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Raheem Sterling made his first Chelsea appearance vs Charlotte FC after signing from Manchester City.

Operating primarily from the left of the attack, Sterling was a constant thorn in Charlotte’s side with his speed and directness, something his new manager touched on during the post-match press conference. One man who did manage to find the back of the net in the shootout for Chelsea was Raheem Sterling and all in all, the £45 million signing from Manchester City was pretty impressive on debut. In the end, it was Conor Gallagher’s dreadful spot kick that allowed the hosts to secure a 5-3 victory in football’s equivalent of the lottery draw.

Chelsea were beaten on penalties in the latest game of their US tour, falling to Charlotte FC after failing to put the game to bed following Christian ...

“But it is never important what the manager has in his head before pre-season, it’s the reality that counts. “This is what happens if you keep opponents alive, if you keep belief alive, if you keep the stadium alive. Our movement with the ball was not balanced enough to escape the pressure.

The focus in Chelsea's first preseason match over the weekend was purely on fitness, to get the legs moving in a semi-competitive match setting.

This was simply not good enough for the effort and quality we showed in the first 80 metres of the pitch and the amount of space we had, and the number of attacks we created, there were not enough clear chances and deliveries in the last 20 metres. “[It] doesn’t matter what I have in my mind, the only thing that matters is what I see on the pitch. “Second half, it took us half an hour to show some quality and then it was maybe for ten minutes, so it was not good at all. The last 20 metres of the pitch were not good enough, even in the first half. And while it was a bit better in the first-half, that performance was quite incomplete as well. That focus has started to shift a bit towards the tactical for yesterday’s game, our second friendly of the summer.

Conor Gallagher is back at Chelsea but he certainly won't be on penalty duty next season after taking a dreadful penalty against MLS side Charlotte FC.

Whatever. It's reality that counts, and every day in training and matches like these count. "So, it doesn't matter what I have in my mind. Next up for the Blues is a match with Arsenal in the Florida Cup, on Sunday, and if it goes to penalties there's one young English midfielder who might not be asked to step up this time... All that matters what we see on the pitch. From there we go." The midfielder, who was on loan at Crystal Palace last season, impressed in the team's first pre season game against Club America but his spot kick was not in keeping with his form.

The England international fluffed his lines in a shootout against the MLS expansion side which resulted in the Premier League heavyweights suffering a shock ...

They will hope that victory over Chelsea inspires them to complete a play-off push in the MLS Eastern Conference, as they currently sit just outside of that pack in eighth place, while the Blues will be back in action on Saturday when facing London rivals Arsenal at Camping World Stadium in Orlando. The Blues took the lead at Bank of America Stadium through USMNT star Christian Pulisic, but saw Daniel Rios restore parity from the spot in the 92nd minute, leading to a test of nerve from 12 yards – with Gallagher scuffing a tame effort straight down the middle. Conor Gallagher is desperate to prove his worth at Chelsea after returning to Stamford Bridge from a loan spell at Crystal Palace - but he endured a game to forget against Charlotte FC after getting an attempted Panenka penalty all wrong.

Chelsea are kidding themselves if they think a new forward isn't a must, Thomas Tuchel needs midfield steel - and to sell deadwood... FIVE THINGS WE LEARNED ...

Think of the money that those sort of players could accumulate in the transfer window and the replacements that could be bought - Jules Kounde and a striker to begin with. Mateo Kovacic and Jorginho are also competent options. Everybody knows that a big squad is required in the modern game - and the return of five substitutes in the Premier League this season will require greater depth - but still, Chelsea are carrying far too many passengers. There are plenty of players in the squad who have only ever shown flashes of their brilliance and who, in the depths of a brutal campaign, will not get regular game-time. Chelsea fans finally got a glimpse of the front three that they can expect to lead their team into the new season - unless they dramatically sign a new striker in the coming weeks. Tuchel opted to play Havertz as a central striker in the second half in North Carolina with England duo Sterling and Mount flanking him. Think back to last season's pair of domestic cup final defeats against Liverpool and the way Chelsea wilted in the glare of a penalty shootout would not have happened in previous teams. The same goes for both Ruben Loftus-Cheek and Ross Barkley. Both have been at the club for years but neither have ever had a constant run in the side. They are tidy in possession but neither possesses the desire to carry out the dirty work that midfielders must do - especially when they play as a pair. Chelsea urgently need defenders and a new striker so it seems central midfield is way down the list of priorities for Tuchel and new owner Todd Boehly. Kai Havertz was the lone Chelsea forward in the second half but is not a natural goal scorer It seems pretty obvious that when Chelsea allowed Romelu Lukaku to return to Inter Milan on loan that they should have been prioritising the signing of a new No 9.

