Reece James ruled out for at least two England World Cup matches with hamstring injury
The Chelsea defender reported tightness following the goalless draw against Ghana and will miss Saturday’s clash with Panama and the subsequent last-32 tie.
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Bezzi backs Inter caution after Palestra opts for Chelsea
Journalist Gianni Bezzi has defended Inter Milan’s cautious approach to signing Palestra, suggesting the Serie A side were wise to hesitate before the right-back elected to join Chelsea instead.
Bayern Munich agree €55m deal for Eintracht Frankfurt’s Nathaniel Brown
Bayern Munich and Eintracht Frankfurt have reached a €55 million agreement for defender Nathaniel Brown. The 23-year-old is set to sign a contract until 2031 despite late interest from Arsenal and Chelsea.
Inter turn to Wesley and Guga after losing Palestra to Chelsea
Inter Milan are weighing up moves for Roma’s Wesley and Fluminense’s Guga after losing Marco Palestra to Chelsea and Denzel Dumfries to Real Madrid, leaving the Nerazzurri with €70m to spend on replacements.
Palestra undergoes Chelsea medical after Blues hijack Inter deal
Marco Palestra is undergoing his Chelsea medical today after the Blues beat Inter Milan to his signature in a deal worth €57 million plus add-ons.
Tottenham push for Tonali and Fernandes amid Chelsea defensive reshuffle
Tottenham Hotspur are pushing to sign Sandro Tonali from Newcastle United and Mateus Fernandes from West Ham United. The London club face competition from Manchester United and Real Madrid for Fernandes, while Chelsea monitor defensive targets.
Trump to present World Cup trophy at final, Infantino confirms
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has confirmed Donald Trump will present the World Cup trophy at the final on 19 July at the New York New Jersey Stadium.
Manchester City Close to £10m Deal with Chelsea for Enzo Maresca
Manchester City are nearing a £10 million agreement with Chelsea to appoint Enzo Maresca as their new manager after the Italian allegedly breached his contract by holding talks with the club.
Manchester City Close to Enzo Maresca Deal as Chelsea Demand Compensation
Manchester City are on the verge of appointing Enzo Maresca as their new manager after moving close to a compensation agreement with Chelsea.
Cucurella: Rejecting Real Madrid Was Impossible Despite Chelsea Happiness
Spain defender Marc Cucurella explains how his £52 million move from Chelsea to Real Madrid took just 36 hours, revealing details of José Mourinho’s persuasive phone call.