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Chelsea wages: Top 10 highest-paid players at Stamford Bridge
Nathan Egerton 18 Apr 2025

Chelsea wages: Top 10 highest-paid players at Stamford Bridge

Chelsea started handing out lucrative contracts when Roman Abramovich bought the club in 2003 and they are continuing to do so under Todd Boehly

Chelsea Reece James
Roy Keane compares Reece James to England icon as Thomas Tuchel lavishes praise on Chelsea captain
James Holland 25 Mar 2025

Roy Keane compares Reece James to England icon as Thomas Tuchel lavishes praise on Chelsea captain

The Blues ace marked his first England start since September 2022 with an excellent goal against Latvia on Monday night

Chelsea Reece James
‘I don’t like it’ – John Terry tag teams with Tuchel over major Maresca error at Chelsea
Rob McCarthy 21 Mar 2025

‘I don’t like it’ – John Terry tag teams with Tuchel over major Maresca error at Chelsea

Legendary Blues skipper Terry does not agree with Enzo Maresca's assessment that Reece James can play as a central midfielder, siding with former Blues boss Tuchel on the mater

Chelsea Enzo Maresca
Real Madrid plot shock Chelsea loan after Liverpool dig in heels over Alexander-Arnold
Subhankar Mondal 16 Jan 2025

Real Madrid plot shock Chelsea loan after Liverpool dig in heels over Alexander-Arnold

The Spanish and European giants are looking for a temporary fix as they wait for Alexander-Arnold to become a free agent in the summer and in the wake of Liverpool's stance over a January sale

Real Madrid Trent Alexander-Arnold
Real Madrid looking into mind-boggling Chelsea raid worth just £20m
Steve Pearson 27 Nov 2024

Real Madrid looking into mind-boggling Chelsea raid worth just £20m

A remarkable report claims Real Madrid are exploring the risky signing of Chelsea captain Reece James and the Blues could decide the time is right to part ways through a heavily-incentivised sale

Chelsea Real Madrid
Reece James brutally called ‘new Jack Wilshere’ following ‘strange’ Chelsea decision
James Holland 23 Nov 2024

Reece James brutally called ‘new Jack Wilshere’ following ‘strange’ Chelsea decision

Reece James has been warned that he is at 'last chance saloon' to get his career back on track following his latest injury blow at Chelsea

Chelsea Reece James
‘Either sell him or he needs to retire’ – Chelsea fans react to latest Reece James news
Rob McCarthy 21 Nov 2024

‘Either sell him or he needs to retire’ – Chelsea fans react to latest Reece James news

James made four appearances in the space of three weeks prior to the international break but is now set for a spell on the sidelines again with another hamstring problem

Chelsea Reece James
Scholes convinced Chelsea are misusing one of their biggest stars; Maresca seemingly agrees
Steve Pearson 02 Nov 2024

Scholes convinced Chelsea are misusing one of their biggest stars; Maresca seemingly agrees

Scholes has voiced concerns over Reece James' suitability for the captain's role at Chelsea, and recent comments from Maresca show the Blues boss isn't convinced by the right-back's leadership either

Chelsea Paul Scholes
Ruthless Maresca savages senior Chelsea star; names two teammates putting him to shame
Steve Pearson 26 Oct 2024

Ruthless Maresca savages senior Chelsea star; names two teammates putting him to shame

Maresca pulled no punches when criticising the leadership capabilities of captain Reece James, while the manager also named two Chelsea stars who would make better skippers

Chelsea Tosin Adarabioyo
Reece James transfer truths emerge after shock Chelsea sale touted for bizarre reason
Steve Pearson 14 Oct 2024

Reece James transfer truths emerge after shock Chelsea sale touted for bizarre reason

Amid curious claims Reece James could leave Chelsea for Benfica or Barcelona due to those clubs offering warmer climates, a fresh report has delivered a decisive update on the matter

Chelsea Barcelona
Barcelona offered chance to sign Chelsea star, with rare reason for shock transfer cited
Samuel Bannister 12 Oct 2024

