Tag: Asmir Begovic

Chelsea are ready to axe star goalkeeper for reserve

Vincent Van Genechten

Asmir Begovic will be handed starts between now and the end of the season as Chelsea consider selling Thibaut Courtois and making the Serbian their number one goalkeeper next season, according to The Daily Mail. The Blues could place the Belgian international on the bench against Swanesa to allow Begovic the chance to audition to become Antonio Conte’s man between the sticks next season. Courtois has endured a mixed season at Stamford Bridge and has refused to state he’s going to stay at Chelsea after the current season ends. He is thought…

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Chelsea gossip: Terry among four set to be dropped, while Spanish defender wanted

Jordan Harris

Here is Wednesday’s news and gossip concerning Chelsea: John Terry is among four first-team players that are set to be dropped for the Blues’ Champions League tie with Maccabi Tel Aviv, according to Daily Mail. Nemanja Matic, Branislav Ivanovic, and Diego Costa are reportedly all set to be rested for the game at Stamford Bridge. Asmir Begovic has suggested that it is up to the players to end Chelsea’s poor run of form, rather than Jose Mourinho, according to the London Evening Standard. The champions have collected just one win…

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Chelsea rule out signing emergency loan goalkeeper after Courtois injury

Steve Green

Chelsea have confirmed that they have no plans to sign a goalkeeper on an emergency loan deal despite losing Thibaut Courtois to a knee injury, the Daily Express reports. Jose Mourinho told reporters that the Belgian international will be on the sidelines for “quite a long time” after sustaining an injury to his right knee in training on Wednesday (via Express). That means that summer arrival Asmir Begovic will be handed the chance to shine against Everton this weekend, with youngster Jamal Blackman backing him up from the bench. And Mourinho…

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Chelsea predicted line-up vs Everton: Thibaut Courtois to miss clash through injury

Jordan Harris

After the start they made to the new season, Chelsea would have probably been quite grateful for the international break, as it allowed Jose Mourinho the time to assess how the Blues are going to get their Premier League title defence off and running. Three points on Saturday is arguably a must, even at this early stage of the season, but the Toffees will fancy their chances, especially if they can keep things tight at the back, as the champions have conceded at least two goals in everyone of their…

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Chelsea gossip: Pogba turned down Stamford Bridge switch, while Begovic backs Blues for the title

Jordan Harris

Here is Saturday’s news and gossip concerning Chelsea: Juventus star Paul Pogba reportedly turned down the chance to move to Stamford Bridge this summer, according to the Independent. The Old Lady appear to have accepted the Blues’ bid which involved the Serie A side earning £62m and getting Oscar in exchange. Asmir Begovic has backed Chelsea to recover from their shaky start in the Premier League, and catch Manchester City who are eight points ahead of them in the table, the Daily Express report. “We need to improve, we know…

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Chelsea man backs Blues to catch Man City and retain Premier League title

Jordan Harris

Chelsea goalkeeper Asmir Begovic believes that the Blues are still contenders for the Premier League title this season despite their shaky start, the Daily Mail report. With just one win in their opening four games, the champions find themselves eight points off the pace set by Manchester City, who claimed a 3-0 win against Jose Mourinho’s side in Begovic’s first start for his new club. And while the Bosnian admits they have struggled so far, he does back his teammates to turn it around completely (via Mail). “We need to…

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Man City vs Chelsea confirmed line-ups: Asmir Begovic set for first start, but Oscar misses out

Jordan Harris

Following Chelsea’s lacklustre display against Swansea, and Manchester City’s impressive performance against West Brom, today’s game at the Etihad is being touted as a real indicator of who will dictate the pace of this year’s Premier League. Jose Mourinho was already without Thibaut Courtois for the clash – after the Belgian’s appeal against his red card on the opening day was unsuccessful – but Brazilian playmaker Oscar is also out due to a knock he received in training. Former Stoke keeper Asmir Begovic is set to make his first start for…

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Chelsea 2015/16 season preview: Hazard set to impress again as Jose kicks off mind games

Steve Green

The champions will be looking for more of the same this time around, but like Arsenal, have kept their transfer activity to a bit of a minimum, signing players to replace those that have departed rather than to increase competition for places in the first team. It won’t be easy, but the club’s already iron-cast core will make them contenders once again. Transfer business Mourinho has only sought to replace the departed veterans Didier Drogba and Petr Cech with younger models this summer, splashing some cash on Radamel Falcao and…

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Is Asmir Begovic making the right move in joining Chelsea?

