The Latest Breaking News from Chelsea

Six Way Too Early Predictions After First Premier League Weekend

It’s time for some knee-jerk reactions after the first weekend of the 2026–27 Premier League season.

Sports Illustrated · Aug 24

Chelsea: Xabi Alonso reveals Enzo Fernandez wish as Man City ponder huge bid

Speculation over Argentine’s future will continue into Deadline Day

Evening Standard · Aug 24

Xabi Alonso defends Robert Sanchez after Chelsea warned goalkeeping errors will ‘haunt’ title charge

Fulham twice benefited from errors by Chelsea keeper Robert Sanchez in a five-goal thriller

The Independent UK · Aug 24

Fulham 2-3 Chelsea: Alonso’s new look front-three impress but one issue still persists

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The Independent UK · Aug 24

Chelsea’s front three dazzle as they edge out Fulham in derby thriller

Chelsea’s front three of João Pedro, Morgan Rogers and Cole Palmer were all on target as they began the Xabi Alonso era with a 3-2 win at Fulham

The Guardian - UK · Aug 24

Chelsea player ratings vs Fulham: Cole Palmer back to his best but Robert Sanchez dreadful

Debutants shine across the park as Xabi Alonso enjoys positive first match

Evening Standard · Aug 24

Fulham vs Chelsea player ratings: Two Blues debutants star with 8/10s but problem player scores 4/10

Fulham 2-3 Chelsea: Morgan Rogers bagged a debut goal as Xabi Alonso got off to a winning start as Blues manager

The Independent UK · Aug 24

Fulham 2-3 Chelsea: New-look Blues make winning start as Xabi Alonso era

Xabi Alonso quick off the mark as Alvaro Arbeloa’s Cottagers impress in defeat

Evening Standard · Aug 24

Atletico Madrid eye Chelsea striker as possible Julian Alvarez replacement

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The Independent UK · Aug 24

Liam Delap in talks over Nottingham Forest switch as Chelsea eye more exits

Striker has struggled for impact since signing from Ipswich last summer

Evening Standard · Aug 24