Barcelona offered chance to sign Chelsea star, with rare reason for shock transfer cited

Barcelona are one of two clubs offered the player's services, in a move backed by some unusual but justifiable advice

Chelsea Barcelona
Five-man list to replace Chelsea superstar includes Barcelona man Blues failed for previously
Ciaran McCarthy 19 Sep 2024

Five-man list to replace Chelsea superstar includes Barcelona man Blues failed for previously

Chelsea have turned their attention back to a Barcelona player who they failed to sign in 2022

Chelsea Reece James
Next Chelsea manager urged to make cut-throat decision as soon as he walks through the door
Rob McCarthy 24 May 2024

Next Chelsea manager urged to make cut-throat decision as soon as he walks through the door

The Blues academy graduate was named captain ahead of the 2023/24 season but only ended up making 11 appearances in all competitions

Chelsea Emmanuel Petit
Cole Palmer backtracks on massive Reece James claim after another Chelsea win
Rob McCarthy 12 May 2024

Cole Palmer backtracks on massive Reece James claim after another Chelsea win

Although Palmer did not get on the scoresheet at Forest, for once, he did provide a brilliant assist for Mykhailo Mudryk’s opener in another Chelsea win on Saturday

Chelsea Reece James
Chelsea told to break bank to sign Man Utd pair with duo Pochettino must not sell named
James Marshment 09 Apr 2024

Chelsea told to break bank to sign Man Utd pair with duo Pochettino must not sell named

The Blues have been urged to launch a daring double raid on Man Utd - while Boehly has also been ordered to rule out the sale of two big-name stars

Marcus Rashford Bruno Fernandes
Liverpool stung, as Chelsea offer elite star to Real Madrid in blockbuster swap deal
James Holland 07 Apr 2024

Liverpool stung, as Chelsea offer elite star to Real Madrid in blockbuster swap deal

Chelsea could rub salt in Liverpool wounds by winning the race for a top-quality Real Madrid star, according to stunning reports

Real Madrid Reece James
Chelsea superstar saved from exit but concerning sale to be agreed if Pochettino fails at one thing
Ciaran McCarthy 05 Apr 2024

Chelsea superstar saved from exit but concerning sale to be agreed if Pochettino fails at one thing

One man is safe but another two are almost certain to be shown the door to rectify Chelsea's financial situation

Chelsea Trevoh Chalobah
Chelsea star’s stance on summer exit revealed as Euro giants line up bid amid Blues PSR worries
Harry Watkinson 03 Apr 2024

Chelsea star’s stance on summer exit revealed as Euro giants line up bid amid Blues PSR worries

TEAMtalk understands that the London side will have to part ways with several players this summer to ensure they comply with the Premier League's profit and sustainability rules

Chelsea Real Madrid
Stunning claims Chelsea captain Reece James will join Real Madrid prompt huge hint from Fabrizio Romano
Steve Pearson 02 Apr 2024

Stunning claims Chelsea captain Reece James will join Real Madrid prompt huge hint from Fabrizio Romano

Amid claims Real Madrid are preparing an offer for transfer-listed Chelsea captain Reece James, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has shared what he knows

Chelsea Reece James
Tottenham to swoop after Chelsea forced into sales of Reece James and Pochettino favourite, as Boehly era hits rock bottom
Steve Pearson 31 Mar 2024

Tottenham to swoop after Chelsea forced into sales of Reece James and Pochettino favourite, as Boehly era hits rock bottom

Chelsea are 'preparing to sell' captain Reece James and No 1 Tottenham target Conor Gallagher after a damning report detailed how the Todd Boehly era has sunk to a new low

Chelsea Reece James
The 11 Chelsea players that have brutally dropped in value since start of 2023/24 season
Ben Stewart 12 Feb 2024

The 11 Chelsea players that have brutally dropped in value since start of 2023/24 season

Chelsea have experienced a troublesome few years and it probably won’t come as much of a surprise to learn that a large bulk of their squad has lost a significant amount of market value.

