CHELSEA NEWS

Modric: I wanted to leave Tottenham for Chelsea before Real Madrid move Luka Modric became one of Real Madrid’s most successful players after moving from Tottenham, but he revealed how he almost joined Chelsea.

9 HOURS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Lack of energy key to Bournemouth's downward spiral, says Iraola Bournemouth are without a win in their last five Premier League games, and they welcome Chelsea to Vitality Stadium this weekend.

9 HOURS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Jamie Gittens - Provides assist against Leeds Gittens assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat against Leeds United.

Impact Gittens provided an assist for teammate Pedro Neto during Wednesday's loss, bringing his season total to three assists while looking to unsettle the opposition with his dribbling and recording a season-high four crosses in the EPL this campaign, but it wasn't enough to turn the result around. The English winger remains a secondary option in coach Enzo Maresca's plans, having started just six times in 15 appearances this season.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Neto - Scores one goal off bench Neto scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat against Leeds United.

Impact Neto started Wednesday's clash against Leeds on the bench but wasted no time making an impact, finding the net just four minutes after coming on from a Jamie Gittens assist to bring his season total to five goals in 17 appearances across all competitions. He has shown his ability to be decisive at any moment, registering 10 shots and 12 crosses in his last four matches. Though he started this match as a substitute, the Portuguese winger continues to be a regular starter, having made 16 starts in his previous 17 matches.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Robert Sanchez - Concedes three against Leeds Sanchez registered two saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to Leeds United.

Impact Sanchez finished with two saves but surrendered three goals in Wednesday's loss to Leeds, matching in one outing the total he had allowed over his prior six matches in a performance to quickly move past, despite the disruption caused by changes in the central-defensive partnership. The goalkeeper conceded 18 goals and kept eight clean sheets in 18 appearances across all competitions and will try to add a ninth shutout when Bournemouth visits on Saturday.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

'Elland Road was back to its best' – Farke revels in crucial Leeds win Daniel Farke believed his Leeds United team were better in every department after they ran out 3-1 winners over Chelsea at Elland Road.

1 DAY AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Neto concedes Chelsea 'cannot take games for granted' after Leeds defeat Chelsea suffered their first defeat in eight matches in all competitions, after going down to an inspired Leeds United at Elland Road.

1 DAY AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Premier League: Arsenal regains 5-point lead as struggling Liverpool drops more points at Anfield

There was another win for Arsenal in the Premier League, and more misery for Liverpool and its under-fire manager Arne Slot

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Where to watch Leeds vs. Chelsea live stream, TV channel, start time for Premier League match | Sporting News Leeds vs. Chelsea kickoff time: Here’s how to watch the Premier League match on TV and live stream. The Sporting News takes you through all...

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Chelsea FC vs. Leeds United Prediction, Odds, Picks - Dec 3

Preview the matchup between Chelsea FC and Leeds United with predictions, odds, over/under, betting lines and more.

1 DAY AGO • Data Skrive

Theo Walcott makes claim about Chelsea's PL title credentials after their 1-1 draw against Arsenal Former England star Theo Walcott believes Chelsea are a threat to Arsenal in the Premier League title race.

2 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Cole Palmer return confirmed! Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca reveals England star will make long-awaited comeback at Leeds

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has confirmed that Cole Palmer is set to make his return after two months out against Leeds in midweek. The Blu...

2 DAYS AGO • goal

Chelsea's Silva, son of Brazilian soccer legend, signs first pro deal - UPI.com Isago Silva, the son of Brazilian soccer legend Thiago Silva, signed his first professional contract with Chelsea, the Premier League power...

2 DAYS AGO • UPI.COM

Cole Palmer - Will build minutes gradually Palmer is fully available and will build his minutes gradually in upcoming fixtures, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference. "He is available. In the last game, Cole was o...

Impact Palmer is fully fit and available for Chelsea but remained an unused substitute against Arsenal due to the red card the Blues received, as it wasn't the best scenario for his comeback. The playmaker will be building his competitive minutes in upcoming fixtures, with the aim to make him ready to play 90 minutes the earliest possible.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Romeo Lavia - Sill in recovery process Lavia (quadriceps) is still in the recovery process of his injury and not available for the time being, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference. "Romeo is still trying to r...

Impact Lavia is still recovering from the quadriceps injury he suffered against Qarabag in the Champions League and will need more time before returning to the squad. The midfielder will likely be aiming a return in the second part of December and resume his backup role to Moises Caicedo in the heart of the game.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dario Essugo - Suffers setback in training Essugo (thigh) will need more time to return from his injury after suffering a setback in training, coach Enzo Maresca said in the press conference. "Dario was okay, and started so...

Impact Essugo resumed part of team training since last week but will need to spend a bit more time on the sidelines after suffering a setback from his thigh injury. The midfielder has to slow down a bit and will hope that the setback isn't too important as he will be a boost in the depth midfield once fully back fit for the Blues.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Man City summer signing wants OUT! England hopeful James Trafford desperate for January exit just five months after sealing Etihad switch

Out-of-favour Manchester City goalkeeper James Trafford reportedly wants to leave the club, just five months after returning to the Etihad S...

3 DAYS AGO • goal

Merino: Caicedo deserved his red card after 'horrible' challenge Arsenal were forced to share the spoils in their Premier League clash with Chelsea, despite the hosts seeing Moises Caicedo sent off.

4 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Chelsea Player Ratings vs. Arsenal: Blues Burn Bright in Battling Derby Chelsea held on for a point against the Premier League leaders despite Moisés Caicedo’s red card.

4 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Pedro Neto - Offensive engine Neto recorded three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Arsenal.

Impact Despite Chelsea being down a man for most of the match, Neto continues to shine as the offensive star. He didn't get a goal or assist but this type of volume will lead to better stat lines. Wednesday against Leeds is a great chance for Neto to dominate, as the side has allowed 25 goals through 13 games this season.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Reece James - Assist on strong day of service James assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Arsenal.

Impact James had plenty of service with four crosses and two corners, getting rewarded with an assist to boost Chelsea's momentum despite being down a man. The defender should continue having success against Leeds, a side which has conceded 25 goals in 13 domestic games.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Trevoh Chalobah - Scores opening goal Chalobah scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Arsenal.

Impact The defender took advantage of a lapse in Arsenal's defense to give Chelsea the early edge despite being a man down. He could score again on Wednesday against Leeds, a side which has conceded 25 times so far this season.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE