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The very next morning he shared breakfast with Thomas Tuchel, during which time he agreed to extend the German coach’s contract at Stamford Bridge. But this week, as he watched from his cushioned seat the Gazprom Arena, he saw the Blues produce a performance that could have a lasting effect on their bid to retain the European Cup in 2022. MORE: Tottenham match called off following COVID-19 outbreak Magomed Ozdoyev’s stoppage-time equaliser for Zenit secured a 3-3 draw for the Russian outfit, and dropped Chelsea to second place in Group H, meaning the defending champions will be unseeded for Monday’s last-16 draw....

Sport report that Chelsea have prepared a ‘powerful offer’ for the 22-year-old as manager Thomas Tuchel targets the Uruguayan. The youngster has been a regular fixture in the Barcelona squad since his introduction to the first team by former manager Ronald Koeman in 2020. His run in the side has continued under current manager Xavi Hernandez as well. However the defender’s contract runs until 2023 with reports suggesting contract talks have not been positive between Barca and the player....

According to reports, Lampard has the option to either move to another MLS side and even a few European clubs. LA Galaxy and Orlando City are apparently interested in signing the former Chelsea player, but Lampard instead also seems to be interested in taking up a coaching role, and Chelsea are willing to offer him a chance if and when he makes his decision. Given Lampard’s long and fruitful history with Chelsea FC, it would be an exciting opportunity for the 38-year-old to take up a coaching role at Chelsea....

In case you didn’t know… Frank Lampard began his Chelsea career as manager with a 4-0 hammering at the hands of out-of-sort Manchester United. His troops have shown glimpses of breathtaking football, but are only now beginning to translate them into results. The loss at Old Trafford certainly acted as a springboard for Chelsea to respond, as the West Londoners now have four wins in a row in all competitions following their disappointing yet inspiring 2-1 loss against league leaders Liverpool....

Harry Kane converted from the spot after VAR showed he was onside as well as the goalkeeper, Kepa wrongly tripped him inside the box. The goal was enough for Pochettino’s side to move into the next leg at the Stamford Bridge with a slender lead. However, Maurizio Sarri has other opinions concerning the penalty awarded to Tottenham Hotspur. Speaking to a Sky Sports correspondent, the Italian believes Harry Kane was offside when the ball got played to him, and the goal should have been ruled out....

The deal, which will see Roma reportedly land €50 million for the two players plus another €10m in incentives, will be finalized upon the Blues’ completion of personal terms with Dzeko. Back-up Chelsea striker Michy Batshuayi will not be included in the deal as it currently stands. Batshuayi has reportedly drawn interest from Sevilla and Borussia Dortmund during the January window. Despite advancing to the Champions League knockout stages and finding themselves within three points of a top-four place in Serie A, Roma are now poised to cash in on two important players....

Chelsea’s most recent trophy came in the 2016-17 season under Antonio Conte. While most of the players who played during this season are still there with the club, the players of the 2004-05 season have either retired or are plying their trade elsewhere. The Blues first won their first title in the 2004-05 season. As a fan, anyone would want to know where the title-winning XI of that season are now – a season which was indeed a fairytale run for the fans of The Blues and is embedded deep into their memories....

He noted, “Terry has been the key figure in the team that will win the title this year; a key figure because Chelsea are essentially a defensive team.” However, the former Manchester United midfielder does not believe that the 34-year-old Chelsea captain would be the right choice to win the award. That honour in his opinion belongs to another Chelsea player, the little Belgian Eden Hazard. He stated: “[Hazard is] not streets ahead of the likes of Harry Kane, and nothing like the wow-factor of those two big players at Barcelona and Real Madrid....

A ninth defeat in the Premier League this season, a 2-1 loss to Leicester City on Monday night, was the final straw for the club. It is understood that soon after a Christmas lunch at the club that was attended by staff and players, Mourinho was called to a meeting with Bruce Buck and Eugene Tenenbaum – the chairman and director of Chelsea. That meeting lasted 10 minutes where the club’s most successful manager was told his services were no longer required....