Chelsea Raheem Sterling
Man City tipped to succeed with blockbuster Chelsea raid, as Todd Boehly risks ‘fan rebellion’
Steve Pearson 25 Jan 2024

Man City tipped to succeed with blockbuster Chelsea raid, as Todd Boehly risks ‘fan rebellion’

Why Man City could succeed with a shock swoop for Chelsea captain Reece James has been revealed, with a report also claiming 'the temptation to cash in might be too great to resist'

Chelsea Reece James
Chelsea ‘in contact’ with Real Madrid as Boehly looks to swap £80m-rated star for long-term Liverpool target
James Marshment 28 Dec 2023

Chelsea ‘in contact’ with Real Madrid as Boehly looks to swap £80m-rated star for long-term Liverpool target

Eye-catching reports in Spain claim Blues chieg Boehly has approached Real Madrid over a swap deal that could see two £80m-rated stars trade places

Real Madrid Reece James
Chelsea hell-bent on trouncing Arsenal, Newcastle to right-back coup after worst Reece James fears come true
Steve Pearson 21 Dec 2023

Chelsea hell-bent on trouncing Arsenal, Newcastle to right-back coup after worst Reece James fears come true

Chelsea's worst fears regarding James' latest hamstring injury have been realised, and a report claims the Blues are now determined to beat Arsenal and Newcastle to the signature of a thriving right-back next month

Chelsea Reece James
Exclusive: Chelsea star adamant Man City not an option but Real Madrid switch enticing him
Graeme Bailey 17 Nov 2023

Exclusive: Chelsea star adamant Man City not an option but Real Madrid switch enticing him

"In the future, could he be tempted by Real Madrid? That would depend how things go, but don’t rule it out."

Chelsea Real Madrid
Klopp stunned as Real Madrid eye staggering Liverpool raid after Chelsea frustration
James Holland 14 Nov 2023

Klopp stunned as Real Madrid eye staggering Liverpool raid after Chelsea frustration

Real Madrid are interested in signing a world-class star from Liverpool after being left frustrated with a Chelsea player, according to reports

Liverpool Real Madrid
Blockbuster Man City transfer ‘completely ruled out’ by Chelsea star as Real Madrid learn their fate
Samuel Bannister 13 Nov 2023

Blockbuster Man City transfer ‘completely ruled out’ by Chelsea star as Real Madrid learn their fate

The in-demand Chelsea ace will not entertain a domestic transfer to Manchester City in news that will be a relief to the Blues - but what will Real Madrid make of it?

Chelsea Real Madrid
Man City join Real Madrid in race for blockbuster Chelsea signing, with Guardiola to overhaul one position
James Holland 13 Nov 2023

Man City join Real Madrid in race for blockbuster Chelsea signing, with Guardiola to overhaul one position

Manchester City will provide Real Madrid with fierce competition to sign an elite Chelsea star, according to stunning reports

Real Madrid Reece James
Exclusive: Real Madrid plot stunning move for Chelsea star as LaLiga giants eye next Jude Bellingham
Dean Jones 02 Nov 2023

Exclusive: Real Madrid plot stunning move for Chelsea star as LaLiga giants eye next Jude Bellingham

The Chelsea star returned to full match action on Wednesday night and his performances will be analysed closely as the Spanish giants consider ways to strengthen their team long-term

Real Madrid Reece James
Pochettino rocked, as Real Madrid choose Chelsea ace as ‘first signing for next season’
Steve Pearson 20 Oct 2023

Pochettino rocked, as Real Madrid choose Chelsea ace as ‘first signing for next season’

Real are stepping up their pursuit of a Chelsea star Pochettino will be dead set against losing, and the surprising sum they're prepared to bid has been revealed

Chelsea Real Madrid
Liverpool stunned, as Chelsea shockingly ‘plan’ to swap club captain for Real Madrid star Klopp wants
Harry Watkinson 22 Sep 2023

Liverpool stunned, as Chelsea shockingly ‘plan’ to swap club captain for Real Madrid star Klopp wants

