Chelsea: August 2008 - news archive

Chelsea 1-1 Tottenham Hotspur

Darren Bent's late first half strike earned Tottenham a surprise point against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Robinho's Chelsea plea

ChelseaReal Madrid ace Robinho has reaffirmed his desire to move to Chelsea at a news conference in the Spanish capital.

Final push for Robinho

ChelseaReal Madrid ace Robinho is expected to reaffirm his desire to move to Chelsea at a news conference later in the Spanish capital.

Chelsea talks continuing - Robinho

ChelseaBrazil ace Robinho claims talks are ongoing with Chelsea over a transfer despite Real Madrid's reluctance to sell him.

Blues handed Prem Cup test

ChelseaChelsea have been drawn to face Premier League rivals Portsmouth in the tie of the Carling Cup third round.

Scolari waits on Robinho

ChelseaChelsea manager Luiz Felipe Scolari says he is in the dark over whether Robinho will sign for the Blues before Monday.

Robinho deals looks doomed

ChelseaChelsea's hopes of signing Robinho are hanging in the balance after the player trained with Real Madrid on Friday morning.

Chelsea set to face Roma

ChelseaChelsea have been drawn in Group A alongside Italian side Roma and French club Bordeaux.

Chelsea to complete capture

ChelseaChelsea are hoping to complete the signing of Real Madrid forward Robinho in time for this weekend's game against Tottenham.

SWP close to City deal

ChelseaMancester City are closing in on the signing of Chelsea winger Shaun Wright-Phillips after the player opted to leave Stamford Bridge.

Blues confirm Robinho switch

ChelseaChelsea will complete the signing of Robinho in the next 48 hours, according to Blues chief executive Peter Kenyon.

SWP snubs rival duo

ChelseaShaun Wright-Phillips in not interested in re-joining Manchester City or signing for Everton, his agent Wayne Lindsay has confirmed.

Kaka rules out Blues switch

ChelseaAC Milan playmaker Kaka says he is happy at the San Siro and has no plans to switch to Chelsea or anywhere else.

Robinho to sign this week

ChelseaRobinho is closing in on a move to Chelsea and will arrive in London later this week to undergo a medical and agree personal terms.

Blues ace linked with £10m switch

ChelseaManchester City are being linked with a sensational £10million move to take former star Shaun Wright-Phillips back to Eastlands

Shev - "I've won the Champions League"

NewsAndriy Shevchenko says moving back to AC Milan is like "winning the Champions League".

Schuster pleads with Robinho

ChelseaCoach Bernd Schuster has told Robinho to ignore interest from suitors Chelsea and stay with Real Madrid "for a long time".

Wigan Athletic 0-1 Chelsea

Portugal star Deco secured another three points for Chelsea with a stunning free kick against Wigan Athletic at the JJB Stadium.

Shev off as Blues flash cash

ChelseaChelsea have confirmed Andriy Shevchenko is set to return to Milan as the Blues eye a reported £100m double deal for Robinho and Kaka.

Shevchenko set for Milan

ChelseaAndriy Shevchenko is set to end his Chelsea hell by returning to AC Milan after the two clubs agreed a deal.

Scolari baffled by boo-boys

ChelseaChelsea manager Luiz Felipe Scolari has told star midfielder Frank Lampard to ignore the England boo-boys.

Scolari open to Wright-Phillips move

ChelseaLuiz Felipe Scolari has said he will have no problem if Chelsea decide to sell Shaun Wright-Phillips to suitors Portsmouth.

Real relent to Robinho

ChelseaReal Madrid have relented and given Robinho the green light to complete his transfer to Premier League title-chasers Chelsea.

Samba ace 'dreams' of Blues switch

ChelseaRobinho says he is determined to play for Chelsea this season and hopes that Real Madrid will allow him to join the Blues.

Roma now in for Sheva

ChelseaAS Roma are now being linked with a move for Andriy Shevchenko after a proposed loan move to AC Milan fell through.

Shevchenko ready to return

ChelseaBig-money flop Andriy Shevchenko could end his Chelsea hell today by rejoining AC Milan on an initial one-year loan deal.

