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29 Jun 2018 07:13:16
Hi ed001,

With July almost here. can you give us a quick round up of transfers in this window?

Even with the managerial uncertainity, I'm sure that the board have had their targets identified and working towards it. any idea on who we might be interested in?

{Ed001's Note - no, I do not do that, sorry. I do not have a database to look through to just call them up from, so it would be days of work to put something together and I don't have the time or resources. Sorry.}

1.) 29 Jun 2018 07:46:06
No problem boss! whenever you are okay with . any kind of input is appreciated! Thanks again.

2.) 29 Jun 2018 14:57:22
Anything on Golovin Ed? Looks like it could hapoen.

{Ed001's Note - nothing to expand on what is available. He looks to be set to agree a deal.}

3.) 29 Jun 2018 16:58:22
Ed what do you make of it? Do you think he would be a good signing and do you think he will fit in.

{Ed001's Note - I have not seen enough of him to judge him. Looks a good player though it really depends on how he is going to be used and who he replaces.}

4.) 29 Jun 2018 18:44:52
If I am not wrong, Chelsea have been monitoring Golovin ever since Oscar was sold and the club believed him to be a perfect replacement for Oscar. Ed001, do you really think that there'll be some outgoings from the first team?

{Ed001's Note - difficult to answer until the managerial situation is sorted out.}

5.) 30 Jun 2018 13:52:59
alneri, you might be right cos I remember Ed002 said something of sort when Chelsea first took notice of Golovin cos the club has taken notice of him for quite a while now (right about when Oscar left) .

23 May 2018 07:29:52
Hi Ed01,

Could you shed some light on the current situation on the Chelsea Managerial Position, in regards to

Luis Enrique
Sarri
Conte
Jardim
Jody Morris
Jokanovic

from what I have read around there's quite a merry go round going on.

Are there any outsiders other than this list for the post?

{Ed001's Note - from what I am told, though this is without having had a chance to confirm anything with Ed002, Conte no longer wants the role and Chelsea do not want him, the only problem is that he is due a lot of money. So it just remains to come to an arrangement to reduce it significantly.

Sarri wanted to stay at Napoli but his hand is being forced. His past comments are a problem, so he is still unlikely.

Morris is not amongst the first choice options as he is very well respected where he is and it is felt it is too soon for him. The longer things drag on with Conte though, the more likely other options will be ruled out and it might mean he gets his chance.

Enrique was the most likely but his wage demands are ridiculous. However he will work in the set up at Chelsea, so he is still very much the main possibility.

Jardim struggled this season and has shown he does not seem able to control the big egos in a side. He is a back up plan option but unlikely.

Anyone else is very much on the outside. Personally my opinion is that Enrique will be the one to replace Conte. So far I am 1 from 1 on my calls (or should that be 'educated' guesses?) this summer - I got Emery right somehow - so we will have to wait and see as so much can change when dealing with such huge sums of money and so many other factors to interfere. However that does seem the way it is going.}

1.) 23 May 2018 10:18:08
Thanks a lot Ed01 . i don't understand why is there such negativity around Luis Enrique in the fan's minds . He's done a good job at Barcelona and Celta Vigo, although he won't be much of a difference to Conte or Mourinho in his personality or way of working.

2.) 23 May 2018 12:08:23
Absolute legend Ed001. Your comments abd insight are really appreciated. Thank you.

{Ed001's Note - thank you.}

3.) 23 May 2018 18:21:43
Thanks Ed. May i just ask what are the comments that Sarri made that are the problem?

{Ed001's Note - there are a series of them over the years. It is not one set of them, it is repeated examples.}

4.) 23 May 2018 18:42:58
Ed1, all these media outlets are saying Sarri will most likely end up with the job. Do you think Chelsea would want guarantees over his behaviour before they commit. Thanks.

{Ed001's Note - yes, they have done similar with players in the past. It is a big risk to take if they do appoint him, but it seems to just be the media guessing as he has been pushed out by Napoli.}

5.) 23 May 2018 22:16:10
Cheers for your input Ed1, I have to agree with you mate because it does seem like the media are guessing. I think they are all so convinced that they are making stories, appointments up etc. I would like Chelsea to give Sarri a chance over Enrique. I would rather Conte stays and is backed over Enrique lol.