Charlotte FC defeated Chelsea in a penalty shootout to settle a 1-1 score in regulation in front of 52673 fans at Bank of America Stadium.

Charlotte, N.C. — Charlotte FC defeated Chelsea in a penalty shootout to settle a 1-1 score in regulation in front of 52,673 fans at Bank of America Stadium. Charlotte FC dramatically tied the game at 1-1 when Daniel Rios scored in the second minute of stoppage time. Charlotte FC defeats Chelsea in front of more than 50,000 fans at Bank of America Stadium

Conor Gallagher is bidding to earn a starting spot in Thomas Tuchel's side this season but has been left ruing his luck after Chelsea were beaten on ...

"He made a huge step in his development in this year and became a player for England, and we can see this clearly in training. Speaking after Gallagher's first performance under his management against Club America, Tuchel said: "He trains at a very high level and we can clearly see that it was the right decision to let him go on loan. "I count on the fact that as [players like Gallagher] become more experienced, they maybe become calmer and adapt more and more. Second half, it took us half an hour to show some quality and then it was maybe for ten minutes, so it was not good at all. Boss Tuchel was angered by elements of his side's performance during the match and made his feelings known after the final whistle. But Gallagher was the only unfortunate soul to miss his spot kick, attempting a Jenas-like Panenka, but getting it all wrong.

Chelsea fell to defeat in their second friendly of the summer as Charlotte FC earned a win via penalties.

That's what we are so sure, and that's why it was like for us top of the list." The introduction of his leadership was expected but Sterling has also proposed a level for Callum Hudson-Odoi to reach. The main point is his intensity and the amount of repetition of intensity that he delivers. It's exactly what we need to raise the level of our players, that they understand what is needed. The Chelsea boss was not happy with the lack of quality produced by his side, particularly in the second period. Tuchel said: "Second half, it took us half an hour to show some quality and then it was maybe for ten minutes, so it was not good at all.

Chelsea Transfer News: The Blues have been linked with a move for Adrien Rabiot recently and Arsenal could stifle Thomas Tuchel's hopes of wrapping up a ...

He wrote: "In agreement with the club and for personal reasons, I will stay in Italy to finish my physical training." Amid the routine commotion of a summer transfer window, Rabiot has confirmed that he won't be joining Juventus on their pre-season tour of the United States due to 'personal reasons'. Arsenal could hand Chelsea a devastating blow in the summer transfer window this summer, with Mikel Arteta seemingly in a position to stifle Thomas Tuchel's Declan Rice backup plan.

Chelsea are locked in discussions with Jules Kounde as the Stamford Bridge outfit looks to beat Barcelona to the central defender's signature, according to ...

Romano told GIVEMESPORT: “They are discussing with the player, but Kounde is also speaking to Barcelona, so it is another battle with them after the Raphinha situation. Romano understands that Chelsea are holding talks with Kounde as they look to get the deal over the line as soon as possible. The Blues have already been frustrated by the La Liga giants after seeing Raphinha opt to head to the Nou Camp despite already agreeing a fee with Leeds United, so they are looking to avoid a repeat of that failed swoop.

Chelsea Transfer News: Timo Werner has been heavily linked with an exit from Stamford Bridge for some time now and Thomas Tuchel has spoken on the striker's ...

I would be very happy as a young guy having a contract at Chelsea Football Club. I would be one of the happiest people on the planet." In pre-season, you can show that you want to play, that you are a guy who wants to be in the starting eleven. Speaking to football.london, following the west Londoners' 1-1 draw with Charlotte, Tuchel explained why Werner was not in the squad. It is not different to last season, and it was the same when Romelu came. "The manager always has different ideas, different thoughts and what you need in different games. "I could be happy everywhere," Werner said.

Jules Kounde is set to leave Sevilla this summer and has been linked with Chelsea over the last 12 months.

Kounde was widely expected to be Chelsea's first signing of the summer having made early progress over a deal. The Blues were said to be confident of agreeing a deal with Sevilla, though reports suggest that Barcelona have not given up hope. football.london understands that Chelsea made good progress over a deal with the Spanish side earlier this week with a deal worth £55 million, including add-ons, close to being agreed.

Chelsea have reportedly marked RB Leipzig defender Josko Gvardiol as their primary target to replace Cesar Azpilicueta, should he depart for Barcelona.

