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Chelsea favourite after engaging in a Twitter exchange with Callum Hudson-Odoi following the Blues’ win over Tottenham on Sunday.Chelsea continued their dominant record over Tottenham in London derbies at Stamford Bridge after strolling to a 2-0 victory on Sunday.Hakim Ziyech’s stunning 25-yard strike nestled into the top corner to hand the hosts the lead in the second half before Thiago Silva headed home from a Mason Mount free-kick.The Blues had lost only once in their last 38 meetings with Spurs at Stamford Bridge and were rarely troubled aside from a Harry Kane goal, which was chalked off by VAR for a foul by Kane on Thiago Silva.Hudson-Odoi trotted out the customary message that comes after Chelsea beat Tottenham at Stamford Bridge, telling his followers: “London is blue,” with a blue heart emoji.Just hours after scoring in Roma’s 4-2 win over Empoli, it is clear Abraham was keeping a close eye on the Chelsea result — and the England international could not resist issuing a cheeky response.The 24-year-old replied: “It always was.”The England international finally left the club for Roma in a £34million deal in July, ending his 17-year association with the club he joined as a young boy.Abraham had been frozen out by Thomas Tuchel after making only seven substitute appearances under the German last season.But that clearly hasn’t stopped the striker from keeping track of the Blues’ success from afar after heading to Italy for the next chapter in his career.Naturally, the exchange between Chelsea’s two Cobham favourites was met with a delighted response from the Chelsea faithful on social media.One fan named Hajir summarised the thoughts of hundreds of blues, telling Abraham: “This is why I love you.”Another Twitter user

Chelsea closed the gap on second-placed Liverpool to just a point with a 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday night.They took the lead in the 47th minute when Hakim Ziyech cut on to his favoured left foot and whipped a beautiful strike into the top corner, well out of the reach of Hugo Lloris.They then made it two just eight minutes later when Thiago Silva flicked Mason Mount’s free-kick into the far corner to send Stamford Bridge into a frenzy.Spurs fans will certainly feel aggrieved by the result given that Harry Kane had a goal disallowed in the first half for a minuscule push on Silva that sent the Brazilian dramatically flying before slotting past Kepa Arrizabalaga.Chelsea dominated the tie from start to finish and the result never felt in doubt despite the goalless first half.So, what did Blues boss Thomas Tuchel do well to ensure that his side were victorious over their London rivals?Chelsea have flourished since Tuchel’s appointment due to their use of the back three, allowing the wingbacks to bomb forward whilst also having enough numbers in defence to deal with counterattacks.However, the German veered away from his tried and tested system in favour of a 4-3-3 and reaped the benefits.Moving away from the system meant that the Blues weren’t going man for man against Spurs and thus created a lot of space all over the park, having a free man in midfield to drift into those pockets and creates.Defensively, Chelsea didn’t feel the pinch of having a player less in central defence either, with makeshift left-back Malang Sarr covering when required.The Blues created plenty of their chances out wide, which was a smart tactical decision by Tuchel.Mason Mount and Mateo Kovacic were both given the licence to roam

Manchester United are reportedly set to make their move for outgoing Barcelona attacker Ousmane Dembele.

Harry Kane and Romelu Lukaku, two of the deadliest modern-day strikers, have both suffered the worst six months of their respective net-busting careers.Back in June last year Kane was desperate to get away from Tottenham, Lukaku equally determined to stay at Inter Milan.Neither got their wish - and it has been pretty much downhill ever since. At least until now, that is.For if Chelsea’s record £100million signing Lukaku remains a troubled figure going into today’s home clash with Spurs, Kane appears tantalisingly close to his glorious best.Ten shots, three on target, one against the woodwork and one that flew in - at Leicester in midweek - highlighted the England skipper is clicking again.

Pep Guardiola has named his starting line-up for Manchester City's Premier League clash with Southampton, this evening with Bernardo Silva starting for the 22nd Premier League match in a row.

