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Jordan Henderson - Set to train, timeline uncertain Henderson (wrist) is expected to begin training with the rest of the players who were involved in the World Cup semifinals, according to coach Xabi Alonso, per Football London. "Ye...

Impact Henderson signed a two year contract with Chelsea this summer after departing Brentford, where he made 34 appearances last season with one goal and three assists in helping the club to a ninth place finish. He made history at the World Cup as the first England men's player to feature at seven major tournaments, and his path to full fitness will need to be monitored given the type of injury he suffered as Chelsea works him into preseason.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Sanchez - Back from injury Sanchez (undisclosed) is back from injury for Wednesday's friendly against Juventus, according to Simon Johnson of The Athletic.

Impact Sanchez had been missing from the earlier friendly against Tottenham with what new coach Xabi Alonso described as a minor issue, assessed day by day rather than risked unnecessarily. He started the majority of last season ahead of Filip Jorgensen, finishing with nine clean sheets across 35 Premier League appearances, and his return now positions him to build back toward full match fitness as Chelsea continues its preseason preparations.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea lands veteran Jordan Henderson on 2-year deal after Brentford exit

Chelsea has signed veteran England international Jordan Henderson to a two-year contract

AUGUST 3 • Associated Press

Chelsea add more experience with Henderson signing Chelsea's new transfer strategy has seen the addition of Jordan Henderson, with the 36-year-old signing a deal through to June 2028.

AUGUST 3 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Garnacho Takes a Strong Shot at Chelsea After Debuting at Aston Villa Garnacho debuted at Villa and sent a message that rekindles his distance with Chelsea.

AUGUST 3 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Alonso Presents Himself as New for His Stage at Chelsea After His Traumatic Time in Madrid After a traumatic stint in Madrid, the Basque coach arrives at Chelsea with the conviction that the scars are now behind him.

AUGUST 3 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Jordan Henderson - Signs with Chelsea Henderson signed a two year contract with Chelsea after departing Brentford, the club announced.

Impact Henderson spent last season at Brentford after joining on a free transfer from Ajax, making 34 appearances in all competitions while recording one goal and three assists as he helped the club to a ninth-place Premier League finish. He also made history at this summer's World Cup as the first England men's player to feature at seven major tournaments. The midfielder has earned 91 caps for England, reaching the Euro 2020 final in addition to his run to the semifinals this summer. Henderson is expected to serve as a backup option in midfield, providing valuable experience and leadership as Chelsea builds its squad for the new season.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Emile Heskey says Manchester United will become Premier League title contenders if they sign 25-year-old Chelsea star next Former Premier League star Emile Heskey has urged Manchester United to move for wantaway Chelsea star Enzo Fernandez to become contenders for the Premier League.

AUGUST 3 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Mike Penders - Returns to Chelsea squad Penders is back with Chelsea's squad in Hong Kong after his participation with Belgium at the World Cup, where he did not register a single minute, the club announced.

Impact Penders' shot-stopping and composure with the ball at his feet have marked him as one of the more promising young goalkeepers in the pipeline, and Robert Sanchez's current injury issue opens the door for him to make an early case for a bigger role. His return gives him a real opportunity to press his claim for the number one spot heading into the new season. Penders is expected to continue building up his fitness as he looks to seize this chance in Chelsea's goalkeeping rotation.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Danny Welbeck - Begins training with new team Welbeck has joined his new Chelsea teammates in Hong Kong to begin working under coach Xabi Alonso, the club announced.

Impact Welbeck arrives with plenty of experience after signing a two year deal following his exit from Brighton. He closed out a solid 2025-26 campaign at Brighton with 13 goals and an assist across 37 Premier League matches, 26 of them starts. Earning a regular spot in Chelsea's rotation won't be straightforward given Joao Pedro's standing as the club's likely first choice up top next season. Welbeck is expected to begin building up his fitness as he integrates with his new teammates.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Mykhailo Mudryk - Returns to team training Mudryk is back with Chelsea's squad in Hong Kong and will return to team training for the first time since December 2024, the club announced.

Impact Mudryk is hoping for clarity by mid-August on whether he'll remain with the first team, be loaned out, or sold, following the resolution of the doping case that had kept him out of competitive action since November 2024, with Chelsea wanting to assess his form and fitness during the remainder of the tour before working with him to determine the best path forward for all parties. His return to team training in Hong Kong marked the official start of his reintegration process, and Mudryk is expected to continue building up his fitness as his situation is resolved in the coming weeks.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Geovany Quenda - Rejoins squad in Hong Kong Quenda has joined Chelsea's squad in Hong Kong, the club announced.

Impact Quenda had picked up a minor injury during last month's preseason win over Bromley after impressing coach Xabi Alonso in the club's opening friendlies, an issue that kept him out of the Australian leg of the tour. His arrival in Hong Kong marks his first involvement with the squad since that setback. His role, whether as a winger in a back four or a wing back in a back three, will likely hinge on which system Alonso settles on for the new season. Quenda is expected to build toward full involvement as the tour continues.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Neto - Set for preseason with Chelsea Neto is back with Chelsea for the Hong Kong leg of preseason after his run with Portugal at the World Cup, the club announced.