6.) 24 May 2018 06:50:47
Losing Conte only to replace him with Enrique would be a disaster. Enrique will just be a wannabe Guardiola, getting frustrated with the lack of skill in our experienced players. And he probably won't have the guts to give the young guys a go.
Much rather have Sarri than Enrique. Enrique would probably be sacked after a year or 2 as well. While Sarri is a risk, he's a risk that could pay off massively.

Preference would be keeping and backing Conte though. One of the best in the world, still quite young and shows an unrivalled passion when he's happy. Just need to back him in the market.
Got a bad feeling I'm going to end up very sad in a few days.

7.) 24 May 2018 07:17:40
Conte burnt his bridges with Roman and the board. That has been very clear since last summer. As much as I rate him, heâ€™s better off out of Chelsea. With Conte, itâ€™s his way or no way. David Luiz shouldnâ€™t be treated like he has, dropping Rudiger (our best defender) because of his remarks shows what type of manager Conte is. Doesnâ€™t like to be criticised and if he is, they get dropped or left out.

8.) 24 May 2018 09:22:12
Dropping Luiz after his early season performances/ injury was ok with me and we were able to see Christensen have some solid games.
I do agree (if true) that Rudiger being dropped for making comments would appear harsh
We have/ had a manager who wants to just manage and that also includes managing a level of discipline.
One of the problems at our club and other clubs is that players not only want to play and play every game they also want to manage the team.
In my opinion players should just stick to what they are contracted to do and that is just play!

9.) 25 May 2018 10:04:33
If you were choosing, who do you think would be a good fit for Chelsea out of all the managers in European football.

10.) 25 May 2018 10:17:09
Why was he pushed out?

05 Aug 2017 06:58:50
Hey ed, could you provide us with an insight as to which positions Chelsea are looking to add new players to and who they are possibly looking at?

I looked through the entire European and football transfers page but I can't find any.

{Ed002's Note - Nothing has changed at this time. Chelsea want a wide player, a left back, another midfield player, a centre back and possibly a young forward forward or another midfield player - but there are other considerations as well. If a player becomes available who can improve the squad then the club will consider him. If there is not the right player available at the right price them they will not buy for the sake of it. Equally, things can change if a player were to leave. There is no secret that Alex Sandro is of particular interest and the Chelsea would like to take Antonio Candreva but both are proving to be very difficult. Chelsea are also required to maintain the home grown quota and that is a consideration not to lose sight of.}

1.) 05 Aug 2017 08:16:12
Thanks ed.

2.) 05 Aug 2017 08:43:31
Thanks ed.

3.) 05 Aug 2017 08:46:27
Awesome thanks Ed002.

4.) 05 Aug 2017 08:55:15
Hmm don't see why we'd need another CB with Azpi, Luiz, Rudiger, Cahill and Christensen already in the team. That'd be a strange move.

A young forward is a curious one as we already have a young stud in Abraham that's out on loan. Why not use him if we want that type of player?

A midfielder is a desperate need right now, and reports of Drinkwater being pursued are underwhelming to say the least. If we want to be a top club we should target top players. Not midtable level players like Drinkwater.

Shame about Sandro probably not coming as he'd transform our whole team. He's a world class player and would run that left side on his own. I just don't get why Chelsea seemingly keep trying for him while it seems to be clear that Juve aren't willing to sell him.

Lastly, I hope we don't get another wide forward in unless it's one of world class talent (thinking Ousmane Dembele, Asensio, Berardi) . Otherwise I want Musonda to be given a chance. He's an amazing talent and in 20 minutes against Inter he showed what he can do for us. Just waiting to be given a chance. Let's not lose another top young player over a lack of chances.

{Ed002's Note - (a) Rudiger will provide cover on the right and there are some issues in respect of Christensen. There has been consistent interest in signing another centre back and the club intend to try to do so. (b) Abraham is not ready to play for Chelsea in the premier league at this time. He has the opportunity to gain some experience. (c) Perhaps you could start some sort of social media campaign to ensure that Drinkwater doesn't sign - voodoo dolls might be an option. (d) Perhaps you don't fully understand the situation. (e) The cliched term "world class" is rather hopeless in reality - unless you have a definitive list of "world class" players who you can share with us.}

5.) 05 Aug 2017 09:59:42
Funny that Drinkwater formed a fantastic midfield with a Kante in Leicesters title winning season. ðŸ™„. Ahh maybe because he's not a big name like a Sanches and the like that he's not good enough.

Azpi can play right wing back as well as Moses. So yes I think another CB is needed.

Another young striker is intriguing. Any names being thrown around Ed?