Considering the fights that happened late in the 2014 season, there were some great stories and jokes Thursday at The Palms. MORE: Earnhardt wins big award | Stewart on latest surgery | Junior losing crewmen | Gibbs crew chief changes Brad Keselowski, the target of many of the flying fists this year, was distracted at one point when he said his girlfriend had sent him a text. “I’m on my phone with my girlfriend, who sent me a picture of her in her bra,’’ Keselowski said....

Taunt him all you want, throw at him all you want — he’ll just keep on trollin'. MORE: Ranking baseball’s dumbest unwritten rules The Dodgers second baseman had quite the night Saturday at Citi Field in New York, clubbing two home runs — including a grand slam that put the Dodgers in front 6-0 en route to a 9-1 win — despite a steady chorus of boos and insults from the Mets faithful every time he came to bat....

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Former Red Sox slugger David Ortiz is having an estate sale at his former Weston, Mass., property on Friday. While I’m sure many people can relate to wanting to declutter (although I’m not sure most people have a Fenway-themed basement to store their junk in), some of the items for sale are definitely a little strange. MORE: Ortiz calls Mike Fiers a “snitch,” defends Rob Manfred Does he have some interesting items that fans would love to see, like old jerseys, signed photos, and other miscellaneous memorabilia?...

Next season, they could be donning some new threads. According to SportsLogos.net , “Atlanta Hawks, LP” filed to trademark a new logo Friday. MORE: Kyrie Irving will sit out Game 2 vs. Hawks | Rapper Lil B says he won’t curse Hawks | DeMarre Carroll’s health is Hawks’ good news The Hawks will go back to their iconic Pac-man-themed symbol, first instituted in 1980, as their primary logo, beginning in 2015-2016, according to the report....

Earlier this week, it was confirmed that Chelsea were preparing to sell Florent Malouda, as the French winger tweeted a picture of the under-21 building at Chelsea’s Cobham training ground with the words “this is where I’ll train for my last season with the Blues”. Now even though Malouda’s Chelsea career looks set to end in a far from ceremonious way, will he ultimately be remembered by Blues’ fans as a successful player?...

The Chelsea megastore had been shut since March under the terms of UK government sanctions against outgoing owner Roman Abramovich over his alleged close ties to Russian president Vladimir Putin. Chelsea had operated under a special government licence until the sale of the club to a consortium led by American investor Todd Boehly and private equity firm Clearlake Capital went through at the end of May. The £4.25 billion ($5....

Mount, 20, sustained an ankle injury sustained in Chelsea’s defeat to Valencia in the Champions League on Wednesday. Chelsea’s medical staff will make the final call on Mount’s involvement but Lampard is hopeful he will be available to face Jurgen Klopp’s side on Sunday. “He has got a chance. The image of the tackle made it look really bad,” Lampard said, at his media conference ahead of the match at Stamford Bridge....

Chelsea FC have risen to prominence and become a force to reckon with in European football after Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich bought the club for £140 million back in 2003. Chelsea has won 19 trophies till now, most of which have come in the Abramovich era. This season Chelsea have re-appointed Jose Mourinho as the manager and have signed quite a few talented players including former Blue player Nemanja Matic and Mohammad Salah....

But come this Saturday, none of that will matter as Chelsea and West Ham United go head-to-head for the battle of West London. Chelsea were enjoying a six-match winning streak, but Manchester City got the better of them in the last match. West Ham United is going through a nightmarish season, and some reports suggest that manager Manuel Pellegrini is on borrowed time. They are just three points away from the relegation zone, and might even slip into that feared area if they fail to produce a good performance against Chelsea....

Caballero’s contract had been due to expire at the end of the current campaign, which remains suspended due to the coronavirus pandemic. But the club exercised the option to extend the deal, keeping him at Stamford Bridge for what will be a fourth season. He told Chelsea’s official website: “I am very happy to make this announcement. It is a privilege to be part of this Chelsea squad and the Chelsea family, at one of the most historic clubs in the Premier League....