Tag: Ruben Loftus-Cheek

Chelsea talents guide England Under-21’s to prestigious tournament win [Video’s]

Vincent Van Genechten

England’s Under-21 team has won the Toulon Tournament for the first time since 1994 after beating hosts France 2-1 in the final on Sunday, according to Goal. Chelsea talents Lewis Baker (8th minute) and Ruben Loftus-Cheek (38th minute) scored for Gareth Southgates squad, who held on after Abdou Diallo scored for Les Bleus with ten minutes left to play. Baker won the tournament’s Golden Boot, scoring four of the Three Lions’ 15 goals, while England only conceded two goals in five games. Loftus-Cheeck was named the Player of the Tournament as…

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Chelsea to use starlets in transfer deal, Real Madrid star defender wanted

Vincent Van Genechten

It’s been said many times that Chelsea are primed for a massive overhaul during the 2016 summer transfer window, as Antonio Conte will take over as coach of the Blues after the European Championships in France. According to Il Tempo (via Football-Italia), Chelsea could use midfield starlet Ruben Loftus-Cheek and on loan defender Andreas Christensen as a makeweight in a deal to bring in Roma’s Radja Nainggolan. The Blues are not willing to spend more than £28 million, but the Serie A club are holding out for a £36 million fee.…

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Swansea vs Chelsea – Premier League preview and team news

Stephen Donovan

Swansea City will be aiming for their third consecutive home victory, but in order to do that they must overcome a Chelsea side that has not lost in the Premier League since December 14. A double substitution from boss Francesco Guidolin helped Swansea to make an unlikely comeback from two goals down to earn a creditable draw at Stoke City in their last match, with the pace of Jefferson Montero and the energy of January signing Alberto Paloschi turning things around in a game in which they looked totally dead…

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Chelsea and Manchester United offer new deals to starlets

Vincent Van Genechten

Jordan Rashford and Ruben Loftus-Cheek will not leave Manchester United and Chelsea, respectively, anytime soon, as the former is expected to be handed an improved deal and the latter has already signed his. Loftus-Cheek, who has made 13 appearances for the Blues so far, signed a new contract at Stamford Bridge which will keep him at the club until 2021, according to Sky Sports. The 20-year-old made his debut in a Champions League encounter against Sporting Lisbon in December 2014 and enjoyed his first taste of Premier League action a month…

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Chelsea news: Fenerbahce target Terry and Ivanovic, while Man City man refuses to rule Blues out of title race

Jordan Harris

Here is Friday’s news and gossip concerning Chelsea: Fenerbahce are planning a stunning move for both John Terry and Branislav Ivanovic, according to the Daily Express. The pair are out of contract in the summer, so will be free to discuss a move away from Stamford Bridge with foreign sides in January. Manchester City midfielder Fernando has refused to rule the Blues out of the title race, despite their poor start to the campaign, ESPN report. Jose Mourinho’s men are already eleven points behind the Citizens, but Fernando thinks that…

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Chelsea gossip: Mourinho praises Loftus-Cheek, while Oscar issues rallying cry

Jordan Harris

Here is Thursday’s news and gossip concerning Chelsea: Jose Mourinho praised Ruben Loftus-Cheek after the youngster came on as an early substitute and put in an excellent performance against Maccabi Tel Aviv, according to the Daily Express. The 19-year-old helped the Blues keep a clean sheet, and Mourinho hinted that he’s pushing for a more regular spot in the side. “He played very well which is very good for us,” he said. “He is in conditions to compete with the other players for opportunities and minutes, but he is having…

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Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho praises Ruben Loftus-Cheek for Champions League performance

Jordan Harris

Jose Mourinho was full of praise for Ruben Loftus-Cheek, after the youngster put in an excellent display during Chelsea’s emphatic victory over Maccabi Tel Aviv in the Champions League, the Daily Express report. The 19-year-old was brought on for Willian, who sustained an injury in the 23rd minute of the game at Stamford Bridge, and proceeded to help the Blues keep a clean sheet and romp to a 4-0 win, and Mourinho expressed how pleased he was with the holding midfielder (via Express). “He played very well which is very…

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Which of the Premier League heavyweights boasts the strongest second XI? Man United, Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea analysed

Jordan Harris

With the new Premier League season in its infancy, fans of each club will get to see their side’s strongest XI, and start dreaming of where that talented crop can take them. However, it is when the campaign is truly in full swing, and injuries begin to become a factor that the title favourites will become more obvious. With that in mind, here’s a look at some of the top flight’s heavyweights’ second XI: Chelsea While most sides would kill for a front two like Chelsea’s, there are serious concerns…

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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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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 news and rumours: Anderlecht striker targeted while Blues winger heads for exit

Jordan Harris

Here is Sunday’s news and gossip concerning Chelsea: READ MORE: Chelsea News and Gossip Chelsea to loan THREE players as part of the Radamel Falcao deal Arda Turan wants Chelsea move because Atletico make him run too much The Blues have pinpointed Anderlecht striker Aleksandar Mitrovic as the man they want to replace Loic Remy, who looks set to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, according to the Daily Express. The 20-year-old has been attracting plenty of Premier League interest, but wants to play Champions League football. Mohamed Salah appears to…

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Chelsea youngster responds to Jose Mourinho’s SCATHING criticism

Jordan Harris

Chelsea prospect Ruben Loftus-Cheek has responded to criticism he received from Jose Mourinho following a lacklustre display in a post-season friendly. READ MORE: Chelsea News and Goals Petr Cech’s Arsenal move edges closer Chelsea set to miss out on Belgian star According to the Daily Mirror, the 19-year-old believes that his boss was right in his damning assessment of his performance, which saw the midfielder substituted after being brought on himself earlier in the game against Sydney. “I listened to what the manager said and I wasn’t at the level…

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Five top wonder kids set to follow Liverpool new boy Joe Gomez to Premier League stardom

Steve Green

Following Joe Gomez‘s move from Charlton to Liverpool this weekend, we’re taking a closer look at five teenage superstars that have big future’s ahead of them in the Premier League. READ MORE: Kondogbia keen on Liverpool move Nine Premier League bargain buys Liverpool defender rejects claims he’s signed new deal Matt Targett – Southampton The Saints have a strong and prolifically productive youth academy, and the latest future star off the production line is young left-back Matt Targett. He provided cover for Ryan Bertrand in an impressive debut campaign at…

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England U-21 boss backs Jose Mourinho for slamming Chelsea starlet

Steve Green

England Under-21 manager Gareth Southgate has given his backing to Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho for his public dressing down of youngster Ruben Loftus-Cheek, the Daily Express reports. READ MORE: Chelsea Transfer Gossip Varane to seek Real Madrid exit Mourinho gave the starlet midfielder some game time towards the end of last season once the title had already been wrapped up, suggesting that he is seen as being a more regular squad member in the near future. However, following a post-season friendly against Australian side Sydney FC, Mourinho labelled Loftus-Cheek’s performance…

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Jose Mourinho lays into Chelsea starlet after lacklustre display in Sydney

Jordan Harris
loftus-cheek chelsea

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has criticised Ruben Loftus-Cheek, after the young midfielder put in a lacklustre display during the post-season friendly against Sydney. READ MORE: Chelsea Transfer News On the night, a strong Blues side – including the likes of Petr Cech, John Terry, and Eden Hazard – managed to scrape a 1-0 win thanks to a stunning strike from Loic Remy. And it was another of their first-team regulars – Diego Costa – that was substituted off after only 40 minutes to allow the 19-year-old to take to the pitch.…

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