Bringing "World class" players in can be very expensive and they don't always perform or settle. Not always the best option IMO.

6.) 05 Aug 2017 08:27:38
Quality. Thanks ed002.

7.) 05 Aug 2017 09:37:30
Thanks for the reply, Ed :)
a) I'm just scared of losing a top young defender in Christensen. I understand he might need a little time to adapt to the PL, but he's an exceptional young player and it'd be madness to lose him. Signing another CB has me believing he might demand a transfer.
b) Again, I agree with you on Abraham. Getting him a loan where he can play significant minutes in the PL was the best solution. Bringing in another young forward however might stand in the way of Abraham returning to the first team in a year or 2 if he does well. That's where I start worrying again. In this age, where decent players cost 35 million and more, having players from the academy in your squad that don't cost you any fee are very valuable. Another forward might block Abraham's path.
c) I'm a bit scared of black magic so I won't get involved with voodoo. Just got to hope the board see sense on this one I guess :-P
d) I probably don't understand the Sandro situation at all. All I've got is hope since Sandro hasn't signed that extension at Juve and we apparently keep trying for him. So there must be at least a glimmer of hope.
e) duly noted. World class is different to everyone and it's very vague. I just mean a top player. Don't buy a guy like Cuadrado or Candreva to take Musonda's spot is all I'm saying.

{Ed002's Note - (a) I guess you don't understand the issues and the situation has been made clear to the player. Omerou - a decision has yet to be made. (b) If you have these kids in the first team squad they won't play and you get problems. There is another young striker the club see as more of a talent in any case. (c) It is nothing to do with the board. (d) Right. (e) You play kids every week they will get torn apart in the Premier Leage.}

8.) 05 Aug 2017 11:09:33
What are the situations with Christensen ed?

{Ed002's Note - Unimportant.}

9.) 05 Aug 2017 11:28:28
I've heard (not twitter) that Christiansen is difficult and demanding first team football ( more or less) . If he's replaced by quality (VVD for example) I'd be happy to see him go, loyalty earns loyalty.

10.) 05 Aug 2017 11:48:08
AND that other striker the club see more of a talent, Ugbo?

{Ed002's Note - Yes.}

11.) 05 Aug 2017 11:48:49
And I understand my last replies have no been making it to the page, I understand why eds, no disrespect intended.

{Ed002's Note - I am really not sure what you are talking about.}

12.) 05 Aug 2017 11:59:06
Ugbo does seem a great player

No worries mate, was just making comments on your replies to Jackson. I didn't agree with a couple of your statements and said that but no need to get back into that, hope your enjoying your weekend.

{Ed002's Note - I didn't see them.}

13.) 05 Aug 2017 12:14:46
Dont know why we loaned out zouma but kept christensen.

{Ed002's Note - Because Zouma wants to stay at Chelsea and has worked all summer to lose weight and get in shape - he deserves the loan to get the opportunity to play the regular games he needs to be a serious choice for a first pick at Chelsea.}

14.) 05 Aug 2017 12:22:14
Great stuff Zouma.

15.) 05 Aug 2017 12:34:54
Fair enough ed.

16.) 05 Aug 2017 12:43:12
Thanks for posting again on the Chelsea page Ed002. It's made fascinating reading. Chelsea fans just need to remain patient and trust the board!

17.) 05 Aug 2017 10:02:30
Any possibility we could ask what central midfielders we are looking at right now Ed002?

{Ed002's Note - Drinkwater - you know that.}

18.) 05 Aug 2017 10:04:42
Even a short reply like that without the names is really helpful ed2, cheers.

And ed2 in reply to your reply of jacksons comment, I bet Kane wasn't ready to play for a top team in the premier league either, either was Rashford. I don't agree with Jackson on that point as he should leave on loan to earn experience and game time, but it's very difficult to say a player isn't ready for a certain league without giving them a chance.

C, although there are many idiotic posters on this page, Jackson isn't one of those, his post was an opinion, and not being a childish fan

Another thing, why do my replies rarely get posted, I replied to ed2 the other day and it didn't get onto the page? Wasn't rude or anything, just opinionative

Cheers guys appreciate the work.

{Ed002's Note - So you would see playing a centre forward who is not ready for the premier league in the same way as a centre back who is not ready?}

19.) 05 Aug 2017 10:22:44
Very much appreciated ed002,

20.) 05 Aug 2017 13:24:15
God, I love Zouma. That's great to read from him. Hopefully Hughes intends to actually play him.