The Blues have staggeringly spent over £1bn since Todd Boehly took charge last year but only managed a 12th-place finish in the Premier League last term

Real Madrid Reece James
Man City ‘in talks’ with Chelsea as Guardiola plots shock move for England star; huge offer required for deal
Harry Watkinson 18 Sep 2023

Man City ‘in talks’ with Chelsea as Guardiola plots shock move for England star; huge offer required for deal

Walker has signed a new contract with the Cityzens until 2026 but given he is 33, Guardiola is already planning for the future without him

Reece James
Pochettino eager to keep Chelsea favourite on board but ‘ridiculous’ Real offer tipped to turn heads
Neil Foster 17 Sep 2023

Pochettino eager to keep Chelsea favourite on board but ‘ridiculous’ Real offer tipped to turn heads

The Blues are aware of interest in one of their top stars but any suitors will have to dig extremely deep if they are to stand any chance of doing a deal

Chelsea Reece James
Pochettino wary of damaging Chelsea raid as Real Madrid eye crucial Blues man to replace stalwart
James Holland 14 Sep 2023

Pochettino wary of damaging Chelsea raid as Real Madrid eye crucial Blues man to replace stalwart

Chelsea could receive an offer for an important star next year as Real Madrid have identified him as an ideal replacement for one player, as per a report

Chelsea Real Madrid
Euro Paper Talk: Next Liverpool manager named as top coach poised to swap places with Klopp after Euro 2024; Real Madrid want key Chelsea star
James Holland 14 Sep 2023

Euro Paper Talk: Next Liverpool manager named as top coach poised to swap places with Klopp after Euro 2024; Real Madrid want key Chelsea star

Thursday's Euro Paper Talk includes a report naming Liverpool's successor for Jurgen Klopp, plus Real Madrid pursuing a Chelsea leader

Jurgen Klopp Julian Nagelsmann
Pivotal Chelsea star brutally shuts down Arsenal transfer claim amid suggestion he could follow Havertz
James Holland 30 Jun 2023

Pivotal Chelsea star brutally shuts down Arsenal transfer claim amid suggestion he could follow Havertz

A star who could be considered Pochettino's most important player at Chelsea has ended brief talk of him heading to Arsenal and reuniting with Havertz

Reece James
Fabrizio Romano confirms blockbuster Chelsea transfer is off, with ‘untouchable’ player forcing re-think
Steve Pearson 24 Apr 2023

Fabrizio Romano confirms blockbuster Chelsea transfer is off, with ‘untouchable’ player forcing re-think

A major Chelsea transfer involving a LaLiga giant will not be taking place according to Romano, with the player in question deemed "untouchable" by his club

Chelsea Reece James
Clever Real Madrid raid for Chelsea star takes shape as Blues recognise ‘obligation to sell’
Ciaran McCarthy 13 Apr 2023

Clever Real Madrid raid for Chelsea star takes shape as Blues recognise ‘obligation to sell’

Chelsea will reportedly be obliged to sell a star in the summer, and Real Madrid are very attentive to that, as their major target has been named

Chelsea Real Madrid
Second source confirms £90m Real Madrid raid on Chelsea is coming, as private Boehly feelings on shock sale emerge
Steve Pearson 03 Apr 2023

Second source confirms £90m Real Madrid raid on Chelsea is coming, as private Boehly feelings on shock sale emerge

A second source confirmed Real will move for a Chelsea star they cannot afford to lose this summer, and the club's thoughts regarding a mooted £90m bid have emerged

Chelsea Reece James
Real Madrid plotting unthinkable double Chelsea raid, with most damaging exit ‘within reach’ as Todd Boehly squirms
Steve Pearson 30 Mar 2023

Real Madrid plotting unthinkable double Chelsea raid, with most damaging exit ‘within reach’ as Todd Boehly squirms

Real are targeting two Chelsea starters and hope to capitalise on their need to balance the books, and the most damaging exit is 'much more within reach than might be expected'