Impact Neto contributed an assist across five appearances during the tournament, which ended before the semifinals for Portugal. He was a steady presence for Chelsea last season, starting 30 of 34 Premier League matches and producing five goals and six assists from the wing, backed by a heavy 187 crosses that underline his role as a consistent creative outlet. His exact role will likely depend on whether coach Xabi Alonso opts for a back four or a back three, which would shape how much space he gets to operate as a winger versus a wing back. Neto is expected to build toward full match sharpness during the club's stop in Hong Kong.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Gaga Slonina - Joins Chelsea's preseason tour Slonina posted on Instagram that he is in Hong Kong with the Chelsea squad for preseason and will likely not join Strasbourg, as his trial there did not work out.

Impact Slonina's trial at Strasbourg came after being tested by new coach Hugo Oliveira over several weeks, but the failed trial now leaves him back with Chelsea's traveling squad on preseason tour. He is likely at best to serve as the club's third choice goalkeeper this season, and a fresh loan move to another club remains a realistic path forward as he looks to find regular playing time.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

A Blues Surprise: Veteran Striker Danny Welbeck Joins Chelsea

Chelsea have stunned the football world by announcing the signing of veteran striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton & Hove Albion.

AUGUST 2 • FOX SPORTS

A Blues Surprise: Veteran Striker Danny Welbeck Joins Chelsea

"I just can't see that one" - Former Chelsea star reveals why he believes Vinicius Jr will not join Arsenal Former Chelsea star Tony Cascarino has revealed why he thinks Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr will not join Premier League giants Arsenal.

AUGUST 2 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

"Happy to be enjoying football again" - Former Chelsea star Alejandro Garnacho makes claim after recent pre-season friendly Former Chelsea forward Alejandro Garnacho has made an interesting claim after featuring for Aston Villa in a pre-season friendly.

AUGUST 2 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Valentin Barco - Joins Chelsea Barco has completed a transfer to Chelsea from Strasbourg, according to his former club.

Impact Barco is out from France as he makes his return to the Premier League after some time with Brighton a few seasons before, now joining Strasbourg's sister club, Chelsea. He played the past two seasons with the French club, notching two goals and six assists as he served on the left flank between defense and the midfield, notching 41 Ligue 1 appearances ( 38 starts). He will now join as an immediate step in for Marc Cucurella after his exit from the club this summer, giving the club another option at left-back or in the defensive midfield. Jorrel Hato looks to be their starter at left-back at the moment, although that should change after the addition of Barco, just adding to the young and deep defense the Blues have.

AUGUST 2 • ROTOWIRE

Why Did Xabi Alonso's Chelsea Sign Veteran Danny Welbeck? The 35-year-old striker was officially unveiled on Saturday as Chelsea's newest signing for the 2026-27 campaign. Here's everything you need...

AUGUST 1 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Former England striker Welbeck joins Chelsea from Brighton

Chelsea has continued its off-season recruitment drive by signing former England international Danny Welbeck from Premier League rival Brighton

AUGUST 1 • Associated Press

Danny Welbeck - Completes Chelsea move Welbeck has signed a two-year deal with Chelsea after leaving Brighton, the team announced Saturday.

Impact Welbeck will arrive in his new team with plenty of experience, including 42 international appearances and 16 goals scored for England throughout his career. The forward is coming off a solid campaign at Brighton, where he recorded 13 goals and one assist across 37 Premier League matches (26 starts) during the 2025/26 season. He'll offer a reliable threat both in and outside the box, but he'll need to earn a spot in Chelsea's rotation, with Joao Pedro currently set to lead the front line next season.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

"Time to pack your bags", "This guy is a massive liability" - Chelsea fans slam star player after 2-1 loss to Tottenham Chelsea fans on social media have called out Tosin Adarabioyo following their 2-1 loss to Tottenham Hotspur in a pre-season friendly match on Saturday, August 1.

AUGUST 1 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Chelsea vs. Tottenham score today: Preseason friendly result as Premier League London rivals clash | Sporting News Two London rivals meet in a preseason showdown in Sydney.

AUGUST 1 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Richarlison strikes late to sink Xabi Alonso's Chelsea as ten-man Tottenham claim pre-season bragging rights in Sydney

Tottenham secured a dramatic 2-1 pre-season victory over London rivals Chelsea at Accor Stadium despite playing almost the entire second hal...

AUGUST 1 • goal

Richarlison strikes late to sink Xabi Alonso's Chelsea as ten-man Tottenham claim pre-season bragging rights in Sydney

Inter Milan beat Chelsea and Arsenal to agree €40 million deal for Premier League star - Reports Italian side Inter Milan are reportedly set to beat Premier League giants Chelsea and Arsenal to the signature of Tottenham Hotspur star Cristian Romero.

AUGUST 1 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

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Chelsea lands veteran Jordan Henderson on 2-year deal after Brentford exit

A Blues Surprise: Veteran Striker Danny Welbeck Joins Chelsea

Former England striker Welbeck joins Chelsea from Brighton

Richarlison strikes late to sink Xabi Alonso's Chelsea as ten-man Tottenham claim pre-season bragging rights in Sydney