21.) 05 Aug 2017 13:29:03
Fair enough, Ed :) Surprising to read that the club rate Ugbo as a bigger talent than Abraham. I mean, he did score 23 goals in the Championship at the age of 19 (a record for a teenager, beating Moussa Dembele's 17 goals I think) . Hopefully he does well at Swansea as well, as I think his innate sense of where the ball is going to end up is something you can't teach. His movement is exceptional for such a young guy.
And I didn't mean playing Musonda every game. He's not ready for that. But we already have Eden, Pedro and Willian as well. So he wouldn't need to start every week. He can start the occasional game and come on as an attacking sub to throw something different at the opposition with his pace, trickery and directness.

{Ed002's Note - Clearly you misunderstood something. Clubs never use words like "rate", and they are not looking at any nonsense about goals and goal records.}

22.) 05 Aug 2017 14:31:52
"The club see as more of a talent" --> more or less the same as rating a player higher, no? English isn't my native language but in my eyes they boil down to the same thing. So perhaps a misinterpretation on my part.
We'll see how Ugbo deals with professional football I guess. Abraham has shown he can score goals at the professional level (which is obviously important as a striker which is why I referred to the record) while Ugbo hasn't done that yet. Hopefully he shows he too can perform against grown men.

23.) 05 Aug 2017 15:17:55
Sorry Ed002, assumed as much, but just when question was asked before, you said no interest in Drinkwater as far as you know, but will take it as genuine. Thanks anyway.

24.) 05 Aug 2017 23:53:15
So ed, do chelsea have any other lbs lined up, or are we confident about sandro.

{Ed002's Note - Either or questions are not something I can deal with.}

25.) 06 Aug 2017 00:26:00
It's not the same no, but it's an example. You can't say a player isn't ready for the premier league without giving them a chance, regardless of whether it's the case more often than not.

26.) 06 Aug 2017 09:18:23
Thanks a lot Ed002 . finally just one small question

Since we seem to be linked with only Drinkwater, is it safe to say Lewis Baker is staying as a back up?

We have only 3 senior CM and I don't think Conte would be fan of playing Fabregas in a 2 man midfield for big games.

{Ed002's Note - I cannot answer questions with suggestions like "is it safe to say" in them.}

27.) 06 Aug 2017 15:34:12
I got the answer, thanks boss!

28 May 2017 19:22:04
News on Ivan Perisic to Chelsea?

1.) 30 May 2017 12:04:45
I think on the European space Ed002 mentions that Chelsea are interested in the player but his age and the amount Inter want puts them off a deal.

18 May 2017 05:39:27
Hey, I wanted to know is there any chance of AC Milan's De Sciglio joining us in this window?

Secondly the papers today report we have deal for Lukaku around 70 mn . what are our back up plans if we don't get him? Morata? Belotti?

I'm sorry I'm new to this page.

{Ed002's Note - (a) Milan are looking for a new contract so I would not hold your breath. (b) There is no "deal" for Lukaku at this time.}

1.) 18 May 2017 20:32:09
Hi there, ED! How about Romagnoli, Who was of interest earlier? Are we still looking at him, and would Milan consider Selling?

{Ed002's Note - Chelsea has no interest.}

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21 Jul 2018 18:45:05
Hey Eds,

Can you now give us a fair bit of idea on what to expect from Chelsea in this Transfer window?

1) Are the board really considering selling Willian?
2) Does Morata want to leave?
3) the Goalkeeper situation?

23 Jan 2018 13:53:10
Hey ed01, a little out of the box

How is that the Italian journalists Di Marzio, Romani, Palmeri always are the first to report the reliable news? I mean what's wrong with the English journos ( the only one who seems reliable is Matt Law ) any ideas how these work and how they get their information?

{Ed001's Note - I don't know them, so could not possibly comment.}

1.) 23 Jan 2018 17:24:21
Matt Law sounds like ed02 when he speaks.

{Ed033's Note - Obviously Matt Law is so in awe of Ed002 that he tries to copy Ed002's voice.

2.) 23 Jan 2018 18:47:20
Nobodyâ€™s seen Ed002 or Matt law in same room., seems a lot like Clark Kent and superman and Bruce Wayne and batman. by day twitter journo and by night his a man trying to inform and get abused by Chelsea fans.

3.) 23 Jan 2018 20:28:15
Are you saying that they are or could be the same person Matt martin? Cos I rep and like Matt Law a lot, though he doesn't know me. I used to like Ed002 a lot until he scolded me.
U can't help but love what they (Matt Law and Ed002) produce though.

