And his hand may be further strengthened by the fact that the Hammers need to lend to Antonio Rudiger.
Get all the gossip and updates on transfers below. . .
THE RIGHT MAN FOR HER
Man Utd has been asked to update Ed Woodward with former Chelsea guru Michael Emenalo.
Arsenal legend Ian Wright has said Old Trafford club calls for more search for new players.
He said on Kelly and Wrighty’s show: “To me, and it’s obvious to me, you have someone like Michael Emenalo in Chelsea.
“He won 3 Premier Leagues and three other coaches, won the Champions League, helped oversee the loan formula and academy formula at Chelsea.
“We’re talking about a football director who knows exactly what he’s doing.
“We’re talking to [Roman] Abramovich with three other coaches and he still managed, because he’s a footballer, to do his homework.
“What happened to Chelsea is that when we say ‘another coach has come in’, they nevertheless win trophies.
KOP FEELS THAT
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp believes Chelsea will fight for the Name of the Premier League this season.
As Liverpool Echo reported, he said: “The Premier League and those groups with what they do are too smart and too smart for the season not to be before the start, so it doesn’t just look like that. “
Before adding: “Nobody is immune to this kind of thing, so we have to work with incredibly difficult paintings to fix, but the other groups have no influence.
“When we face them, we have to beat them, that’s all we can do, but yes, it’s an open race.
“Chelsea will be there 100%, United will be there, Arsenal and Tottenham will be there. “
TALK TO FRANK
More information about Frank Lampard while considering Chelsea comes from 3 to tie in opposition to West Brom.
He said: “It leaves me with mixed feelings because going back like this and proceeding shows a clever attitude, but we deserve never to have conceded 3 goals in 3 shots in the first half.
“We will have to be humble enough to settle for our mistakes and know that we want to improve. “
Sincerely
Frank Lampard subsidized Thiago Silva to recover from his deastrous Premier League debut.
The Brazilian’s error in the first half led to a goal from West Brom this weekend, with Chelsea going back 3 to draw 3-3.
Chelsea manager Lampard said, “It’s going to be for us,” Lampard insisted. “It’s been amazing in his career and I’m sure he’s going to be opened up about his mistake, but you can’t blame him. “
“We are a team that has to react to this. It’s nothing about him. He’ll admit his mistake, but he’s the only one. This is his first Premier League match made and accumulated.
“It will show a lot more as it has compatibility and the whole computer has compatibility.
“I don’t blame the players, I’m just saying facts that we made mistakes to give us a mountain to climb.
DIRECTIVE MANAGEMENT
Christian Pulisic is on a specialized education regimen and Chelsea is involved in his injury history.
The American has yet to play this season and remains sidelined with a challenge in the ham- tendon he raised in the FA Cup final in August.
Pulisic, 22, faced long episodes at the remedy table last season, adding that he was about 3 months away from a groin problem.
TEAM OBJECTIVES
Here’s our team chosen to play in Tottenham.
I’d see time for Ross Barkey, Olivier Giroud and Fikayo Tomori, as they were in the last round.
Forward Timo Werner would move to the left wing.
CUP BLUES
Frank Lampard faces a squad headache going into his Carabao Cup clash against Spurs.
Chelsea had to come from three down to draw 3-3 against West Brom on Saturday.
And with the team not in top form, it remains to be seen whether Lampard will rest players against Tottenham or play his full strength line up.
Here’s our predicted side to play Spurs.
KANTE BELIEVE IT
Tottenham could strike it lucky by getting Milan Skriniar on the cheap — because Inter Milan are scrambling for cash to sign N’Golo Kante.
Spurs are in talks with the Italian club over a deal for Skriniar — the man boss Jose Mourinho believes can sort out his team’s defensive problems.
But they were put off by the £55million asking price for the 25-year-old Slovakian.
Inter have since lowered their demands to just over £45m.
But they may now drop their valuation to £35m just to get some cash in to fund a bid for Chelsea star Kante.