Staying with Leicester, the Daily Mail says the club have rejected a £15 million bid from Monaco for midfielder Boubakary Soumare as they hold on to a higher price for the 23-year-old. Leicester may consider offers for England midfielder James Maddison, according to The Telegraph. The Foxes are yet to make a signing this summer as they look to sell before they buy, with forward Kelechi Iheanacho and full-back Timothy Castagne also reportedly on the chopping block. The Daily Mail reports Nottingham Forest are weighing up a move for Watford forward Emmanuel Dennis. The 24-year-old is valued at around £25 million, with Everton and Villarreal also believed to be interested.

Thomas Tuchel has hit back at Timo Werner after the Chelsea star hinted he wasn't completely happy at the club due to his lack of game time.

I would be one of the happiest people on the planet having a contract with Chelsea. If he said this, I do not understand.” It is not different to last season, it was the same when Romelu came. “In many games I was not in his thoughts so I try to change that.

Frenkie de Jong can have a similar impact at Chelsea to Thiago Alcantara at Liverpool, according to former Arsenal midfielder Stewart Robson.

Thiago was a different type of midfielder to what Jurgen Klopp usually targeted in the transfer market. "They wanted a slightly different player who could open up defences and spread the play. In my mind I don't get that De Jong's a Chelsea player. Chelsea could rival Manchester United in the race for Frenkie de Jong's signature. Chelsea are also interested in the player and have the added incentive of Champions League football to offer. Nicol said: "Listen, Frenkie de Jong is a great player.

It looks like Jules Kounde's transfer to Chelsea could be completed as early as today according to reports from Spain.

- Thomas Tuchel Refuses To 'Point The Finger' At Ruben Loftus-Cheek And N'Golo Kante Hopefully Chelsea can get this deal over the line so Thomas Tuchel and his coaching staff can start figuring out how to implement the Frenchman into their team for the next campaign. Another report also claimed that Chelsea offered double the salary that Barcelona were willing to offer the 23-year-old, a figure that would mean Kounde will be the Blues' top earner.

Chelsea might need to appoint a new captain next season and Raheem Sterling has been tipped for the role.

Raheem Sterling will be an incredible addition to the Chelsea squad - there is absolutely no doubt about it. He is diligent in his play and shows leadership qualities on the pitch. Terry, Ashley Cole and Frank Lampard have all already backed Mount to become captain. With Cesar Azpilicueta supposedly on his way out, Thomas Tuchel has a decision to make. You hear young players all the time talking about how Raheem Sterling did this and how he helped them with that. You can’t build your team around someone who might be leaving at the end of the season.

Chelsea News: Conor Gallagher will not want to watch back his failed penalty trick against Charlotte FC.

Raheem Sterling, who stepped up next, made no mistake from the spot, though Charlotte FC scored their fifth and final penalty. But, the 22-year-old fluffed his lines after attempting a 'Panenka' penalty. Kai Havertz and Ben Chilwell found no issue with scoring Chelsea's first two penalties - and neither did the American outfit.

That is exactly what he is going to get coming into Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea side next season. The Blues aren't on the level of Manchester City or Liverpool at ...

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Chelsea and Sevilla are on the same page when it comes to the transfer of Jules Kounde. The Blues desperately want him and the Spanish side want to sell him as ...

This has promoted claims that Chelsea are 'confident' that they can complete the deal for Kounde in the coming days. Unfortunately for the Spanish side, it has been reported that Todd Boehly has offered Kounde €12-13million a year, double what Barcelona are willing to offer him. Chelsea and Sevilla are on the same page when it comes to the transfer of Jules Kounde.

Chelsea continued their pre-season tour of the United States with a draw versus MLS side Charlotte FC, before losing on penalties in an important warm-up ...

The last game in the States should be a good one." I was able to spend some time in the summer and now to meet up with the team in the States was great for me. I'm looking forward to continuing to grind and get better."

Chelsea are close to agreeing £55m fee for the Sevilla defender, but Barça are hoping to fund a bid by selling off a stake in their merchandising arm.

Chelsea missed out on Nathan Aké after Manchester City decided not to sell the Netherlands defender, and they were also frustrated in their attempts to strengthen their attack when Barça won the race to sign Raphinha from Leeds. However, others have questioned whether Barça have the funds available after signing Robert Lewandowski from Bayern Munich. Thomas Tuchel needs to strengthen his defence after losing Antonio Rüdiger and Andreas Christensen on free transfers.

Roma striker Tammy Abraham celebrates after their UEFA Conference League victory over Feyenoord at Arena Kombetare. Michael Lee; 21st July 2022. Chelsea have ...

