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      Thiago Silva gets hero’s welcome by Chelsea staff as he returns to Cobham months after leaving on free transfer

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      THIAGO SILVA was given a hero’s welcome when he paid a visit to Chelsea’s Cobham training ground this week.The veteran Brazilian emotionally left Stamford Bridge when his contract ended at the end of last season.Thiago Silva returned to Cobham this weekThe former Chelsea defender was given a hero’s welcome from staffHe posted the pictures on his InstagramAnd promised to see them again ‘soon’Silva emotionally left Stamford Bridge on a free transfer in MayHe is believed to have been visiting his family in LondonAnd Chelsea’s staff were thrilled to see the classy centre-back when popped in for a cheeky visit on Tuesday.Silva wrote on Instagram: “It’s always a pleasure to return to this special place. Thank you for your continuous affection. “The feeling is mutual. See you soon! 💙”The 39-year-old signed a two-year deal with Fluminense in his native Brazil, with supportive wife Belle staying in London for the time being.READ MORE ON CHELSEAThe couple’s sons Isago, 15, and Iago, 13, are both on the books at Chelsea’s academy.Silva wrote to his family in another social media post: “It was an amazing few days with you guys here. “Soon we’ll be together again. Best of me, love you guys ❤️”Chelsea fans were delighted to see their cult hero back in Surrey, with one writing: “There’s only one Thiago Silva! So glad to see him return.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFrank Lampard also commented on his post with: “💙💪”, while another supporter added: “Our legend is back home.”Silva cleared out his private box at Stamford Bridge in August after calling time on his four-year spell in West London.Chelsea fans can’t name their OWN PLAYERS after another wild transfer window under owner Todd BoehlyThe 39-year-old’s emotional wife Belle recorded herself getting one last look at the now empty room in SW6.She wrote on Instagram last month: “Four years at Chelsea with @thiagosilva have been an incredible journey filled with unforgettable moments.”I can only feel gratitude and love for all that we have experienced together. Chelsea, you have been more than a team for us, you have been a family, a home away from home.”Belle became the Premier League’s most outspoken Wag after a number of controversial social media posts last season.Silva is also eyeing a stunning return to Chelsea once he hangs up his boots.But the Blues’ co-controlling owners Behdad Eghbali and Todd Boehly are at loggerheads and want to buy each other out.Their professional relationship has deteriorated to a point where they can no longer work together as their decisions are split on a power-sharing committee.READ MORE SUN STORIESSilva joined Chelsea in 2020 from French giants Paris Saint-Germain, having also previously spent three years at AC Milan.During his time with in the Premier League, Silva won the Champions League, the Club World Cup and the Super Cup. More

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      Chelsea in talks over LEAVING Stamford Bridge and moving to different location as they look to build new stadium

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      CHELSEA are reportedly in talks to move stadium away from Stamford Bridge.The Blues have been working on plans to play in front of an increased capacity since Roman Ambramovich’s tenure as owner.Chelsea are in talks to leave Stamford BridgeCredit: PAReports have claimed that the West London club are in talks to move to Earls Court.The Guardian have claimed that the shift would be to help Chelsea find a “resolution” in their plans to play in a bigger stadium.It is said that there has been a conversation with Transport for London (TfL), which cares for the site in Earls Court.The Earls Court Development Committee (ECDC) are keen to construct a mixed-use development that would not include a football stadium.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe plans are expected to be presented to the Hammersmith and Fulham Council as well as the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea Council.If the plan goes ahead and planning permission is granted, then Chelsea’s plan could be blocked.However, the report has suggested that the plans could be too expensive and Chelsea’s plan of a multi-use football stadium could be more “attractive”.Chelsea are said to have made plans for the Lillie Bridge depot site as an area that could be developed.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFans have had a mixed reaction to the potential move on social media.One posted: “Now we are talking.”Angry Chelsea fan slams Todd Boehly’s transfer policy and claims no Blues supporters are happy with his running of the ‘unrecognisable’ clubA second wrote: “We need a big stadium, let’s get it done.”A third commented: “We are losing some absolute classic stadiums now, Upton Park, White Hart Lane, Goodison and now potentially Stamford Bridge.”A fourth said: “Games gone.”Another added: “I’ve been praying for times like this!”The club would need to find an agreement with the Chelsea Pitch Owners in order to complete any move.The group holds the freehold of the current ground at Stamford Bridge and could block a move away.Chelsea has not ruled out staying at Stamford Bridge despite the lack of progress in redeveloping the 40,341-capacity ground.The club did complete the purchase of a 1.2-acre neighbouring site that was previously owned by a housing charity for veterans, Stoll.However, the current stadium’s proximity to the tube has made redevelopment challenging. The report has added that Chelsea could have to fork out at least £500m for the site at Earls Court.READ MORE SUN STORIESIn March, SunSport exclusively revealed that Chelsea could have to spend SIX YEARS away from Stamford Bridge if they opt to redevelop the ground.There have also been AI designs drawn-up to envisage what the new stadium could look like.AI has drawn up potential designs for a new Chelsea stadiumCredit: Canva’s AIOne design was made up of woodCredit: Canva’s AI More