KEPA BLUES
Chelsea’s keeper Kepa Arrizabalaga is reportedly seeking a move back to Spain.
A source, presumably close to the player, is quoted as saying: “His problem is not Chelsea, it’s England,” according to AS.
AS also claim that there’ll be interest in Kepa, no specific clubs are named and his agents have a big job on to seal the move.
JOR THE ONE
PSG want to sign Chelsea midfielder Jorginho on loan, according to reports.
The Italian, 28, has been linked with a departure away from Stamford Bridge this summer.
Now Telefoot report the French champions have ‘established a connection’ with Chelsea over a potential switch.
PSG boss Thomas Tuchel is understood to be keen to bring in another midfielder before the transfer window closes next week.
However, his side may still have competition from Arsenal, who have also been linked with the £57million former Napoli man.
Gunners boss Mikel Arteta is reportedly a big fan of Jorginho, who could be seen as an alternative to fellow target Thomas Partey.
GOOD MORNING CHELSEA FANS
Manchester United have reportedly made a shock enquiry for Chelsea’s N’Golo Kante.
But Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side face competition from Inter Milan to land the 2018 World Cup winner.
The Mirror reports United have made contact with the French midfielder’s advisors ahead of a potential deal.
Kante, 29, could be allowed to leave Stamford Bridge by Frank Lampard if the club receive an acceptable offer.
In other news, Inter Milan are willing to offer Marcelo Brozovic and Milan Skirniar in exchange for Kante, according to reports.
Ex-Blues boss Antonio Conte is desperate to reunite with the Frenchman in Milan.
Inter are struggling to reach Chelsea’s asking price, however, believed to be in the region of £46million.
According to 90min, they have decided that first-team stars Brozovic and Skriniar could be sacrificed in order to land Kante, 29.
Meanwhile, Aston Villa are keen to bring Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek in on loan as well as Copenhagen’s Victor Nelsson in a £9million deal.
Chelsea midfielder Loftus-Cheek is on Villa’s radar with a potential loan deal on the cards for the 24-year-old.
SHARE ALIKE
Premier League clubs have been ordered by the Government to stop splashing millions on new players and bail out their skint EFL counterparts instead.
Culture secretary Oliver Dowden yesterday demanded England’s top division “step up to the plate” and “start looking after the football family as a whole.”
Dowden wants a deal agreed this week for Prem sides to cough up the £250million EFL chief Rick Parry says his clubs stand to lose due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Asked by the BBC’s Andrew Marr if he was going to insist Prem clubs “help poorer clubs, rather than spend huge amounts of money hiring a new striker,” Dowden replied: “That’s exactly what we’re saying to them.”
KANTE BELIEVE IT
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants N’Golo Kante to add some extra muscle to his midfield, according to reports.
The Mirror claim the Red Devils is a long-term admirer of the Chelsea midfielder.
It is also claimed that Solskjaer wants the 29-year-old to “add extra muscle” to his line-up.
Contact has been made with the midfielder’s representatives – but he would have to take a big cut on his £300,000-per-week wages.
CALL ON ME
Callum Hudson-Odoi has praised the strong mentality of Chelsea’s side after their comeback against West Brom.
The winger was put on at half-time when the Baggies were leading the game 3-0.
Frank Lampard’s men managed to snatch a point from the fixture as it ended 3-3.
Fans have praised Hudson-Odoi for his impact – and here’s the stats to back up their claims.
GO ON SON!
Tottenham will be without Son Heung-min for the clash against Chelsea.
The South Korean star injured his hamstring in the 1-1 draw with Newcastle.
Jose Mourinho said: “It’s an injury. We’ll have him out for a while.
“It’s his hamstring”.
When asked if Son is expected to be out for a long time, he said: “Yes”.
JOR DROPPING
Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly opened talks over a loan move for Jorginho.