Chelsea look set to sign Derby youngster Dylan Williams, who has just eight appearances in all competitions this season.Williams, 18, is yet to sign a professional contract with the Rams due to their ongoing financial crisis that has seen the side plunged into administration.And with his youth deal up at the end of the season, Derby have accepted an offer from the Blues.According to The Sun, Derby have accepted an offer that will see Williams leave for an initial fee plus extras.Rooney, via The Sun, said: "We've agreed a fee with a Premier League club for Dylan Williams - I couldn't stand in the way of his opportunity."Chelsea are currently going through their own full-back crisis, with Thomas Tuchel's options limited out wide.Both Reece James and Ben Chilwell are on the shelf - with Chilwell expected to be out for the remainder of the campaign.The Blues were linked with Lucas Digne, but the Frenchman completed a move to Everton earlier this month.Another option is to recall Emerson Palmieri from Lyon, but the two parties are struggling to agree a fee for cancelling the loan early. What do you think of the move? Let us know in the comments section Derby have also received offers for their star midfielder Louie Sibley.The Rams have repeatedly rebuffed Millwall's approach for the 20-year-old, including one reported bid of £450,000.Derby's administrators, Quantuma, want to keep the playing squad together at Pride Park.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola can perhaps afford to experiment a little with his side as they continue to dominate in this season’s Premier League.

Antonio Conte has offered his Tottenham players a reward if they beat Chelsea in their Premier League clash on Sunday.Since taking charge of the north London side, Conte has gone nine games unbeaten in the league.That record was in serious jeopardy against Leicester in midweek until Steven Bergwijn's miraculous stoppage-time brace snatched victory from the jaws of defeat.However, Spurs now come up against one of their toughest Prem challenges so far under their Italian manager.They've already lost twice to Thomas Tuchel's Blues in the Carabao Cup, so Conte has given his side an incentive to up their performance and make it third time lucky.As per football.london, the former Chelsea boss has told his Tottenham squad that if they get a positive result they can have extra days off next week.Conte has already given them some time away from training as he promised them the same if they were to beat the Foxes.After the weekend there is an international break, but most of the Spurs squad won't be travelling away.What's your score prediction for the match? Let us know in the comments section.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

Chelsea fans are beginning to get frustrated with Romelu Lukaku after he put in a poor performance against Brighton on Tuesday night. Lukaku struggled to get involved in the Blues’ build-up play on the south coast as the Seagulls hit back to hold them to a 1-1 draw and leave them 12 points adrift of Premier League leaders Manchester City.

What doesn’t kill you can only make you stronger.

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel's comments around Premier League rules after the German complained at only being allowed to make three substitutions.The former Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund manager pushed for an increase in the number of substitutions to five changes once again after Chelsea’s 3-1 away victory against Aston Villa. As a means of preventing injuries and fatigue during a highly intense schedule, the Premier League allowed teams to make five substitutions when the 2019-20 season recommenced in June 2020, but reverted back to three at the start of the 2020-21 campaign.Managers and ex-players alike have vociferously debated the number of changes each side should be allowed to make.

Chelsea unwilling to offer the German ace another improved deal in fear of a dressing-room revolt.Rudiger snubbed the Blues latest contract proposal labelling it a 'slap in the face', despite receiving a bumper boost to his wage packet.The 28-year-old is requesting a minimum salary of £200k-a-week and it is believed Thomas Tuchel's latest offer fell £60k-a-week shy of Rudiger's demands.And while Chelsea are eager to keep one of this season's standout stars, it looks all the more likely the German ace will leave Stamford Bridge at the end of the campaign.The Blues hierarchy are unwilling to meet his demands due to several other key players also entering the final six months of their current deals.The Telegraph report the Blues would be

Ralf Rangnick has vowed to 'play as many young players as possible' at Manchester United.