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      Jadon Sancho will only get in Chelsea team ‘if football becomes 24-a-side’, ex-Man Utd star fears

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Andy Cole has warned Jadon Sancho he will struggle at Chelsea “unless football becomes 24-a-side”.The English forward, 24, joined the Blues on Deadline Day on a loan deal with an obligation to buy for around £23million.Jadon Sancho joined Chelsea on loan with an obligation buy at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyManchester United legend Andy Cole has issued a warning to SanchoCredit: PAHe is yet to make his debut for the Blues, but could feature in their trip to Bournemouth on Saturday night.However, Man Utd Treble winner Cole, 52, feels Sancho will struggle to establish a run in Enzo Maresca’s team due to Chelsea’s inflated squad.Speaking to Betfred, he said: “Manchester United paid over £70million for Jadon three years ago, so it’s a lot of money lost isn’t it?”Jadon’s a very talented kid and he’s still only 24 years old, so if Chelsea can get the best out of him, like Borussia Dortmund did last season, then it would be a steal.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”There’s so much talent and so much unlocked potential there, so if Chelsea can unlock it and get him to the peak of his powers, then it would ultimately be a very, very good deal for them.”However, you can flip it on its head and ask where he’s going to play?”Unless football becomes 24-a-side, he’s going to struggle like everybody else is at Chelsea because nobody knows what’s going on there.”They’ve got loads of big names but they can only choose 11 players to start, so it will be interesting to see how he does at Chelsea.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSancho scored two and assisted two in the Bundesliga at Dortmund last seasonMaresca has a host of options in the wide attacking positions including Cole Palmer, Christopher Nkunku, Mykhailo Mudryk, Joao Felix, Pedro Neto and Noni Madueke.Sancho scored two goals and provided two assists in 14 Bundesliga games while on loan at Dortmund during the second half of last season.Erik ten Hag loses again in new role as head of Dutch giants after Man Utd’s horror start to Premier League seasonAside from that short stint back in Germany, he has not played any football since the 2022/23 campaign due to a spat with Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag.Sancho, who has featured 23 times for England, has also not received a cap for his country in three years. More

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      Victor Osimhen is ‘a few little details’ away from joining Chelsea, claims Mikel as he hints at January transfer

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      CHELSEA legend John Obi Mikel claims Victor Osimhen remains “very, very close” to joining the club.The 25-year-old was heavily linked with a move from Napoli to Stamford Bridge over the summer.Victor Osimhen nearly joined Chelsea and talks are set to resume in the futureCredit: GettyChelsea legend John Obi Mikel lifted the lid on negotiationsBut the switch failed to materialise and after he was left out of the Italian side’s squad, he joined Galatasaray on loan until the end of the season.However, the transfer saga is not over yet as Mikel hinted that Osimhen could still join Chelsea.The retired icon, who knows the striker from their days together in the Nigeria team and was involved in talks, told his podcast: “We were very, very close to getting this deal done.”But it was just slight issues, slight little problems that we just couldn’t get over the line. READ MORE ON CHELSEA”I know what Victor wanted, I know what the club offered him, I know where we got to.”We finally got to a compromise. Both sides had to compromise – paperwork, medical and a few issues that we just couldn’t get over the line and then we didn’t have much time.”I think both sides really played their part in terms of getting the deal done and I commend Chelsea for that because I could see the ambition of where they can take this club.”Also on Victor’s side, I think we have to pick this up again. Whatever it is, January or next summer. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”We know where we are, we know where we’ve stopped and it’s just little details that need to be finalised and the deal will be done.”So for me, the club is in a very happy place with Victor and he is in a very happy place.”Chaos as Victor Osimhen is greeted by flare-wielding Galatasaray fans as he leads them in chant at 4am after transferMikel said playing in the Premier League is Osimhen’s dream.But SunSport revealed that the player’s astonishing £500,000-a-week wage demands held up the deal.It would make Osimhen, who has a £110million release clause in his Napoli contract, the highest paid player in the Prem.Mikel said: “Victor is not a greedy boy. He’s not a greedy guy.”He just wants to play football and get what he deserves and that’s not a problem. “A player knowing what he’s worth and demanding to be paid what he what he’s worth, that’s not a problem.” More