According to Telefoot, the French giants have already “established a connection” with the Blues over the move.
Jorginho, who joined the club in 2018 for £57million, has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge.
Arsenal are among the clubs that are interested in securing his services.
FEELING BLUE
Chelsea’s ladies have crashed out the FA Cup following a defeat to Everton.
Erin Cuthbert gave the Blues the lead in the fourth minute, but the Toffees pulled off an incredible comeback.
— Chelsea FC Women (@ChelseaFCW) September 27, 2020
‘REALLY EXCITING’
Darren Bent has singled out Callum Hudson-Odoi for praise following Chelsea’s comeback against West Brom.
He told Football Insider: “Callum Hudson-Odoi was the big one.
“He was the player that made a real difference.
“He was really exciting and gave them a bit of impetus.
“When he got on the ball he made life really, really uncomfortable for West Brom.
“He played really, really well. That is the Hudson-Odoi that we want to see week in, week out.”
HUD ENOUGH?
Callum Hudson-Odoi has revealed what was said in the Chelsea dressing room during yesterday’s game against West Brom.
The Blues found themselves 3-0 down after just 27 minutes, but managed to walk away with one point after scoring three times in the second half.
Speaking on the club website, he said: “We definitely felt we were still in the game.
“No matter what the score is, in football you always feel like you have a chance to turn things around.
“At half-time we all said the same thing, we need to keep our heads up and get back out there and get the goals we need to turn the game around as quick as possible.
“We needed the goals to get something from this game and I think we all thought we could turn this around.”
CHEEKY DEAL?
Aston Villa are keen to bring Chelsea midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek in on loan as well as Copenhagen’s Victor Nelsson in a £9million deal.
Villa manager Dean Smith is keen to bolster his midfield and defensive options ahead of the October 5 transfer deadline.
Chelsea midfielder Loftus-Cheek is on Villa’s radar with a potential loan deal on the cards for the 24-year-old.
Loftus-Cheek is also being tracked by West Ham and Southampton, so Aston Villa face some stiff competition if they’re going to try and get this deal done.
KANTE AWAY
Chelsea star N’Golo Kante is reportedly wanted by Manchester United.
United have reached out to Kante’s advisors to see if a deal can be made, according to The Mirror.
Despite United’s interest, Lampard has expressed his desire for Kante to stay.
He said: “He is an incredible player, I keep saying it and I mean it, he is huge for this club.”
AMPADU CLAIM
Chelsea youngster Ethan Ampadu impressed on his first Premier League start for Sheffield United this afternoon.
The 20-year-old joined the Blades on a season-long loan for the 2020/21 campaign after spending last term with RB Leipzig.
His impressive display has left Blue fans calling for his return.
One fan tweeted: “Ampadu already looks better than the defenders we have left at Chelsea.”
SILVA SPEAKS
Chelsea’s new signing Thiago Silva had a horror show against West Brom and has apologised to fans.
He took to his social media account to tell fans how much their support means to him.
He wrote: “I want to thank my teammates and the entire staff for their continuous support since I joined Chelsea FC. I am really grateful of that support .
“I promise to all of you that I will give everything I have on the pitch, putting all my energy and commitment into the games to come.”
BLUE LOVE
Chelsea’s Cesar Azpilicueta took the captain’s armband from new signing Thiago Silva against West Brom after the Brazilians’s horror show.
Footage has emerged showing Azpilicueta passionately delivering instructing to Silva and the rest of Chelsea’s players.
Blue’s boss Frank Lampard said: “Azpi brings personality straight into the team even at left-back.”
RUDIGER’S ROUTE
West Ham United have reportedly identified Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger as a potential loan signing.
Blue’s boss Lampard has left Rudiger out of his most recent squads, leading to speculation regarding a potential exit from Stamford Bridge.
While Rudiger is unlikely to have any interest in joining West Ham on a permanent basis, the Germany international may be tempted into moving to a club where he would be provided with first-team football.
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