Chelsea sign Edouard Mendy from Rennes

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As confirmed by the club’s official website, Chelsea have completed the signing of goalkeeper Edouard Mendy from Ligue 1 side Rennes. The 28-year-old Senegalese international has penned a five-year contract with the Blues after the club had agreed a £22m deal with the French club. Mendy began his career at AS Cherbourg in the French third-tier where he was till … Read more

Wayne Bridge’s Life as a Poker Player After Retiring from Football

The career of a football player is relatively short, often ending many years before they hit 40-years-old. So, former footballers need to find something to do with their time. Many turn to management or coaching, with Steven Gerrard and Frank Lampard being among the recent examples, others pursue philanthropic interests, and others continue to seek … Read more

End of an era: Olivier Giroud, the modern-day Arsenal legend

End of an era: Olivier Giroud, the modern-day Arsenal legend When Arsenal announced that Olivier Giroud has joined Chelsea on a permanent deal in the dying hours of the January transfer window, it pulled at the heartstrings of every single Gunners’ fan. The towering Frenchman joined the club at a time when the fans were … Read more

Jose Mourinho – The Lone Ranger Of English Football

Jose Mourinho – The Lone Ranger Of English If there was ever a list of the most misunderstood managers in football history, Jose Mourinho’s name would probably be on top. People either love him or hate him and there seems to be no middle ground for the Portuguese tactician. Having coached some of the biggest … Read more

Why The Mid-Table Battles Are More Exciting Than The Title Challenge

It is every football lover’s dream to witness a close finish to a season. Nothing beats the excitement of uncertainty and unpredictability when it comes to football teams vying for places in the points table and it also creates a sense of competition that in its intangible way can unite scores of fans across the … Read more

English Premier League – An Era Of Underrated Players

English Premier League – Rating The Underrated Players Ever since the Premier League began, we have had the good fortune of watching some of the best footballers play against each other. These players were famous for their many talents on the field and even today, there are so many players in the league that are worshipped … Read more

Sanchez Is A Lot Like Eden Hazard – Blues Fan Favourite Comments On Arsenal And Chelsea Stars

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Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has drawn similar comparisons between Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez and Blues forward Eden Hazard. Hazard has regained his scintillating form this term which helped Chelsea to the League title two seasons ago and with eight goals already this season the 25 year old is looking as dangerous as ever for the Blues. … Read more