{Ed001's Note - they defo are not the same person. No one else can match Ed002's sartorial elegance.}

4.) 24 Jan 2018 08:52:06
The word 'sartorial' in quote.

{Ed001's Note - you haven't seen his shirts....}

5.) 24 Jan 2018 09:49:22
Hahahaha.

28 Aug 2017 06:37:47
Hey eds, 2 weeks ago, Conte comes out frustrated and disappointed and being vocal about clubs' lack of transfers, before the everton game he says he is happy if no further additions are made .

Can shed a bit of light on what's going on behind the scenes?

Realistically, can we expect signings at WB and CM positions?

{Ed018's Note - I have no idea what's going on behind the scene's but being realistic we know and I'm sure they know, they have got to bring in the minimum of two players to help out with some depth}

1.) 28 Aug 2017 13:55:03
Hey Ed018, I would say We need a minimum of 3 players, ideally 5, although I don't see that this late in the window but who knows.

We do have quite a bit of versatility in the squad so can probably get away with fewer signings.

KTBFFH!

28 Aug 2017 06:32:54
Hey Eds, 2 ez, p.

{Ed001's Note - is this a code? Do I need an Enigma Machine to crack it?}

1.) 28 Aug 2017 06:39:36
I'm sorry ed001, I access the site from my phone and while typing it got unresponsive . really sorry for that ðŸ™ˆ.

{Ed001's Note - no worries mate, I understand now I have seen your other message. I have kept it by for Ed018, in case he has anything more than me to add. I only know that I expect a couple of signings, I haven't had time to chase up Chelsea info having got a bit lazy with regards to Chelsea having Ed002 on hand in the past!}

2.) 28 Aug 2017 06:47:28
Thanks a lot.

{Ed001's Note - sorry I haven't had as much time to dedicate to chasing up info this window. It has been so hectic just editing it has not left much time. This has been the busiest summer we have had and I am flat out just trying to keep up with all the sites.}

3.) 28 Aug 2017 07:14:26
It's alright boss, I understand. and really appreciate the inputs from all the eds.

{Ed001's Note - thank you mate.}

4.) 28 Aug 2017 07:46:01
Didn't imagine your works are this hectic to you Eds. Kudos to you guys.

{Ed001's Note - it is very time consuming during the transfer windows. Thank you mate.]

5.) 28 Aug 2017 09:26:13
Guess the identity, so to say, of this crazy transfer window doesn't exactly decrease your work rate, huh? ;)

{Ed001's Note - defo not mate.}

17 Aug 2017 06:54:11
Is it possible for Chelsea to get a WB / CM before the spurs match this weekend and make him available for playing?

1.) 17 Aug 2017 07:15:55
Everything is possible but won't happen.

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29 Jun 2018 18:44:52
If I am not wrong, Chelsea have been monitoring Golovin ever since Oscar was sold and the club believed him to be a perfect replacement for Oscar. Ed001, do you really think that there'll be some outgoings from the first team?

{Ed001's Note - difficult to answer until the managerial situation is sorted out.}

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29 Jun 2018 07:46:06
No problem boss! whenever you are okay with . any kind of input is appreciated! Thanks again.

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23 May 2018 10:18:08
Thanks a lot Ed01 . i don't understand why is there such negativity around Luis Enrique in the fan's minds . He's done a good job at Barcelona and Celta Vigo, although he won't be much of a difference to Conte or Mourinho in his personality or way of working.

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17 Aug 2017 19:01:50
Of all the eds, you have the best profile picture ed033.

{Ed033's Note - thanks

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06 Aug 2017 15:34:12
I got the answer, thanks boss!

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28 Jan 2018 17:55:23
Who is Billy Mucholloch exactly? Sorry but I've never heard of him before.

{Ed002's Note - He gives players who need it a massage - and occasional lap dance.}

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28 Aug 2017 07:14:26
It's alright boss, I understand. and really appreciate the inputs from all the eds.

{Ed001's Note - thank you mate.}

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28 Aug 2017 06:47:28
Thanks a lot.

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28 Aug 2017 06:44:20
Is it just me or have we all got used to seeing Diego Costa . yesterday Williams was bashing Morata, no doubt Morata given his superior movement.

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28 Aug 2017 06:39:36
I'm sorry ed001, I access the site from my phone and while typing it got unresponsive . really sorry for that ðŸ™ˆ.