Chelsea opinion

Much of the post-match debate about how exactly Brazil contrived to lose so badly to Germany has centred on the role of one man – former Chelsea favourite David Luiz. It seems that his performance–come–walkabout at the centre of the…

After finishing in 7th place in the FA Women’s Super League 1 (FAWSL 1) last season, just one place above the relegation spot, Chelsea FC decided to invest a bit more this time in the ladies department. Emma Hayes continued as Chelsea…

After winning both the FA Cup and League at youth level, it begs the question “when will Chelsea give youth a chance?” The club isn’t known for producing too many talents but it has produced a few notable players. John Terry is an example…

For the last few years, Chelsea have actively pursued a strategy of harvesting up talented youngsters from around the globe and trying to develop them into first-teamers of the future – or, if they don’t make the grade at Chelsea, into…

And then there was one. Three more Chelsea players exit the World Cup, leaving just Andre Schurrle, following Brazil’s shock exit at the hands of Germany. As the host nation licks its wounds from the 7-1 defeat – the biggest and most…

There is a growing feeling among Chelsea fans that Romelu Lukaku may have developed an inflated idea of his own importance. Whether it’s because he’s now a World Cup player, or because he’s reportedly wanted by a handful of Champions League…

Chelsea appears intent on making Filipe Luis as their next major signing of the summer. The blues have already brought in Cesc Fabregas and Diego Costa for more than £50 million. After a season without any major trophy, Jose Mourinho is…

The future of French midfielder Paul Pogba grows more curious. He’s the subject of intense transfer speculation, which is likely to become even more intense now that he and France have exited the World Cup. The possibility of a deal for…

The transfer window has been open a mere five days, and it’s already reaching the point at which Chelsea must decide whether they really want a new centre-back to support John Terry and Gary Cahill – and if so, which one. The club has…

So Eden Hazard’s World Cup has come to an end – after Belgium’s defeat at the hands of Argentina and Lionel Messi. It’s a disappointing end to a largely disappointing tournament for the player – even if the Belgian team as a whole have…