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      How Chalobah compares to Chelsea defenders as stats show club should reconsider selling him after pre-season nightmare

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      TREVOH CHALOBAH’S days seem to be numbered at Stamford Bridge after he was axed from Chelsea’s pre-season tour.The Blues defender was left at home as Enzo Maresca’s men jetted off to the US earlier this month.Trevoh Chalobah looks set to leave Chelsea in the summer transfer windowCredit: GettyChalobah featured just 13 times in the Premier League last seasonChalobah, 25, has been with Chelsea since he was a young boy and had featured 63 times across two campaigns between 2021 and 2023.But he only started 10 Premier League games last season and now looks set to leave this summer.His departure has grown even more likely following the arrival of Tosin Adarabioyo from Fulham.Yet certain stats from last season show why Chelsea should opt to keep Chalobah.READ MORE ON CHELSEAHe has the best tackle success percentage of any Blues centre-back at 76.47 per cent – 15 higher than second-place Benoit Badiashile.He also did not make a single error that led to the opposition having a shot, while Badiashile, Axel Disasi, Levi Colwill and Tosin all made at least one.However, that is not the complete picture.Other areas show Chalobah’s weaknesses – such as duel success percentage which is the lowest of all five defenders.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHow Chelsea’s centre-backs compare using stats from last seasonHis possessions won – 55 – is also a low stat compared to the 99 of Badiashile given he only played 438 minutes fewer.And above all else his lack of game time – 1277 minutes – shows how far down the pecking order he has fallen.But a 4-1 pre-season defeat to Celtic on Saturday led to some honest words from new manager Maresca – an assessment that could open the door for Chalobah.He said: “Off the ball we need to improve things.”You can see sometimes we confuse when we need to play short and when we need to play a little bit longer but that is part of the process.”We maintained a high line but when the ball is not under pressure, you need to drop… we are still ­confusing some things on the ball and off the ball.”It is normal in this moment when we are trying to do something new.” More

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      Chelsea fans say ‘can we make it the home kit?’ as ‘all-timer’ new away shirt is released

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      CHELSEA have released their away kit for the 2024/25 season and fans love it.The new “guava ice” strip will be worn on their pre-season tour in the USA.Chelsea have released their away kit for the 2024/25 seasonCredit: instagramThe new ‘guava ice’ strip will be worn on their pre-season tour in the USACredit: instagramFans love the new kit asking ‘Can we make it the home kit?’Credit: instagramFans will see the popular orange colour return in the Nike Chelsea 2024-25 away jersey. The shirt is a light beige (“Guava Ice”), combined with a Tangerine orange (“Team Orange”) and blue (“Rush Blue”) on the crest, down the side and around the sleeves.Chelsea says the new away kit complements their new home shirt as it presents “fire and the shared ambition, burning passion and determination of the whole club to succeed both on and off the pitch.” And fans are gutted the Blues are not wearing this as their home kit.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLAs one said: “Can we make it the home kit instead? That nonsense pajamas needs to be banished.”Another added: “One of the best shirts we’ve produced in years.”A third then put: “I love this😍😍😍.”While a fourth then said: “How can you pair this all-timer with the worst kit I’ve ever laid eyes on.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSChelsea’s home strip is a never-before-seen design with a blue base featuring various swirls of lighter colours that represent a “flame”.And fans did not react too well to the club’s ambitious design.Chelsea’s top summer transfer targetsEnzo Maresca’s side have got off to an underwhelming start in the States drawing their first game to Wrexham and then suffering a 4-1 defeat to Celtic.Chelsea’s next friendly is against Club America in Atlanta, Georgia. The Blues then face Manchester City, Real Madrid and Inter before the first Premier League game of the season against Pep Guardiola’s champions on August 18. More

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      New Aston Villa star Amadou Onana launches new career just days after £50million transfer from Everton

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      ASTON VILLA star signing Amadou Onana has launched a music career just days after his move from Everton.Villa landed Onana, 22, for a club record £50million from the Toffees earlier this month.Aston Villa star signing Amadou Onana has launched a music careerCredit: GettyThe midfielder has turned a lot of heads during the last four years with Hamburg, Lille and the Goodison Park side.But now the Belgian is looking to also break into the world of rap and R&B as 24AM.According to FootNews, Onana has already released his first song on streaming platforms, entitled Check On Me.The ex-Everton star joins an ever-growin list of footballers who have tried to cut their teeth as singers.Read More on FootballAmong them is Holland star and former Manchester United player Memphis Depay.But Onana’s focus will be on Villa this season as he revealed he was convinced to make the move by manager Unai Emery’s exciting project, which will include Champions League football.The defensive midfielder turned down better financial terms from United to pen a five-year-contract with the Villans.Onana said: “I think that’s where I should be [Villa]. For me, Aston Villa is part of the top of English football. The ranking speaks for itself and is significant.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”The general public may think that it is not the most glamorous club but it was the best choice for the player I am today. “Aston Villa is a top club. I went where I felt the right ambition and the best project to make me grow. Alan Shearer has Gary Lineker and Match of the Day viewers in hysterics AGAIN as he sings pun on Amadou Onana’s name”I’m just extremely happy to be here. The vibe is good, the mood is good, I’m ready to get to work. They come out of an excellent season with a fourth place. “And you add to that the fact that the environment seemed to me the most conducive to my development and that I will be able to work with Unai Emery, one of the most qualified coaches in the field.”I can learn a lot of things by his side and reach the next level. I have always been very in tune with this objective of constant improvement.”It was the perfect step. Everything has been calculated and analysed, I am where I was supposed to be.” More

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      Chelsea fans say ‘I feel sad watching this’ as they spot what Mount and Jorginho did after Arsenal’s win over Man Utd

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      CHELSEA heroes Jorginho and Mason Mount reunited during Arsenal and Manchester United’s pre-season friendly in the US.And that brought back a strong sense of nostalgia for the Blues’ fans who took an emotional trip down memory lane.Chelsea heroes Mason Mount and Jorginho reunited in the USCredit: https://x.com/TheChelseaForumMount and Jorginho linked up after Manchester United and Arsenal’s friendlyCredit: https://x.com/TheChelseaForumChelsea fans were left feeling emotional after Jorginho and Mount’s reunionCredit: Getty Images – GettyArsenal’s Jorginho and United’s Mount caught up on Saturday at the SoFi Stadium in California during the two teams’ summer tour in the US.The two midfielders looked cheerful as they had a nice friendly chat after the Gunners’ 2-1 victory, which took place shortly after another disappointing performance by Chelsea who lost 4-1 to Celtic.That brought a sense of melancholy for a few Chelsea fans as they remembered them winning trophies at Stamford Bridge, like the Champions League and Fifa Club World Cup, before their unceremonious exits.One supporter tweeted: “I feel sad watching this for some reason.”Read More on ChelseaAnother commented: “Both seem so damn happy bro!”A third quipped: “‘Did you see the Chelsea game earlier?’”This fan said: “They seem delighted by the look of it.”And that one stated: “I miss my guy @mount.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSChelsea academy graduate Mount left Stamford Bridge in 2023 after 18 years with the club where he amassed 33 goals and 35 assists in 195 appearances.The playmaker moved to Premier League rivals United after he felt he was not part of owners Todd Boehly and Clearlake Capital’s plans.Chelsea stars board flight to California for pre-season tour of USMount told MUTV last year: “Several months ago, it became clear that I wasn’t in Chelsea’s plans moving forward.”Jorginho left Chelsea in January 2023 after five years with the club, which included 29 goals and eight assists in 213 appearances, for rivals Arsenal.The midfielder also departed west London because he was no longer part of first-team plans but was won over by the Gunners’ manager Mikel Arteta as well.Jorginho told DAZN last year: “It’s one of the reasons [Arteta], surely. He called me and it was all very quick, we made the deal in less than 48 hours. “I had spoken to Chelsea and I knew I was no longer part of their plans. I wanted to progress in my career and the Arsenal project suits me.”Sometimes you must accept when you are out of a project and that things come to an end.” More

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      Fans dig up Jack Grealish’s awkward interview about Rihanna after Man City star meets iconic singer in New York

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      JACK GREALISH’S dream came true after meeting iconic singer Rihanna in New York. The billionaire music legend was in the Big Apple to watch Manchester City’s 3-2 pre-season friendly loss to AC Milan. Old Jack Grealish interview at Aston Villa talking about Rihanna, TwitterCredit: TwitterJack Grealish meets Rihanna in New YorkCredit: InstagramAnd after the match, she posed with Grealish, Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah.Grealish made his admiration for Rihanna known after the game – and in fact years before. Fans dug up an old interview during his Aston Villa days where he admitted the chart-topper was a celebrity he’d love to meet. Asked why, Grealish awkwardly said: “Because she’s pretty.” READ MORE ON GREALISHAway from her looks, he also added: “I like her music as well.” Grealish posted a picture of the pair together on Instagram and wrote: “I’ll tell you truth… First time I’ve been star struck in a long while. “(Rihanna) Lovely to meet you after the game yesterday.” Grealish started the game against Milan with Erling Haaland and James McAtee scoring for City.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut a double from Lorenzo Colombo and winner from Marco Nasti separated the sides. Grealish missed out on this summer’s Euros after being omitted from the England squad that made it to the final against Spain. But he did celebrate girlfriend Sasha Attwood becoming pregnant. Rihanna has two sons – RZA and Riot – with rapper ASAP Rocky.But she has not released an album since 2016 with her Fenty beauty line helping shoot her net worth up to £1BILLION.Grealish and Sasha Attwood are expecting their first child togetherCredit: instagram/@sasha__rebecca’Rihanna and Asap Rocky in June 2024Credit: GettyRihanna’s Fenty beauty line has helped her become a billionaireCredit: Instagram/fenti More

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      Man Utd fans ask ‘are you mad?’ as Andre Onana pulls off amazing skill to beat Arsenal player in his own box in 2-1 loss

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans might be starting to forgive Andre Onana after he pulled off an incredible piece of skill against Prem rivals Arsenal.United lost 2-1 to the Gunners in Los Angeles in the first game of their USA tour.Onana feinted a long kick to trick Gabriel JesusRasmus Hojlund gave the Red Devils the lead before he hobbled off injured moments later to the dismay of Erik ten Hag.Gabriel Jesus levelled for Arsenal before Gabriel Martinelli won it for Mikel Arteta with ten minutes left.But it was Onana who seemed to have earned major plaudits among the United faithful after some pretty poor, blunder-ridden performances last season.The Cameroonian goalkeeper did improve towards the back end of last term – but now the turnaround appears to be complete.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThat is after Onana pulled off an incredible bit of ground skill to leave Jesus blocking the air.After receiving the ball from Jonny Evans, he tricked Jesus – who was intently chasing down – by feinting to kick the ball long before smoothly turning out.And the 48th minute dummy left many United fans dazzled.One wrote: “ONANA, ARE YOU MAD?”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA second said: “Onana can play as a midfielder.”Others added: “He just cooked Jesus” and “I love the confidence. He’s too cold!”Andre Onana says ‘nice things are coming’ after Man Utd’s pre-season win over RangersWhile another noted: “Ten Hag and his coaches have to utilise Onana’s ball playing skills more in the coming season, they simply have to.”United did at least have the consolation of winning the end of game penalty shoot-out exhibition 4-3.And Onana was spotted trying his best to put off Arsenal’s Fabio Vieira and several of his team-mates.In a comical interaction, he took a step to his right and then started pointing at the huge space to his left, almost daring the Portuguese ace to shoot there.Before joining last summer for £47m, the goalkeeper was credited for his brilliant footwork abilities.It was citied as one of the main reasons Ten Hag opted to bring Onana to Old Trafford, after he has impressed for Champions League finalists Inter Milan in the prior season.Man Utd pre-season tour squad in fullGoalkeepers: Tom Heaton, Demot Mee, Andre Onana, Radek Vitek.Defenders: Harry Amass, Rhys Bennett, Jonny Evans,Will Fish, Victor Lindelof, Harry Maguire, Sam Murray, Aaron Wan-Bissaka,Leny Yoro.Midfielders: Casemiro, Toby Collyer, Christian Eriksen, Hannibal, Jack Fletcher, Sam Mather, Scott McTominay, Mason Mount, Maxi Oyedele, James Scanlon.Forwards: Antony, Amad, Rasmus Hojlund, Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Ethan Wheatley.Reported injured: Tyrell MalaciaLeft out: Joshua Zirkzee, Altay Bayindir, Diogo Dalot, Bruno Fernandes, Alejandro Garnacho, Kobbie Mainoo, Lisandro Martinez, Facundo Pellistri and Luke Shaw. More

