THREE Centre-Backs Who Could Replace David Luiz For Chelsea

Chelsea are a team who have been left with a sour taste in their mouth after the 2013/14 season ended trophyless for them, despite the return of 'The Special One'. Jose Mourinho is now more determined than ever to win a trophy and he is eyeing the big one: the Premier League title. So far the Portuguese manager has made some big steps in his pursuit of Premier League glory next season, as he has bought Diego Costa and Cesc Fabregas. These are two great signings who will vastly improve Chelsea's attack. However, the club have also sold David Luiz, weakening their defence.

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Chelsea Step In On Kroos' Real Madrid Move - Why The Midfielder Could End Up At Stamford Bridge

Having previously been a target for Manchester United, Toni Kroos now looks set to be the subject of a tug-of-war between Real Madrid and Chelsea.  With the Blues reportedly matching last season’s Champions League winners’ offer, where the player ends up could depend on his own preference.

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Blues Let Eto'o Go Too Soon - Why Chelsea Should Have Kept Hold Of Cameroon Striker

The Blues' search for a striker to complement Diego Costa is slowly grinding to a halt as they look set to stick with Demba Ba and Fernando Torres. Both are decent options, as Chelsea need to have depth to compete on all fronts. Both have also shown themselves to be consistent goalscorers, it hasn't really happened for them at Chelsea. They have chipped in with some key goals, but nothing substantial to warrant a stay ahead of someone like Samuel Eto'o.

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Chelsea Will Struggle To Keep Three Goalkeepers Happy - Why Jose Mourinho Has A Big Decision To Make

With Thibaut Courtois seemingly returning to Stamford Bridge for good after three years on loan at Atletico Madrid, Chelsea look set to have two world class goalkeepers competing for a place in the team.  Petr Cech is the man the Belgium international would have to displace, with veteran Mark Schwarzer no slouch either despite his role as back-up.  The London Evening Standard have reported that the situation means Chelsea’s Czech stopper may have to consider his options.

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Anfield A Possible Destination For Blues Defender - Why The Chelsea Man Must Move On

As Ashley Cole departs and Chelsea’s pursuit of Atletico Madrid’ Filipe Luis heats up, there remains one left-back at Stamford Bridge who must be feeling pretty unloved.  Having spent the second half of last season on loan at Aston Villa, Ryan Bertrand recently returned to his parent club with a much better chance of getting a game.  It seems, however, that he is not the man Jose Mourinho wants.

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Chelsea Eye Atletico Madrid Defender - Why He Is The Perfect Replacement For Departing Blues Legend

When you think of all the business Chelsea have done this summer, it is clear that their intentions are to seriously challenge for the Premier League title as well trying to repeat their Champions League heroics of 2012. They want to compete on all fronts and are assembling a squad big enough to do so. Cesc Fabregas has already joined the Blues, Diego Costa is all but confirmed and Tiago looks likely as well.

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Lampard Set To Travel The Globe After Chelsea Exit - How The Midfielder Is About To Achieve Something Special

Having just left Chelsea after 13 successful years at Stamford Bridge, Frank Lampard is set for pastures new abroad.  Rumours are circulating, though, that next season will see the midfielder playing in not one but two countries.

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Blues Eye Sporting Lisbon Midfielder - Why The Chance To Sign Him Is Too Good For Chelsea To Pass Up

Chelsea have a great selection of midfielders at the club who can all put in a shift when required to. They can call on any of Nemanja Matic, Ramires, Marco van Ginkel, John Obi Mikel, Oscar and now Cesc Fabregas. All have varied strengths and weaknesses, but all complement each other in one way or another. It is hard to see where improvements need to be made, especially as Fabregas has added that world class talent to the midfield.

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Chelsea Continue To Be Linked With Juventus Midfielder - Why He Could Move To Stamford Bridge

Having taken the decision to leave Manchester United in 2012, Paul Pogba is now one of the most sought after midfielders in Europe.  Less than a year after switching to Juventus the player made his debut for his country, with the France international currently representing Les Bleus at the World Cup in Brazil.

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Young Portugal Star Linked With Stamford Bridge Move - Why Chelsea Should Sign Him

With the departures of David Luiz and Frank Lampard, Chelsea may be feeling a little bit short when it comes to central midfielders.  That could explain why their Portuguese manager is believed to be looking at signing compatriot William Carvalho.

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Nigerian Forward Could Leave The Blues - Why Victor Moses Is Not Good Enough For Chelsea

It is all quiet on the Chelsea front in terms of transfer rumours. There is the odd article here and there, but nothing like it was when Cesc Fabregas joined or when rumours of Diego Costa picked up. They have been linked with Paul Pogba in recent days, but that turned out to be speculative journalism after the Football Manager saga the player got himself involved in. When discussing transfers away from the club, things have been very quiet. There is really just Romelu Lukaku occupying those reports.

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Mourinho Considers Striking Options - Why Chelsea May Miss Out On One Target

With Diego Costa widely believed to be about to sign for Chelsea, there is talk of another striker being lined up to accompany him in the Blues’ frontline.  According to the Express, however, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang will not be that man.

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Another Summer Of Change For The Red Devils - Why Louis Van Gaal Will Restore Order At Manchester United

After what can only be described as a horrific campaign for Manchester United last season, there is now fresh optimism after the club introduced Louis van Gaal as the new manager for next season. He is currently managing the Netherlands at the World Cup and will have full attention on his new job after the tournament is over. What will he bring to United?

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Chelsea Linked With Emenike - Why He Isn't What They Need

Chelsea have all but confirmed the signing of Diego Costa from Atletico Madrid. This adds to the two strikers they already have at the club in the shape of Demba Ba and Fernando Torres. Some might say that is a fantastic amount of depth, as all have proved they are capable of scoring goals on a regular occasion. The slightly more sceptical will argue that Ba and Torres have been out-of-form for a couple of seasons and should be sold to make funds for someone who is firing right now.

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Lukaku Struggles To Make An Impact At World Cup - What This Means For The Striker's Future

With two lacklustre performances by young Belgium and Chelsea forward Romelu Lukaku at this year’s World Cup, could his Chelsea career be over before it even really began? This World Cup was a chance for Lukaku to show the world what he can do and possibly cement his place in the Chelsea team next season. This was a particularly good opporunity for him due to the fact that Belgium’s other main striker, Christian Benteke, was ruled out of the tournament with an injury.

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