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      Chelsea signing Cesare Casadei reveals no regrets in summer transfer from Inter Milan despite not playing for first team

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      CHELSEA midfielder Cesare Casadei insists he has no regrets about signing for the Blues despite ZERO first-team minutes.The teenager arrived at Stamford Bridge in a £12.6million deal from Inter Milan in the summer.
      Cesare Casadei signed for Chelsea from Inter Milan in the summerCredit: Getty
      Casadei was sent off for Chelsea’s Under-23s against Sutton UnitedCredit: Rex
      Casadei, who was named player of the season in the Inter Milan Under-19s set-up last term, was handed a six-year contract by Chelsea.
      But the midfielder is still waiting to make his senior debut.
      He’s instead had to settle for Under-23s football and the EFL Trophy.
      Overall, he’s registered three goals and one assist for the young Blues and was sent off against Sutton United back in August.
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      Regardless, the youngster is still enjoying his time with the Londoners.
      He said: “When the offer arrived and I had the opportunity to have this new experience, I honestly took it with open arms.
      “It wasn’t an easy choice to make and it wasn’t easy not even at the beginning because I didn’t know the language well and I’m still learning it.
      “But I felt like doing it to get out of my comfort zone: for the moment I’m having fun and it’s a super positive experience.
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      “I grew up humanly, because I had to begin to get by on my own.
      “I live 20 minutes from [Cobham] and I study English 3-4 times a week with a teacher, I’ve improved in this too compared to the beginning but I have to learn it well, beyond football, because it is a language that today we need to know.”
      “There is more intensity here, the game speed is higher.
      “Like training: you work much less dry and almost everything with the ball, starting with the warm-up.” More

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      ‘Real Madrid fans.. I’m sorry’ – Eden Hazard apologises and claims he ‘can’t explain’ injury hell since Chelsea transfer

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      EDEN HAZARD has apologised to Real Madrid fans for his injury-stricken time at the club.The former Chelsea star, 31, has struggled to get on the pitch for the Spanish giants ahead of the World Cup.
      Hazard has appeared in only three Real league games this season and admits he ‘can’t explain injury hellCredit: Rex
      The ex-Prem playmaker has suffered a host of injury issues since joining Madrid from the Blues for £88.5million back in 2019.
      Ahead of appearing in the Qatar showcase for his national Belgium side, Hazard admitted his toil in the capital.
      He said: “Madrid fans, I’m sorry. It’s not easy, I don’t play, I want to play more. I’m really sorry for what happened.
      “At Chelsea, I played hundreds of games, without injuries. At Madrid, I’ve all of these injuries. It’s something I can’t explain”.
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      He was even booed off by Real fans in October as his nightmare continued.
      This was supposed to finally be a positive season for the attacker after he impressed Real bosses by turning up to pre-season in peak condition.
      But he has appeared in just THREE of Madrid’s fourteen LaLiga matches so far this season, starting in only one.
      The midfield magician also suggested that his lack of playing time wasn’t ideal for the Belgium side as they go for the top prize for the first time.
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      He added: “We are a good team, with good players.
      “We have more experience than in the World Cup in Russia 2018, but I am not playing [at Madrid], and Lukaku has had injuries.
      “We have doubts, although not inside. I think there are better teams than us.” More

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      Chelsea academy director Neil Bath promoted to first-team role after helping to develop £500m of talent including Mount

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      NEIL BATH, the man who mentored both Mason Mount and Reece James, has been promoted by Chelsea.The 57-year-old has enjoyed great success in his previous role as academy director.
      Neil Bath has been promoted by Chelsea after his great job with their academyCredit: Getty
      Now, after playing a huge part in bringing through a host of talents through the academy system into the first-team fold at Stamford Bridge, he has been made director of football development and operations.
      And that new job will lead to him now being able to have his say on the senior set-up at Chelsea.
      Bath’s influence has grown since co-owner Todd Boehly took over earlier this year.
      And he supported the American during his first transfer window at the helm.
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      Now he joins a raft of new additions to the club that will help make decisions on signings.
      The Blues appointed Paul Winstanley, who worked with new boss Graham Potter previously at Brighton, as director of global talent and transfers.
      Bath was named Chelsea’s academy director back in 2004 after already being employed by them for 12 years.
      He set about completely restructuring the West Londoners’ youth programme – with a greater emphasis on procuring and developing the best talent in London and the South-East.
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      In the last year, the likes of England star Mount, James and Lewis Hall have been testament to his work – heralding a new dawn in the Chelsea first team of talented youngsters.
      And just as impressive are the ones the club let go, including Declan Rice, Nathan Ake, Ryan Bertrand, Tariq Lamptey and Tammy Abraham. More