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      Leicester eye shock Jordan Ayew move with striker Tom Cannon in three-club loan transfer battle

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      TOM CANNON will spark a three-club scrap if Leicester decide to let him go this summer.Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder wants the Cannon, 21, after losing Oli McBurnie.Leicester are keeping tabs on Crystal Palace star Jordan Ayew this summerCredit: GettyLeicester ace Tom Cannon is eyed by Sheffield United, Stoke and West BromCredit: GettyBut he faces a mighty tussle for the new Republic of Ireland cap.West Brom and Stoke City are also eyeing a loan for Cannon.Baggies chiefs rate the hitman — who hardly figured for Foxes after they bought him from Preston a year ago.But Stoke may be in pole position if they offer to cover a larger chunk of his wages.Read More on FootballCannon wants to play so that is also a factor and Blades will have to convince him he starts.And Leicester could make a shock move for Crystal Palace’s Ghanaian star Jordan Ayew.The forward, 32, also has interest from Saudi Pro League clubs.Ayew amassed a total of four goals and eight assists in 37 appearances last season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe striker has played a pivotal role at Palace ever since his move from Swansea in 2018.The Ghana international initially joined on loan but his move was made permanent only a year later.Jordan Ayew gets carried away in Crystal Palace training and ends up breaking a window Since then, Ayew has amassed a total of 23 goals and 22 assists in 211 appearances.Crystal Palace ace Ayew has also attracted interest from Saudi ArabiaLeicester face a decision on whether to let Cannon go this summer More

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      Fans slam ‘deluded’ Enzo Maresca after new Chelsea boss calls 4-1 thrashing by Celtic ’10 times better’ than last game

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      FANS have slammed Enzo Maresca after he said Chelsea’s 4-1 thrashing by Celtic was “10 times better” than their last game.The Blues got their latest new era off to an underwhelming start earlier this week in a dismal 2-2 draw in California against third-tier side Wrexham.Enzo Maresca called Chelsea’s 4-1 pre-season friendly defeat to Celtic ’10 times better’ than their 2-2 draw to WrexhamCredit: GettyFans called the Blues boss ‘deluded’ as the Scottish champions walked all over the Premier League sideReigning Scottish champions Celtic have already beaten Manchester City 4-3 in midweek after thrashing DC United 4-0.But new boss Maresca reckons a 4-1 defeat by Brendan Rodgers’ side was a far better performance than their feisty draw in California to third-tier side Wrexham.He said: “For us, we need to analyse the game in general. I think on the ball, the team were 10 times better than in the game against Wrexham.”And that is important because we can see the amount of chances we created first-half and second-half.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“And off the ball, for sure, we can improve things and you can see sometimes we confused when we need to play short, a little bit longer. It’s part of the process.”Most fans know not to get carried away by pre-season friendlies.But some were very concerned with Maresca’s words from last night’s game.One called him “deluded”.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWhile another who agreed added: “Delusional Maresca.”A third then put: “Today’s game was awful.”Chelsea and Wrexham stars Levi Colwill and James McClean fight just two minutes into pre-season friendly The result will hardly concern Maresca at this stage – Celtic have played four games so far while his side have only encountered two.And his side will have a chance for a comeback as Chelsea face Mexican side Club American on Wednesday in Georgia.Chelsea’s pre-season tourHere is a look at Chelsea’s full tour of the USA:RESULTSChelsea 2 Wrexham 2 – July 24 FIXTURESChelsea vs Celtic – July 27 – Notre Dame Stadium, Notre Dame, IndianaChelsea vs Club America – July 31 – Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, GeorgiaChelsea vs Manchester City – August 3 – Ohio Stadium in Columbus, OhioChelsea vs Real Madrid – August 6 – Bank of America Stadium, Charlotte, North CarolinaGotham FC vs Chelsea Women – August 19 – Red Bull Arena, Harrison, New JerseyChelsea Women vs Arsenal Women – August 25 – Audi Field, Washington DC More