Steve Green

Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic will be giving himself a much better chance of winning trophies by joining Chelsea, but it’s hard to see him playing a huge role in actually lifting the biggest prizes. Begovic has just a year left on his contract and Stoke have taken the decision to cash in after failing to reach agreement on an extension. Stoke have a ready-made replacement in Jack Butland to step in as No.1 and are likely to bring in Shay Given as an experienced back-up. You certainly can’t blame…

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Chelsea gossip: New bid for international ace imminent and Mourinho makes excuse for SHOCKING keeper debut

Steve Green

Thursday’s Chelsea rumour roundup. Gary Cahill has urged England team-mate John Stones, 21, to leave Everton and join him at Chelsea, claiming an offer from the Blues would be one “you can’t turn down,” The Guardian reports. Cahill has seen first-hand from working with Stones on England duty why José Mourinho is poised to break the transfer record for a British defender by signing the youngster. A fresh bid – believed to be in the region of £32m – is expected this week. Thibaut Courtois reckons the pressure is still…

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Chelsea news and rumours: Begovic deal DONE, but exciting youngster could be set for exit

Jordan Harris

Here is Monday’s news and rumours concerning Chelsea: READ MORE: Chelsea Goals and Highlights Chelsea complete deal to sign Asmir Begovic SURPRISE Premier League side to beat Chelsea and Arsenal to signing of Italy striker The Blues have announced that they have completed the signing of former Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic, the Independent report. The 28-year-old moves to Stamford Bridge after the two clubs agreed an £8m fee. Ruben Loftus-Cheek could be heading to Fiorentina on loan, as Chelsea try to diffuse the situation regarding Mohamed Salah, according to…

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Chelsea COMPLETE deal to sign Asmir Begovic

Jordan Harris

Chelsea have completed their second signing of the summer, after they announced that they wrapped up a deal to sign Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic, who follows Radamel Falcao through the Stamford Bridge door. READ MORE: Chelsea News and Gossip SURPRISE Premier League side to beat Arsenal and Chelsea to signing of Italy striker Former Arsenal man convinces Pedro to SNUB Gunners and join Chelsea According to the club’s official website, the Bosnian has signed a four-year deal with the Premier League champions. The fee is believed to be around…

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Chelsea news and rumours: Begovic deal to be confirmed, and Barcelona winger keen on move

Jordan Harris

Here is Sunday’s news and gossip concerning Chelsea: READ MORE: Chelsea Goals and Highlights Former Arsenal man convinces Pedro to SNUB Gunners to JOIN Chelsea Chelsea hold secret talks to hijack move for Man United target Barcelona winger Pedro wants to join Chelsea, after speaking to both Cesc Fabregas and Jose Mourinho, according to the Metro. The 27-year-old has had reassurances about a move to Stamford Bridge after having reservations about the potential language barrier. Asmir Begovic is just days away from becoming a Blues player, according to Stoke City…

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Chelsea gossip: £8m ‘keeper deal DONE but Cuadrado TOO EXPENSIVE for Euro giants

Steve Green

Friday’s biggest Chelsea news and transfer rumours. Chelsea are expected to complete the £8m signing of Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic on Friday, according to The Guardian. Young midfielder Marco van Ginkel will head to the Britannia Stadium on a season long loan as part of the deal. Chelsea are struggling to sell Juan Cuadrado as their high asking price of £24.5m has put off the likes of Roma and Juventus and Atletico Madrid, according to the Daily Express. All have refused to meet the club’d valuation, which stands at…

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Asmir Begovic set to complete £8m Chelsea move on Friday

Steve Green

Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic will reportedly complete his proposed £8m move to Chelsea on Friday, with young midfielder Marco van Ginkel heading in the opposite direction, according to The Telegraph. READ MORE: Chelsea Gossip (Images) Check out Chelsea’s AWESOME new goalkeeper kit for 2015/16 Napoli will ACCEPT bids for Gonzalo Higuain but only if they match £67m buyout clause The Bosnian international has already agreed to take over from Petr Cech at Stamford Bridge and will now provide competition for last season’s first choice, Thibaut Courtois. The Telegraph states…

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Inter Milan star edges closer to Stoke move, after key man’s £7m departure

Jordan Harris

Stoke City’s audacious bid to land Inter Milan star Xherdan Shaqiri could have taken a step closer to success today after the club announced that Steven N’Zonzi has completed his move to Sevilla. READ MORE: Premier League News and Gossip Manchester United line up shocking move for £15m rated Premier League striker Marina Luczenko WAG Gallery: Stunning pictures of Wojciech Szczesny’s fiancee According to the Daily Express, the 28-year-old is heading for La Liga – after spending the last six years in the Premier League, with half of that time…

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Chelsea news and gossip: Atletico Madrid man wants move and Juan Cuadrado’s future decided

Jordan Harris

Here is Monday’s news and rumours concerning Chelsea: READ MORE: Chelsea News and Goals Arda Turan wants Chelsea move after deciding to REJECT Barcelona Juventus to sell Arturo Vidal to fund a move for Chelsea playmaker Atletico Madrid midfielder Arda Turan will reject Barcelona so he can complete a move to Chelsea, according to the Metro. The 28-year-old has a buyout clause worth £29.2m. He could be joining Asmir Begovic at Stamford Bridge next season, after the Daily Express reported that the Bosnian will complete his move to London this…

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Talks ongoing as Man United hope to seal £25m Hugo Lloris transfer