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      Todd Boehly will try to take full control of Chelsea as breakdown with co-owner threatening to throw club into crisis

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      TODD BOEHLY is confident he has a £2.5billion fund to end Chelsea’s civil war with a takeover bid.The Blues co-owner has fallen out with majority owners Clearlake Capital, fronted by Behdad Eghbali.Behdad Eghbali and Todd Boehly appear at loggerheadsCredit: GettyJadon Sancho was the last of Chelsea’s 13 transfer window signingsCredit: InstagramIt looks likely that a takeover from either side will be the only way to solve the boardroom breakdown, but Clearlake are adamant they will not sell and have no need to.Despite that, Boehly is preparing to test their resolve with a takeover attempt by raising £2.5bn through other investors.On the other side, Clearlake are open to having a conversation with Boehly over buying his stake and consider there to be only two routes out of the situation – they either make up or increase their majority shareholding with a takeover.Private equity firm Clearlake, run by Eghbali and co-founder Jose E Feliciano, own a controlling 61.5 per cent stake while the remaining 38.5 per cent is split equally between Boehly and businessmen Mark Walter and Hansjorg Wyss.READ MORE TOP STORIESBoehly has no interest in selling his individual stake meaning any takeover offer from Clearlake would have to encompass the full 38.5 per cent stake.Billionaire Boehly was the face of the Chelsea takeover in 2022 and led sporting decisions during the ownership’s first transfer window.However, Eghbali has now taken a far more hands-on role in the running of the club.The Californian businessman works closely with sporting directors Paul Winstanley and Laurence Stewart and was heavily involved in the summer window which saw 13 new players arrive at Chelsea – while Conor Gallagher, Trevoh Chalobah and Raheem Sterling all left.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSBoth owners have attended games at Stamford Bridge this season and were reported to be in the same box ahead of the Premier League opener against Manchester City.However, the two were both on the club’s pre-season tour of America and were not seen together.Chelsea fans can’t name their OWN PLAYERS after another wild transfer window under owner Todd BoehlyAll decisions made at the club currently have to be signed off by Eghbali, Feliciano and Boehly and there has been huge change on the pitch and behind the scenes at Stamford Bridge since the trio took control.Work on a new stadium, however, has stalled with there thought to have been clashes between the owners over proposals for a new home.All parties are keen to find a resolution to the current situation in the boardroom, which is threatening to only add to the on-pitch chaos Chelsea have suffered under their American owners.Boehly and Clearlake arrived at the club following Roman Abramovich’s forced sale promising a change from the hire-and-fire culture but are onto their fifth different manager with a spend of over £1.2bn and are yet to deliver a trophy.The American ownership have taken a radical approach to ownership, stockpiling expensive young talent on contracts as long as nine years while also sailing close to the wind on the Premier League’s financial rules.Meanwhile, Chelsea fans on social media appear to be backing Boehly over Eghbali – albeit grudgingly – in any power struggle.One said: “Boehly because he has a sporting background and is not rigid with his policy. Not afraid to make (a) big signing.”Another argued that the American was aiming to “be successful, to win everything and sign star players in the process” – whereas “Eghbali / Clearlake took over Chelsea FC to make money, buying young players on low wages, success is secondary”.But supporters are still unhappy at the club’s spending spree under new manager Enzo Maresca reaping mixed rewards so far with the Blues just 11th.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey did win 6-2 at Wolves last time out in the Prem but some fans reckon Chelsea still need “up to three more attackers”.It came after the Blues splashed out more than £220million on their 13 summer newcomers, although Jadon Sancho’s deadline arrival from Manchester United was on loan. More

