Thomas Tuchel told key Timo Werner role for Chelsea's Champions League clash with Real Madrid
Mikel Arteta explains his decision to play Granit Xhaka at left-back against Brighton
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Trossard one of three wingers lined up as Newcastle’s ASM replacement
Newcastle are interested in Brighton winger Leandro Trossard as they prepare to sell Allan Saint-Maximin, according to reports.
Chelsea sale: UK government releases statement amid reports on bidders to take over club
The Department of Culture, Media and Sport have refuted claims that they are happy with the four remaining contenders hoping to buy Chelsea, citing that they have no role in selecting a preferred bidder in the process. Groups led by Todd Boehly, the Ricketts family, Martin Broughton and Stephen Pagliuca all remain in contention to takeover the club from Roman Abramovich with a first choice expected to emerge this week.
Modric can play into his 40s, says Kovacic
Chelsea midfielder Mateo Kovacic has backed Real Madrid star Luka Modric is play into his 40s after a sparkling display against the Blues in the Champions League.
Mateo Kovacic reveals the 'amazing' Real Madrid man he admires ahead of 'difficult' Chelsea test
Tuchel says his 'message was clear' to the players
Mateo Kovacic backing Luka Modric to continue at top level for years to come
Mateo Kovacic has backed “amazing” Real Madrid playmaker Luka Modric to still be plying his trade at the top level into his 40s as he tries to prevent his close friend from ending Chelsea’s Champions League dreams this week.
Every word Mateo Kovacic said on Chelsea vs Real Madrid, Luka Modric and starting XI frustration
Of course, we have our chances and we are motivated to show our best tomorrow. We did not have our best game and the result is not good and the result is not good in the last game. There is hope and we are motivated to show our best. It will be a quality game and we are looking forward to it.
Soccer-Chelsea must overperform to overturn Real Madrid deficit: Tuchel
(Reuters) - Chelsea will have to overperform if they are to overturn a two-goal deficit against Real Madrid in their Champions League quarter-final, manager Thomas Tuchel said on Monday.