Liverpool star Jamie Redknapp believes Timo Werner’s poor form has “not been helpful” for Chelsea or Thomas Tuchel.The German was ruled out of the Blues’ 3-1 away victory against Aston Villa after testing positive for Coronavirus, but has only contributed one goal and one assist in nine Premier League matches.Chelsea’s clinical edge has been absent in recent weeks, having been forced to deploy the likes of Christian Pulisic, Mason Mount, and Kai Havertz as false nines in recent weeks.£98m summer signing Romelu Lukaku has also been absent through injury and a Covid-19 transmission of his own, but returned to great effect against Villa.And Redknapp believes they will likely need Lukaku’s goals to compensate for Werner’s lack of composure and

Chelsea star Hakim Ziyech has sensationally been snubbed from Morocco's squad for the Africa Cup of Nations next month after a furious bust-up with manager Vahid Halilhodzic.Thomas Tuchel's side face a hectic run of fixtures in the new year with the Blues set to face-off against title contenders Manchester City and Liverpool in the Premier League.They will also take on London rivals Tottenham in the semi-finals of the League Cup with the two-legged tie set to take place in the weeks commencing January 3 and January 10.And games just keep piling up with Chelsea jetting off to the United Arab Emirates in February to compete in the Club World Cup.So Tuchel can expect a heavy backlog of fixtures when they turn from the Middle East amidst

Manchester United have been told Antonio Rudiger will not want to make the move to Old Trafford, despite being linked with a transfer.

Chelsea could make a £30million bid to sign Barcelona defender Sergino Dest in 2022, according to reports.The Blues have lost Ben Chilwell to a serious injury and are currently dealing with a brewing contractual crisis, with four defenders set to become free agents in the summer.As things stand, Antonio Rudiger, Andreas Christensen, Thiago Silva and Cesar Azpilicueta will all be out of contract on July 1.With Chilwell sidelined with a cruciate injury, Thomas Tuchel is therefore keen to strengthen his defence in the New Year.Chelsea came close to signing Sevilla’s Jules Kounde in the summer transfer window, only for the Spanish side to move the goalposts late on.According to The Express, they have now identified Dest as a possible target,

Mason Mount insists Chelsea still believe they have a big chance to win the Premier League title as they look to bounce back from a disappointing December.

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel was denied a reunion with PSG star Marquinhos with the Ligue 1 leaders rejecting a £72.5m bid for the Brazilian during the summer transfer window.The PSG captain is seen as a vital component of the Parisian's star-studded squad despite the arrival of four-time Champions League winner Sergio Ramos.A move for Marquinhos would have also seen him reunite with international teammate Thiago Silva.The Brazilian duo enjoyed seven years together at the Parc Des Princes from 2013-2020 with Marquinhos taking over as captain when Silva headed for Stamford Bridge.Now French outlet L'Equpie are reporting Tuchel was eyeing another defensive recruit which might have prevented the Blues recent slump.It states the German gaffer was

Chelsea this season, Thomas Tuchel has been hit hard by the injury to Ben Chilwell in recent weeks.Tuchel initially opted for Marcus Alonso to start off the campaign, but Chilwell worked his way back into the Chelsea team, and hit a purple patch of form before injury ruled him for what could be the rest of the season.Due to a recent slump in results, Chelsea have found themselves slightly off the pace in third, despite originally leading the Premier League not too long ago.In an attempt to avoid throwing their Premier League title charge, Tuchel looks set to raid AC Milan as he looks to add serious cover while Chilwell recovers, it has been reported.Chelsea have recently done business with Milan, as former boss Frank Lampard sold

Chelsea might not show up to their Carabao Cup quarter-final clash with Brentford on Wednesday as concerns around the spread of Covid-19 continue to rise.The Blues had requested that their trip to Wolves on Sunday be postponed due to seven positive cases of the virus in their squad, a move that was denied by Premier League chiefs.Tuchel was left furious that the game went ahead, with Chelsea slipping further back in the title race after being held to a goalless draw at Molineux.According to Government guidelines, anyone who tests positive for Covid-19 must isolate for ten days, which would also rule the seven out of the Brentford clash.While he could call upon Chelsea’s substantial reserve team options for the Carabao Cup trip to the