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      Chelsea fans say ‘the world is not ready’ as incoming newboys Estevao and Paez join up in Brazil vs Ecuador clash

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      CHELSEA fans believe the club could be successful again after seeing Estevao Willian and Kendry Paez face off in South America.The two young stars are set to join Chelsea in the summer of 2025 but are already representing their nations.Willian Estevao and Kendry Paez faced each other in a World Cup qualifierEstevao put in a disciplined display for Brazil as they won 1-0Credit: RexPaez came on for the second half for EcuadorCredit: RexBrazil won the World Cup qualifier 1-0 thanks to a goal from Real Madrid’s Rodrygo in the 30th minute.Estevao and Paez both saw plenty of action as they came on in the second half.Paez, 17, replaced Jeremy Sarmiento in the 46th minute and saw plenty of the ball with 41 touches.He completed 83 per cent of his 35 passes but lost possession eight times.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWSEstevao, 17, entered the fray in the 62nd minute and put in a composed performance.He completed all 12 of his passes in Brazil’s midfield, one of which created a big chance that was not converted.The pair were seen chatting after the game, leading Chelsea fans to get excited about their impending arrivals, claiming “the world is not ready”.One posted: “The future of Chelsea is bright.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA second wrote: “Big talents of the future. Excited to see their development.”A third commented: “Chelsea is the home of talent.” Man Utd flop Jadon Sancho makes bizarre claim about Enzo Maresca being reason he joined Chelsea but it doesn’t add upA fourth said: “We’re blessed. Two of the world’s best young players will soon play for us.”Another added: “Chelsea’s future is looking bright.”Estevao is believed to have cost the Blues an eye-watering £55million to sign him from Brazilian outfit Palmeiras.The midfielder will join up with the squad next summer and be contracted to the Stamford Bridge side until 2032.Paez, on the other hand, cost the club a more modest £17m from Ecuadorian club Independiente del Valle.He has already been hailed by the likes of compatriot and soon to be team-mate Moises Caicedo.The former Brighton and Hove Albion star has raved about Paez’s talents.He told La Cancha Con Majo: “He’s a crack.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The truth is there are times where I watch Independiente games. It’s good to see those talents in Ecuador because we know we have very good youth.”All I can tell him is keep on the right track, doing things really well, and he’s going to go really far because the talent he has is incredible.” More

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      Watch moment Raheem Sterling demolishes three Arsenal team-mates with outrageous skill as fans say ‘have some mercy’

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      RAHEEM STERLING showed Chelsea what they will have to miss out on this season after an outrageous piece of skill in Arsenal training.The 82-time England winger demolished three of his new North London team-mates in Mikel Arteta’s session at London Colney this week.Raheem Sterling impressed Arsenal fans in his first training sessionsThe winger found his way round three Arsenal players with easeHe also looked sharp with one-touch passesThe 29-year-old joined the Gunners on a season-long loan on deadline day, but it did not take long for him to find his feet.The former Manchester City forward took care of three Arsenal players with one flash of brilliance on Thursday.Jorginho and youth stars Harrison Dudziak and Ife Ibrahim were left chasing shadows, as Sterling flip flapped the ball between the trio, changing direction each time.Leandro Trossard, who failed to make Belgium’s Nations League squad, then came rushing in behind to collect a pass but Sterling was already away.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSIn another clip, the four-time Premier League champ could be seen hitting the back of the net with strike after strike, finding the bottom corner with ease.His one-touch passing looked crisp too with one fan writing: “Have some mercy, Raheem.”Another wrote on X: “Defenders will sleep sound at nights when Sterling is finish with them.”A third said: “I’m so happy to see him play 😊🤏.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS A fourth added: “Raheem is on fire right now.”Sterling has been keeping fit away from Cobham over the last two weeks with England’s former lead physical performance coach Ben Rosenblatt – who stepped down from his role in June 2023 after seven years.Jadon Sancho compared to Brazil football legend by excited Chelsea fans as ex-Man Utd star has first training session, ChelseaFC.mp4He was frozen out of Enzo Maresca’s 46-man Chelsea squad, after the Italian insisted he does not fit his style of play.He was in the stands at the Emirates for their 1-1 clash with Brighton – hours after joining the Gunners on a temporary basis.It was a game that saw Arsenal drop points after Declan Rice’s controversial sending off for two yellow cards in either half.He was given a great reception from the Arsenal fans just before kick-off with his name read out over the tannoy system.Meanwhile, Chelsea will pay the majority of his £325,000-per-week wages, approximately forking out around £10m over the course of the season.Arsenal did not pay a loan fee either. More

