07 Mar 2015 09:29:16
Hi Eds. Can you give us an idea of positions being looked at for new signings? I guess a CB and Striker to replace Drogba? Many thanks in advance
{Ed002's Note - Goalkeeper, Right Back (possibly two with one going on loan), Centre Back, Defensive Midfield (possibly to go on loan), Midfield (possibly to go on loan), one Forward (possibly two if Remy were to leave).
07 Mar 2015 11:17:07
does the signing of a right back suggest that Azpilicueta is seen as a left back long term or is there not a link?
{Ed002's Note - There are no secret messages in what the club will be doing Rowan. They have already agreed to the signing of a young right back to go on loan. Ivanovic has been offered a one year extension and will likely agree it (taking him to 2017). In the meantime Chelsea are looking at other options and will need to make a decision about Wallace. It is possible that Wallace could be offered in a deal for a replacement. If Ivanovic agrees to the extension it is likely Chelsea will not push any more for a RB.}
07 Mar 2015 12:53:06
Ah right that cleared it up thanks. I thought we intended to sign another senior RB and then we'd have 3 in the squad which seems a bit excessive.
{Ed002's Note - That is what Chelsea are planning to do - but if Ivanovic signs an extension I suspect they won't. Ivanovic may want to consider any other options he has first.}
07 Mar 2015 14:10:32
Thanks for that reply, Ed :)
It'd be weird if Ivanovic left the club. He's become such a mainstay in our team.
{Ed002's Note - Players come and go. Sometimes they get older and have to be moved on. Chelsea have looked at a like-for-like replacement for Ivanovic - but Ivanovic is having a good season and has been offered an extension. The club would like it resolved soon.}