Chelsea
Wednesday, 29 July 2026
Tuesday, 28 July 2026
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Chelsea's veteran rethink is a bigger clue than the age profile
Chelsea's move for Jordan Henderson and Danny Welbeck follows a 10th-place finish, eight red cards and a leadership gap under Xabi Alonso.
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Chelsea vs Western Sydney Wanderers: Joao Pedro and the youngsters steal the show
Joao Pedro’s nine-minute hat-trick and Jamie Gittens’ third goal in three games led Chelsea in a wild pre-season friendly against Western Sydney Wanderers.
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Chelsea's Henderson and Welbeck interest points to an experience-led shift
Chelsea transfer news: Henderson and Welbeck interest points to an experience-led shift after a 10th-place finish and Tuchel's praise for Henderson.
Monday, 27 July 2026
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Danny Welbeck Chelsea transfer revives United regret
Chelsea have opened talks for Danny Welbeck, whose 13-goal Premier League season has revived debate about Manchester United's missed chance to re-sign him
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Granit Xhaka transfer to Chelsea ruled out by Sunderland
Regis Le Bris has ruled out a Granit Xhaka move to Chelsea, saying the Sunderland captain is not for sale after the club rejected an £8 million bid.
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Danny Welbeck Chelsea transfer talks fit a clear Chelsea shift
Chelsea are in advanced talks for Danny Welbeck, with reports saying Xabi Alonso wants the Brighton striker for his experience, leadership and 13-goal
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Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer plan gives Chelsea a clear next step
Xabi Alonso says he has a plan to fit Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer together at Chelsea, while more transfer movement still looks likely.
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Morgan Rogers backed by Xabi Alonso as Chelsea move lands
Xabi Alonso has backed Morgan Rogers as a key Chelsea signing, after Arsenal had made him their No.1 target this summer.
Sunday, 26 July 2026
Saturday, 25 July 2026
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Trevoh Chalobah edges closer to Chelsea exit as Como improve bid
Como have improved their offer for Trevoh Chalobah, but Chelsea still want more as talks continue over a summer exit.
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Max Merrick joins Hartlepool United on season-long loan
Max Merrick has joined Hartlepool on a season-long loan after eight years at Chelsea, saying he is ready for the next step.
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Atletico's message to Barcelona is clear on Julian Alvarez
Atletico Madrid have rejected Barcelona's €100 million bid for Julián Alvarez and said even €150 million or €200 million would not change their mind.
Friday, 24 July 2026
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Kerim Alajbegovic transfer race heats up as Chelsea push
Chelsea are being linked with Kerim Alajbegovic as Bayer Leverkusen's valuation rises into the €35m-€40m range, with Atalanta and Serie A rivals also in
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John Stones as Chelsea free agent target, says Gallas
William Gallas has urged Chelsea to sign free agent John Stones, calling the 32-year-old the best option for a young defence.
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Alejandro Garnacho’s Aston Villa move is framed as a reset
Alejandro Garnacho says Aston Villa can help him rediscover his Manchester United form, with David De Gea backing him and Villa’s conditional buy deal
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Chelsea move for Maxence Lacroix is close, but not done yet
Maxence Lacroix is nearing a £52m Chelsea move, with a medical scheduled and Crystal Palace already searching for a replacement.
Thursday, 23 July 2026
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Axel Disasi exit gathers pace as Chelsea weigh up £25m sale
Axel Disasi has not reported for pre-season as Chelsea seek a £25m sale, while Crystal Palace, Roma and AC Milan weigh moves.
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Alejandro Garnacho gives Aston Villa a low-risk reset option
Alejandro Garnacho has joined Aston Villa on loan from Chelsea after scoring 1 Premier League goal in 24 games last season.
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Alejandro Garnacho joins Aston Villa on a loan built around appearances
Aston Villa have agreed a season-long loan for Alejandro Garnacho with a conditional £43million obligation to buy. Chelsea expect to recoup around £43million.
Groups
Group A
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Palmeiras | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
 Inter Miami | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +1 | 5 |
 FC Porto | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
 Al Ahly | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -2 | 2 |
Group B
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Paris Saint Germain | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 6 |
 Botafogo | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +1 | 6 |
 Atletico Madrid | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 6 |
 Seattle Sounders | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 |
Group C
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Benfica | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +7 | 7 |
 Bayern München | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +10 | 6 |
 Boca Juniors | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | -1 | 2 |
 Auckland City | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -16 | 1 |
Group D
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Flamengo | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +4 | 7 |
 Chelsea | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +3 | 6 |
 ES Tunis | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -4 | 3 |
 Los Angeles FC | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -3 | 1 |
Group E
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Inter | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +3 | 7 |
 Monterrey | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +4 | 5 |
 River Plate | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
 Urawa | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -7 | 0 |
Group F
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Borussia Dortmund | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +2 | 7 |
 Fluminense | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
 Mamelodi Sundowns | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
 Ulsan Hyundai FC | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -4 | 0 |
Group G
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Manchester City | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +11 | 9 |
 Juventus | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | +5 | 6 |
 Al Ain | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -10 | 3 |
 Wydad AC | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -6 | 0 |
Group H
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Real Madrid | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | +5 | 7 |
 Al-Hilal Saudi FC | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | +2 | 5 |
 Red Bull Salzburg | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -2 | 4 |
 CF Pachuca | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | -5 | 0 |