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      Marc Cucurella reveals ‘difficult’ Chelsea dressing room and pleads with Todd Boehly to give boss Enzo Maresca time

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      MARC CUCURELLA has pleaded with the Chelsea hierarchy to be patient with new manager Enzo Maresca.Having been signed by Thomas Tuchel and seen Graham Potter, Frank Lampard and Mauricio Pochettino come and go in the Stamford Bridge hotseat — Cucurella has called for patience and stability to make things work.Chelsea ace Marc Cucurella discussed the ‘difficult’ situation in the dressing roomCredit: GettyCucurella pleaded for more faith in new Chelsea boss Enzo MarescaCredit: RexChelsea chief Todd Boehly has signed and sacked many players during his reignCredit: AlamyThe Spain left-back — who helped his nation to their Euros triumph in the summer —  insisted Chelsea’s squad is packed with talent but they need “calm” to allow the coaching staff and players to succeed.Maresca is the fifth Blues manager under the ownership of Clearlake Capital and Todd Boehly, who took over in May 2022 promising a new long-term strategy after years of hire-and-fire under Roman Abramovich.Cucurella, 26,  said: “I’m happy, the coach we have is very good, he has very clear ideas.“We come from years of changing coaches, let’s see if we can gain stability without many changes and that the coach can transmit his ideas.Read More on Football“We need stability, we have high-level players, and I hope we can have the patience that is needed, that calm, so that everything goes well.“We have the level, we just need stability and letting the coaches and players work to do something important.”The former Brighton defender also admitted it has been “difficult” to create a positive atmosphere in the Blues’ changing room due to the amount of chopping and changing.A total of 11 new players were signed over the summer with some big departures in Conor Gallagher, Raheem Sterling and Trevoh Chalobah.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSItalian Maresca still has to deal with a bloated squad, with some players still training separately from a first-team group of around 28 — including FOUR goalkeepers.Speaking while on international duty, Cucurella added: “It is true that it is difficult, here everything is much easier to generate a good atmosphere.Angry Chelsea fan slams Todd Boehly’s transfer policy and claims no Blues supporters are happy with his running of the ‘unrecognisable’ club“At Chelsea I try, but it is a time of change in which many players leave and others come. I try to give my best.“One of the keys to success in the Euros was the good group we had.“In these tournaments you’re together all day, we have to put up with each other and if we hadn’t got along, it would’ve been complicated. I try there, it comes naturally to me to create a good environment.”Chelsea are a circus – it will be TERRIBLE for football if they win anything, says Troy DeeneyCHELSEA are a circus — aren’t they?, writes Troy Deeney.But the bigger concern should be if somehow, some way, Todd Boehly’s insane master-plan brings about success this season.Finish in the top four. Win a trophy like the FA Cup.He will then turn around and say: “See, it works” and all of a sudden, other clubs will begin considering copying this mad model to try and compete in the Premier League.Before you know it, there will be a bigger divide between the top clubs and the rest and this country’s top flight will become something we have been fighting against — a Super League.The smaller sides and promoted teams will be wiped out by the elite and will end up saying, ‘What’s the point?’Football as we know it will change, and there will be no going back.As a neutral, you don’t want to wish failure on a club or a regime, but it’s depressing to think about.We should almost be looking at it in amazement — the owners have come in with this model and they’ve treated it as if they are buying stocks and shares, not players or human beings.Boehly has wiped away any sense of sentiment or old-school values from that club and the worrying thing is that he doesn’t seem to care.Does he even like football?Read Troy Deeney’s hard-hitting opinion on Boehly’s Chelsea shambles in full.Or check out all of Troy’s columns on SunSport. More