Chelsea Kai Havertz
Huge praise for influential Chelsea star as Ian Wright issues world-class verdict and makes PSG comparison
James Holland 14 Feb 2023

Huge praise for influential Chelsea star as Ian Wright issues world-class verdict and makes PSG comparison

Ian Wright has waxed lyrical about a Chelsea player, declaring him as one of the best players in the world in his position

Chelsea Ian Wright
Chelsea ramp up pursuit of highly-rated Serie A right back after latest Reece James injury
Harry Watkinson 28 Dec 2022

Chelsea ramp up pursuit of highly-rated Serie A right back after latest Reece James injury

Chelsea have ramped up their pursuit of an in-demand Serie A right-back following Reece James' latest injury setback, according to reports. 

Chelsea Inter Milan
Graham Potter: ‘Fingers crossed’ on James injury as ‘fantastic’ Chelsea attitude hailed in ‘deserved’ win
Ciaran McCarthy 27 Dec 2022

Graham Potter: ‘Fingers crossed’ on James injury as ‘fantastic’ Chelsea attitude hailed in ‘deserved’ win

The attitude of his players was the highlight of the night for Potter, though he'll be sweating over the fitness of star man Reece James, who sustained yet another injury

Chelsea Graham Potter
Southgate savaged as ‘shocked’ Paul Merson reveals which Chelsea star ‘as important as Kane’ could save England
Neil Foster 11 Nov 2022

Southgate savaged as ‘shocked’ Paul Merson reveals which Chelsea star ‘as important as Kane’ could save England

The outspoken pundit has aired his views on the Three Lions squad and pulled no punches on one omission.

Chelsea Reece James
Nine players that are currently injury doubts ahead of the 2022 World Cup: Pogba, Dybala, James…
Nathan Egerton 26 Oct 2022

Nine players that are currently injury doubts ahead of the 2022 World Cup: Pogba, Dybala, James…

Several big-name players have been struggling with injury problems this season and they are now sweating over their participation at Qatar 2022

Paul Pogba Raphael Varane
Reece James injury latest: Chelsea plunged into dilemma after update on defender which also affects World Cup hopes
Samuel Bannister 14 Oct 2022

Reece James injury latest: Chelsea plunged into dilemma after update on defender which also affects World Cup hopes

News emerged shortly before Graham Potter's press conference on Friday about Reece James' injury situation, and the manager has now shed light on the next steps

Chelsea Graham Potter
Euro Paper Talk: Man Utd plotting January raid for £45m-rated Diogo Dalot upgrade; Real Madrid to stun Chelsea with move for top defensive star
Rob McCarthy 07 Oct 2022

Euro Paper Talk: Man Utd plotting January raid for £45m-rated Diogo Dalot upgrade; Real Madrid to stun Chelsea with move for top defensive star

Friday's Euro Gossip claims United are ready to swoop for a Serie A defender to replace Diogo Dalot, while Real Madrid could shock Chelsea with a big offer for a top star

Manchester United Diogo Dalot
Reece James says Chelsea on verge of major opportunity, as details of history-making contract revealed
Jonny Whitfield 05 Sep 2022

Reece James says Chelsea on verge of major opportunity, as details of history-making contract revealed

Reece James has signed a historic contract at Chelsea and insisted that the Blues are close to achieving something special

Chelsea Reece James
Chelsea to ward off Man City with long-term deal for key man, as talks reach ‘final stage’
James Holland 04 Sep 2022

Chelsea to ward off Man City with long-term deal for key man, as talks reach ‘final stage’

Man City have been named as potential suitors for a versatile Chelsea star, forcing Thomas Tuchel's side into action.

Chelsea Real Madrid
Plan for Armando Broja transpires as new contract is signed, with two Chelsea stars to follow
Matthew Briggs 03 Sep 2022

Plan for Armando Broja transpires as new contract is signed, with two Chelsea stars to follow

"I’m lost for words really just thinking about it. It’s the club I’ve dreamed of playing for my whole life."

Chelsea Mason Mount
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