Joe Fish
Hugo Lloris

Hugo Lloris is believed to have held several rounds of talks with Manchester United officials ahead of completing his £25m move from Tottenham Hotspur. Reports have reemerged that the Red Devils would be able to sign their top goalkeeping target for a reasonable price to due a verbal agreement with Daniel Levy. SEE ALSO: Man United gossip: Red Devils launch £40m Kane bid but Ramos ‘not in talks’ with anyone Arsenal gossip: MASSIVE swap deal ON and Schneiderlin chooses Gunners Manchester United rumours Speculation last month claimed that the Spurs…

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Manchester United to lodge £8m bid for IDEAL Chelsea transfer target

Mark Brus
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Manchester United could be set to launch an £8m bid to hijack Chelsea’s move for Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic, according to the Daily Mail. SEE ALSO: Man United gossip: Red Devils launch £40m Kane bid but Ramos ‘not in talks’ with anyone Arsenal gossip: MASSIVE swap deal ON and Schneiderlin chooses Gunners Manchester United rumours The Red Devils are in the market for a new ‘keeper this summer, with David de Gea possibly on his way to Real Madrid after impressing the Spanish giants with his world class displays…

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Chelsea three in, three out: Petr Cech replacement lined up, while two wingers lined up for moves

Jordan Harris

Here is the transfer news concerning Chelsea, starting with three players potentially coming in to Stamford Bridge this summer: READ MORE: Chelsea News and Gossip Chelsea to offer midfielder to Monaco to secure Radamel Falcao deal Juventus interested in signing ANOTHER Chelsea winger Three in:   Asmir Begovic – From Stoke City According to the Daily Express, the Blues will need to pay £8m and send a player on loan if they wish to sign Asmir Begovic from Stoke City. The Express report that the three-man shortlist of players Mark Hughes…

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Chelsea gossip: £8m keeper to be wrapped up this week and winger confirms departure

Steve Green

Sunday’s biggest Chelsea news and transfer gossip. Chelsea will complete the signing of Stoke’s 28-year-old goalkeeper Asmir Begovic for £8m this week, the Daily Telegraph reports. All that is holding the deal up is Stoke’s indecision over which Chelsea player they want on loan in return. The Blues are trying to wrap up the deal as soon as possible because United are also considering a move for the Bosnia international, according to the Daily Mail. Mohamed Salah has agreed to join Inter Milan from Chelsea, according to reports in the…

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Chelsea to complete £8m Asmir Begovic deal this week

Steve Green

A report in the Daily Telegraph is claiming that Premier League champions Chelsea will complete an £8m swoop for Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic this week. READ MORE: Chelsea News and Gossip Chelsea to offer midfielder to Monaco to secure Radamel Falcao deal Juventus interested in signing another Chelsea winger The Bosnian international is now in the final year of his contract at the Britannia Stadium, and the Blues want him to replace veteran stopper Petr Cech, who finally joined Arsenal last week. The Telegraph states that he has been…

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Chelsea gossip: Juve line up Willian RAID and Potters DEMAND two stars in keeper deal

Steve Green
willian chelsea

Friday’s biggest Chelsea news and transfer gossip. Chelsea target Antonio Rudiger, 22, is set to join Wolfsburg as the Stuttgart defender would prefer to stay in Germany, according to his agent, the London Evening Standard reports. However, despite personal terms apparently being agreed, the two clubs are yet to agree on a fee. Stoke want winger Victor Moses, 24, forward Patrick Bamford, 21, or 19-year-old midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek on loan from Chelsea in addition to the £8m the Blues have bid for goalkeeper Asmir Begovic, The Sun reports. The Blues…

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Chelsea gossip: Duo’s deals nearing completion, while Arda Turan’s future to be decided on Friday

Jordan Harris
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Here is Wednesday’s news and gossip concerning Chelsea: READ MORE: Chelsea News Top ten football traitors as Petr Cech leaves Chelsea for London rivals Striker signs £130,000 a week Chelsea contract Asmir Begovic has reportedly told Stoke that he wants to join Chelsea, even if it means missing out on regular first-team football, the Daily Mirror report. The Potters have now accepted that they will probably lose the 28-year-old this summer. Meanwhile, Radamel Falcao’s loan move could be confirmed later this week, according to the London Evening Standard. The striker had…

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Chelsea gossip: £35.5m Pogba bid planned and new stadium plans unveiled

Jordan Harris
pogba juventus

Here is Tuesday’s news and gossip concerning Chelsea: READ MORE: Chelsea News and Goals Chelsea make Juventus MASSIVE offer for star player Chelsea step up £6m pursuit of Petr Cech replacement Chelsea are plotting to make a £35.5m offer for Juventus star Paul Pogba, which would also see Oscar head to Juventus Stadium, the Metro report. Manchester City are reportedly favourites for the Frenchman’s signature. Meanwhile, the Blues have had a £6m bid for Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic rejected, according to the Daily Star. The Potters are willing to…

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