“It was time for me to venture out and see if I can get some games under my belt and see where that takes me. It wasn’t an easy decision at all.” Chalobah joined Chelsea as a 10-year-old and made 15 appearances for the club in 2016-17 as the Blues won the Premier League title. But Tuchel sold the defender to Crystal Palace in 2021 for a fee of £18million and could only watch in anguish as Guehi became one of the signings of the season, while also making his England debut in March 2022. Despite becoming a mainstay of the Chelsea defence, Christensen decided to leave the club at the end of the 2021-22 season and joined Barcelona on a free transfer. Chelsea sold the defender to Brighton in 2020 where Lamptey has continued his progression into a fine Premier League player and always seems to have a smile on his face.

Raheem Sterling said he was intrigued by the football project at Chelsea, and his curiosity helped lead him to Stamford Bridge this summer.

"I was certain that this is a place I want to be. "The club's already got that winning mentality but to keep doing it every single year and keep winning more and more trophies and building on the previous season, I think that's what top managers like Thomas [Tuchel] do. I just think it's the perfect platform for me.

Two days after making FIFA history, Chelsea Women's star Sam Kerr has picked up yet another award on the back of a phenomenal campaign for the Blues.

From playing as a kid, to being in the game and now on the global cover! Kerr took to Instagram after the news had broken and said: "One of your FIFA23 cover stars. The Australia captain became the first female footballer to appear on the cover of EA Sports FIFA video game, in a ground-breaking season for the platform which will be featuring women's teams for the first time since it's creation.

Good morning and welcome to the football.london's live blog for all of today's Chelsea transfer news and updates from Thomas Tuchel's friendly against ...

According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea are feeling confident that a £55m bid is in line with Sevilla's demands. Just as the Blues looked to have made their decisive move in a year long game of chess, the board gets given another shake up and things could leave their hands once more. However, the Todd Boehly-Clearlake ownership model promises to be different. Arsenal could hand Chelsea a devastating blow in the summer transfer window this summer, with Mikel Arteta seemingly in a position to stifle Thomas Tuchel's Declan Rice backup plan. football.london understands that the west Londoners are readying a bid for the 23-year-old, which will be submitted this week. Jules Kounde has been left out of Sevilla's 31-man squad to travel to Portugal for their second training camp of the summer. Thomas Tuchel on Chelsea's second-half performance: "It took us half an hour to show some quality and then it was maybe for ten minutes, so it was not good at all. And, Pavard, whose contract at the Allianz Arena expires in two years, is said to be in the Blues' sights. Werner, who sees his contract at the club expire in 2025, has featured 37 times for the Blues in Premier League since Tuchel took over from Frank Lampard, directly contributing towards just eleven goals. The Chelsea boss was not happy with the lack of quality produced by his side, particularly in the second period. Heading into today it appears vital that Todd Boehly moves quickly to secure a deal for the Frenchman as Barcelona's unpredictable financial tales keep the Blues on their feet once more. Broja, who sees his contract at Stamford Bridge expire in 2026 after signing a new long-term deal last summer, featured 38 times for the Saints, directly contributing toward ten goals.

The Blues are trapped at third place in the Premier League. There is so little competition above or below them that something drastic needs to be done to ...

The only signings on the cards so far are defenders being used to fix the hole bore in the back of the team from the departures of Andreas Christensen and Antonio Rudiger. They aren't going to change the club's trajectory. The main issue is that Sterling is not Hazard, they are not nearly the same player, and though the Englishman will likely be a major asset to the outfit, the current Chelsea star hasn't had a talisman to push them on and challenge the top two spots in the league.

Chelsea have had a verbal agreement with Kounde since June. He has been admired by Tuchel for some time, having been linked with the Blues in last summer's transfer window. Chelsea have signed ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. "Kalidou (Koulibaly) knows Mendy from the national team and Jorginho was a big help from Napoli to make the process of integration faster. We will make a decision together, the owner, me and the player. Unfortunately he got injured and there is now a lot of interest in him. Raheem knows the habits of English clubs and has English team-mates here. It's the dream of every manager to find players from your own league who can adapt so easily.

Chelsea want to address another key area after they sign two more centre-backs, claims transfer insider Dean Jones.

Speaking to GMS, the transfer insider said: “I think that they’re still trying to push ahead with it. They want two centre-backs and they still want, ideally, a wing-back, so they’re still in the same situation that we knew they were in.” Jones has told GIVEMESPORT that Chelsea want two more centre-halves and a wing-back before the window closes.

Jules Kounde is holding out for a move to Barcelona despite Chelsea reaching an agreement with Sevilla over a deal to sign him, according to reports.

