Let's be real though..., we can't just rely on 11 players. We need strength in depth. We need 15-16 starters. We can't let our bench be dross, otherwise, what is the point? You have to take into account likely injuries and suspensions.
Mateus Fernades from a relegated Westham went for £85m
Elliot Anderson from Forest that finished 16th went for £116m
But we cannot sign Morgan Rogers for £117m from a club that finished top 4 and won Europa League. Lmaoo
I beg Estevão..., please do not bulk up.
You have pace and technical ability. Bulk up, and you will lose that pace and become even more injury prone.
Has happened to many players. Adama Traore and even our own Reece James are prime examples of that.
When Estevão said he had been working really hard, he meant it. Levi Colwill and Lavia couldn’t believe how easily and quickly he lifted the weight and then he went on to do another . 💪🔥
🚨🚨NEW: Joe Cole says that Chelsea will win the Premier League next season:
"I genuinely believe Chelsea are going to win the Premier League next season. I know that sounds like a bold prediction after what happened last season, but football has a funny way of repeating itself.
The last time Chelsea finished 10th in the league, people were saying the club had lost its identity and that it would take years to recover. Then, the very next season, they came back under Antonio Conte and won the Premier League comfortably.
That team used the disappointment of the previous campaign as motivation, and I see similar signs in this Chelsea side.
The squad has grown together, they've gained valuable experience, and they've got a manager who has a clear vision of how he wants the team to play.
Sometimes you need a difficult season to expose your weaknesses before you can build something special. That's exactly what I think has happened at Chelsea.
The players know the expectations, they know they have to respond, and I expect them to come back with a completely different mentality.
When I look at the quality in this squad and the direction the club is heading, I honestly believe Chelsea have everything it takes to challenge for the title.
If they can keep their key players fit, maintain consistency throughout the season, and buy into the manager's ideas, I can see them following the same path as that title-winning side after finishing 10th.
That's why I'm backing Chelsea to win the Premier League next season."If you want to keep the "almost 10 points" line despite the historical inaccuracy for a fictional piece, I can do that too.
If it is true @todd_boehly you cannot let Enzo go. Him marshaling that midfield, with Caicedo and a fully fit Palmer, Estevão, Rodgers and JP will wreak havoc.
Bury the hatchet. He is a proven winner and loves the club. Do not sell him. There is no one better in the world.
🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Chelsea reach verbal agreement with Aston Villa to sign Morgan Rogers. Bid of £117m accepted by #AVFC & being finalised. 6+1y contract, medical Monday. #AFC interested but 23yo attacker wanted #CFC; Xabi Alonso instrumental @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/81YbZw7ELc
🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Chelsea reach verbal agreement with Aston Villa to sign Morgan Rogers. Bid of £117m accepted by #AVFC & being finalised. 6+1y contract, medical Monday. #AFC interested but 23yo attacker wanted #CFC; Xabi Alonso instrumental @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/81YbZw7ELc
🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Chelsea reach verbal agreement with Aston Villa to sign Morgan Rogers. Bid of £117m accepted by #AVFC & being finalised. 6+1y contract, medical Monday. #AFC interested but 23yo attacker wanted #CFC; Xabi Alonso instrumental @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/81YbZw7ELc
Oxford road in Reading today.
Usual suspect sits beside schoolgirl, asks which school she goes to, tells her "he'll turn up at the school to collect her".
This happened 200 yards from a hotel housing invaders at the taxpayers expense.
The same all across the land!