upgrade.
01 Jun 2026 15:10:12
Thankyou ED01, I agree with all that you said. Maybe it suited the Premier League for Man City to not win the league in light of the 115 charges?
{Ed001's Note - interesting idea, it is a bit late for that to be an issue as they have won so many due to their cheating.}