But Kounde travelling with the team is not what Chelsea wanted. After struggling in their negotiations with Sevilla in 2021, Chelsea now have a ‘verbal agreement in place’ and are in ‘advanced talks’ to ‘finalise’ the transfer. Jules Kounde is holding out for a move to Barcelona despite Chelsea reaching an agreement with Sevilla over a deal to sign him, according to reports.

ESPN pundit Stewart Robson claims Sevilla defender Jules Kounde would be a superb signing for Chelsea this summer. France international Kounde, 23, ...

However, the 32-year-old’s linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge. He’s quick. “He’s got a good spring.

After 48 hours of rampant speculation, uncertainty and confusion, the Jules Kounde saga appears to be nearing a conclusion, with Chelsea emerging as the ...

The Premier League giants have tabled an offer too good to refuse, not just for Sevilla but for Kounde as well. Such a lucrative offer put Barcelona in the back seat, paving the way for Chelsea to take the lead. However, Barcelona had played a key role in convincing Kounde to revert his decision to not train with the Sevilla team in Portugal. The defender informed the club of his desire to train, which fueled speculation of a late intervention from the Catalans, yet again.

All your latest Chelsea morning headlines on Friday with updates on Leroy Sane, Benjamin Pavard and Timo Werner.

He answered: "Show quality, take your place and defend your place. I would be very happy as a young guy having a contract at Chelsea Football Club. I would be one of the happiest people on the planet." "Hamstring problems and we didn't take the risk," the Chelsea boss said before being asked whether he had seen Werner's aforementioned comments regarding his future. football.london understands that the west Londoners are readying a bid for the 23-year-old, which will be submitted this week. "I think that Bayern Munich will give him the season to prove himself. Promoted Stories

Interest from Chelsea in Sevilla defender Jules Kounde has intensified to the point that GOAL has learned that the France international defender is now ...

A switch to west London is considered to be the most likely outcome at this stage, but reports in Spain continue to suggest that Barcelona may make a late play for Kounde as they look to further bolster their defensive unit. Kounde is willing to listen to what Chelsea have to say and is looking into the possibility of unpacking his belongings at a house that Lukaku last occupied. Interest from Chelsea in Sevilla defender Jules Kounde has intensified to the point that GOAL has learned that the France international defender is now exploring the possibility of moving into the house recently left vacant by Romelu Lukaku following his loan move back to Inter.

Thomas Tuchel wants another central defender this summer after signing Kalidou Koulibaly from Napoli; total agreement for Jules Kounde not yet reached but ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. "Kalidou (Koulibaly) knows Mendy from the national team and Jorginho was a big help from Napoli to make the process of integration faster. We will make a decision together, the owner, me and the player. Unfortunately he got injured and there is now a lot of interest in him. Raheem knows the habits of English clubs and has English team-mates here. It's the dream of every manager to find players from your own league who can adapt so easily.

Cristiano Ronaldo has clarified his proposed move to Atletico Madrid is based purely on playing in the Champions League, rather than how much he will be ...

Aaron Ramsey is set to be left out of Juventus' pre-season tour to the US as he moves closer to the exit door. Jesse Lingard has been offered a lucrative deal approaching £200,000 per week by Nottingham Forest as they hope to beat West Ham to the signature of the England midfielder, whose representatives want a multi-million-pound fee for finding his next club. Jesse Lingard has been offered an initial two-year deal by Nottingham Forest as they hope to beat West Ham to the signature of the England midfielder. Frenkie de Jong has no interest in joining Manchester United because he dislikes the city and believes the club is run erratically, a new report in Spain has claimed. Nottingham Forest are set to sign Jesse Lingard, as the ex-Manchester United player is due for a medical to seal a shock transfer. Plus: Frenkie de Jong has no interest in joining Manchester United because he dislikes the city and believes the club is run erratically; Tottenham have reportedly offered Sergio Reguilon to Barcelona on loan

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Both Armando Broja and Levi Colwill could leave the club permanently this summer if they don't see a clear pathway to regular first team action. Promoted Stories Promoted Stories

Thomas Tuchel is prioritising defensive recruits after completing a deal for Raheem Sterling with Kimpembe emerging as a top target in recent weeks. What is the ...

Romano told GIVEMESPORT: “Their conditions, so €65 million and not the €50 million as Chelsea wants. Kounde and Kimpembe appear to be the two players most coveted by Tuchel this summer as he looks to plug some significant gaps at the back and make a fast start under the new ownership. So it’s the organisation to be discussed in the coming days.