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      Chelsea boost after huge ‘positive breakthrough’ in Mason Mount contract talks with long-term deal on the horizon

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      CHELSEA have been boosted by a “positive breakthrough” in their contract talks with Mason Mount, according to reports.The midfielder, 23, has just 18 months left to run on his current deal at Stamford Bridge.
      Mason Mount is edging closer to signing a new contract with ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Fellow academy graduate Reece James penned a lengthy extension to become the club’s highest-paid defender ever in September.
      And now according to The Athletic, Mount could follow suit soon.
      Negotiations had previously been at a stalemate leading to speculation that his future could lie elsewhere.
      However, the report states that new co-owners Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali sat down with Mount’s representatives in recent weeks and progress has been made.
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      The latest round of talks were the most constructive and there is said to be “genuine hope” a deal could be signed in January after the World Cup.
      Although there are still some aspects of the agreement yet to be finalised.
      Mount, who joined Chelsea aged six, is still on the same contract he signed after returning from his loan spell at Derby in 2019.
      Since then, the ace has developed into a first-team regular under Frank Lampard, Thomas Tuchel and now Graham Potter.
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      He is the only player to feature in all 14 of Chelsea’s Premier League games this season – contributing two goals and two assists.
      As well as securing a bumper pay rise, Mount will also be keen to commit to the right length of time – protecting his future without tying himself down for too long.
      It is reported he has already rejected an offer for seven years.
      Mount’s focus is now solely on international duty with England.
      He touched down in Qatar for his first World Cup on Tuesday and will hope to impress on the global stage despite an under-par season so far for his beloved blues. More

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      Brazilian ace Endrick, 16, learning English in huge transfer hint after Chelsea visit and reveals Champions League dream

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      WONDERKID Endrick has revealed he is learning English and dreams to play in the Champions League.The hotshot 16-year-old is one of the most-highly rated youngsters of the next generation, and is already being watched by Europe’s biggest clubs.
      Endrick is being tipped as the next big talent in footballCredit: Getty
      That includes the likes of Chelsea and Manchester United, with Endrick making it clear he idolises one Red Devil in particular with a recent goal celebration.
      The fight for his signature will be one to watch as major club’s try and reel in the teenage talent.
      It is hoped the young Brazilian, who currently plays for Palmeiras, will follow in the footsteps of other Samba stars like Neymar and Vinicius Junior.
      Endrick revealed in an interview with Gazzetta that he was gearing up for a move to a Champions League club – and added he was learning English.
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      He said: “I’m not gonna answer about my future club.
      “Of course, I’d like to play Champions League in 2, 3 or 4 years.”
      “I’m open to all the clubs, waiting for the best proposal for me and my family.”
      Chelsea’s pursuit of the forward has received multiple boosts this week.
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      Thiago Silva, 38, reportedly gave Endrick and his family a tour of Chelsea’s training ground.
      PSG are also believed to have had two bids knocked back by Palmeiras for the star.
      Chelsea have also reportedly held several transfer meetings with Endrick as they look to steal a march on rivals. More

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      ‘I have no idea’ – Eden Hazard denies Chelsea transfer interest and commits to Real Madrid project ahead of World Cup