Real name Robinho price

ChelseaRobinho's agent Wagner Riberio has performed a U-turn by revealing his client could yet join Chelsea before August 31.

Blues fail in samba star chase

ChelseaChelsea target Robinho will not be making the move from Real Madrid to Chelsea this summer, according to his frustrated agent.

Terry handed Three Lions warning

ChelseaFabio Capello confirmed Chelsea's John Terry as his permanent England captain but warned him his first team place is not guaranteed.

Milan swoop in the balance

ChelseaBranislav Ivanovic looks set to join AC Milan but the deal is on hold until Chelsea find a suitable replacement.

SWP linked with Pompey

ChelseaChelsea winger Shaun Wright-Phillips has again been linked with a move to Portsmouth this summer with a season-long loan deal mooted.

Cech fulfilling a dream

ChelseaCzech Republic goalkeeper Petr Cech says he will fulfill a childhood dream when playing against England at Wembley this week.

Milan step up defender bid

ChelseaAC Milan say they will not give up with their attempts to sign Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic.

Robinho hunt over for Blues

ChelseaRamon Calderon claims Robinho is 'absolutely certain' to remain at Real Madrid beyond this month, despite interest from Chelsea.

Chelsea 4-0 Portsmouth

Chelsea fired an early season warning to their title rivals with an impressive 4-0 win against Portsmouth at Stamford Bridge.

Robinho in Madrid truce claims

ChelseaChelsea target Robinho has reportedly made peace with Real Madrid and could be involved in Sunday's Supercopa tie against Valencia.

Samba star's agent hopeful of Blues deal

ChelseaReal Madrid star Robinho's agent has confirmed the player may still sign for Chelsea this summer after confirming a £25million offer.

Blues hail Mutu compensation decision

ChelseaChelsea are delighted after FIFA ordered former star Adrian Mutu to pay the club £13.68m in compensation after his sacking for drugs.

Blues ace reveals long-term deal reasons

ChelseaFrank Lampard says he signed a new five-year deal at Chelsea because it was the best decision for 'myself, my family and my football'.

Blues to make duo wait on deal talks

ChelseaChief executive Peter Kenyon has confirmed Chelsea will wait a year before opening contract talks with Didier Drogba and Joe Cole.

Lamps agrees new five-year deal

ChelseaFrank Lampard has ended speculation about his future by signing a new five-year contract extension with Chelsea.

United cannot get higher - Terry

ChelseaSkipper John Terry believes Manchester United cannot get any better than last season, but feels Chelsea are capable of improvement.

Blues set for one last striker push

ChelseaLuiz Felipe Scolari will reportedly make one more final bid of £25million to take Real Madrid star Robinho to Chelsea.

Ballack eyes double glory

ChelseaMichael Ballack says Chelsea are looking in good shape and he is targeting glory in both the Premiership and Champions League.

Reds enter Cole race

ChelseaLiverpool are reported to have entered the running to sign Joe Cole, who wants assurances over his future at Chelsea.

Rivals line up shock Cole swoop

ChelseaAston Villa boss Martin O'Neill is reported to be lining up an ambitious £15million swoop for Chelsea star Joe Cole.

Duo target Blues striker

ChelseaHull have opened talks with Chelsea over striker Claudio Pizarro who is also reportedly a loan target for Stoke.

Kaka keen on Chelsea deal

ChelseaChelsea are reportedly in talks with AC Milan over a deal to bring Brazilian superstar Kaka to Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea defender shunned by AC

ChelseaAC Milan head coach Carlo Ancelotti has ruled out making a move for Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic.

Real reject Chelsea approach

ChelseaChelsea target Robinho is to stay in Madrid after Real Madrid President Ramon Calderon told Chelsea the player is not for sale.

Blues wait on Robinho swoop

ChelseaThe agent of Robinho has confirmed that Chelsea have made a bid for the player but fears a deal still may not go through.

Chelsea wait for Real answer

ChelseaChelsea are believed to have made a bid of £19.7million for Real Madrid winger Robinho, who is said to be keen on the move.

Italians target £12m swoop

ChelseaChelsea winger Florent Malouda could be on his way to Italian giants Roma before the start of the new season, according to reports.

Robinho reveals move talks