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      EDEN HAZARD appears to have squashed any rumours of his Chelsea return after revealing there has been no contact between himself and The Blues. Hazard, 31, swapped Stamford Bridge for Real Madrid’s Santiago Bernabeu in 2019 in a deal that could have risen to £130million.
      Eden Hazard has dismissed rumours of any contact between himself and ChelseaCredit: Reuters
      Hazard sits next to former Chelsea star Antonio Rudiger on the Real Madrid benchCredit: Getty
      However, persistent injuries have prevented him from ever getting a long run in the team and this has subsequently seen him fail to perform at the levels he showed during his time at Chelsea.
      And having played just 72 times for Los Blancos so far, it had seemed his days in Spain were numbered last summer and even more recently.
      Reports of interest have come flooding in with Newcastle, Aston Villa and Chelsea among the most interested candidates, though Hazard appears to have dashed hopes of a Chelsea reunion.
      Speaking to Marca, Hazard revealed there had been no option for him to leave Madrid in recent years, and when asked specifically about whether Chelsea had contacted him he reaffirmed this stance with a simple: “No.”
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      The Belgian was then asked how he thought the news had come about, to which he said: “I have no idea.”
      But while Hazard committed to Madrid for the remainder of the season, he did hint that he would be open to leaving the club next summer when his contract has just one year remaining.
      He added: “In January it is impossible, (to leave) because I have family and I like the city.
      “But in summer it is possible that I will leave. I have one more year on my contract and it’s the club’s decision.
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      “If the club tells me ‘Eden, thank you for the four years, but you have to go’, I have to accept it because it’s normal.
      “But I would like to play more, show more that I can play, that I am a good player.”
      Hazard will be hoping to make a good account of himself for Belgium at the World Cup in Qatar later this month. More

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      ‘We are working on it’ – AC Milan star Rafael Leao’s dad responds to Chelsea transfer question

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      RAFAEL LEAO’S dad gave a cryptic answer regarding speculation linking his son to Chelsea.The AC Milan forward, 23, continues to be linked with a transfer away from the San Siro.
      Rafael Leao is a transfer target for Chelsea as he stars for AC MilanCredit: Getty
      And with just 18 months left to run on his current deal with the Italian champions, the Blues are expected to step up their pursuit in 2023.
      Leao’s dad Antonio spoke with Record in their homeland Portugal and was quizzed on the winger’s future.
      Asked about his contract renewal at Milan, links with Chelsea and the legal dispute with Sporting, Leao Sr said: “The answer is: we are working on it.”
      Then asked directly if he meant signing a new deal or on the transfer to Stamford Bridge, he added: “We are dealing with it, because Rafael Leao has a contract that ends in 2024.
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      “Until that date, we are dealing with all of that.
      “Without Chelsea, without Barcelona, without Real Madrid, we are dealing with that.
      “Rafael loves being in Italy. He has an affection for the Italians that the Portuguese don’t have for him.
      “He won the trophy for best player in Serie A not because he’s handsome, but because he’s the best.”
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      Reports recently claimed Milan value Leao at more than £87million.
      The winger – also a target for Manchester United – has scored seven and assisted nine in Serie A and the Champions League this season.
      That strong form saw him named in Fernando Santos’ Portugal squad for the World Cup – alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and Bruno Fernandes who had a frosty handshake in the dressing room. More

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      Chelsea appoint Paul Winstanley as director of global talent and transfers after latest raid on Brighton

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      CHELSEA have yet again raided Premier League side Brighton for another member of their backroom staff.The Blues have announced the arrival of Paul Winstanley, who has been appointed as the club’s director of global talent and transfers.
      Chelsea have already taken Graham Potter and his coaching staff from BrightonCredit: Getty
      Chelsea have paid Brighton a compensation package in order to bring Winstanley to Stamford Bridge.
      Speaking after being appointed Winstanley said: “I’m thrilled to be joining Chelsea and to continue working with Graham Potter and his team.
      “There is a real sense of excitement and momentum around the new ownership and this project.
      “I’m looking forward to working with such an outstanding group of colleagues as the club moves into a new era.”
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      His appointment has been welcomed by club owner Todd Boehly who, along with co-controlling owner Behdad Eghbali, said: “Paul is going to be a great addition to Chelsea.
      “He’s highly respected and is a key senior addition as we continue to build a world-class sporting team with a huge depth of talent, ambition and commitment who will work closely with us to drive Chelsea forward.
      “Paul shares our philosophy and will fit seamlessly into the organisation.”
      Brighton’s technical director David Weir said: “Paul has been an important part of our recruitment and overall progress in his time at the club, and naturally we did not want to see him leave.
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      “However, we understand that he sees this as an exciting opportunity to move into a more senior position and a different challenge at a new club.”
      Business between the two clubs has been regular this year as Marc Cucurella was sold to Chelsea, while Billy Gilmour and Levi Colwill made moves to the south coast.
      The Blues then poached manager Graham Potter and almost the entire coaching staff including club legend Bruno Saltor to replace Thomas Tuchel.
      Brighton have since appointed former Sassuolo manager Robert De Zebri and are 7th in the Premier League, above Chelsea on goal difference. More