Chelsea lost more ground in the Premier League title race after they were held to a disappointing 0-0 draw by Wolves on Sunday afternoon.The Blues were left to rue their inability to finish a host of chances in their 1-1 draw with Everton on Thursday night, but they could have few complaints after putting in a lacklustre display against Bruno Lage's side.Chelsea survived an early scare after Daniel Podence's strike was chalked off for offside by VAR but they managed to make it to the break level after a disappointing first half.The Blues improved after the interval but failed to find that elusive goal to break the deadlock and were forced to settle for a point at Molineux.Daily Star Sport takes a look at the calls made by Thomas Tuchel on a

Thomas Tuchel was left "angry" by the Premier League's decision not to postpone Chelsea's clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers on Sunday.

Chelsea's request to have their match against Wolves postponed has been rejected by the Premier League.The Blues travel to Molineux this afternoon as they aim to keep pace with Manchester City and Liverpool at the top of the league table.But after a string of positive Covid-19 cases within the camp, the club hoped to get the game called off.Four Chelsea players have been diagnosed with the virus this week, and given the multitude of stars who are already out with injuries or struggling for fitness, Thomas Tuchel's side are concerned about player safety should the game proceed.Despite their concerns though, the Premier League informed them this morning that the fixture won't be rescheduled.Five of the six top-flight matches due to take place

Manchester United are set for a shootout with Chelsea to land Sevilla defender Jules Kounde, according to reports.

Chelsea fans to cut the Spaniard some slack. Last week Stamford Bridge social media snipers labelled the on-loan Atletico Madrid flop the worst signing in the club’s history.That followed his second-half substitute appearance in the 1-1 home draw with Everton, which left the Champions League holders four points off top spot.

Chelsea dropped points for the third time in five Premier League matches after being held to a 1-1 draw by Everton at Stamford Bridge on Thursday night.

Thomas Tuchel’s woes of having an uncertain backline as he now seems destined to quit Chelsea after being offered less than Mason Mount to stay.Football Insider revealed that the German centre-back, who’s out of contract in the summer, is forging a move away after the contract the Blues offered to him was deemed to be too low.Meanwhile, it’s Real Madrid who have emerged as the favourites to sign the defender after the club and his representatives held positive talks.Tuchel does not want to lose one of his biggest assets in defence, but Ruidger will be able to start negotiating a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs from 1 January.The former AS Roma man has turned down Chelsea’s opening offer of £140,000 a week, wanting something a

Interim Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick has been sent a Liverpool warning by his former agent Marc Kosicke.

Manchester United's new interim boss Ralf Rangnick could be the key to bringing Antonio Rudiger to Old Trafford over the summer.Despite impressing for Chelsea this season, Rudiger's contract is set to expire next summer, and United are leading the charge for his signature.Thomas Tuchel faces a potential defensive crisis with Rudiger, Thiago Silva, Cesar Azpilicueta, and Andreas Christensen all entering the last six months of their deals.And Rangnick may be able to lure Rudiger to Old Trafford due to his relationship with Rudiger's agent and half-brother Sahr Senesie.Transfer guru Christian Falk has revealed that Senesie is willing to negotiate with United.Falk also states that Chelsea are keen to keep hold of Rudiger, but wage disputes

Garth Crooks believes installing Antonio Rudiger in the Manchester United defence would make the Reds a 'very attractive proposition'.

Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has revealed his thoughts on Arsenal stripping Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of his captaincy by admitting he “feels sorry” for the striker.Aubameyang, 32, was named Arsenal captain back in November 2019 but was stripped of the honour this week following a breach of club discipline.Gunners boss Mikel Arteta announced that he informed the Gabonese star face-to-face of the decision in what was an “unpleasant situation”.Arteta has not shied away from fall outs with players during his tenure as manager and the forward becomes the latest to be disciplined, having been dropped for last weekend’s 3-0 win over Southampton.And now Tuchel, who was Aubameyang’s manager at Borussia Dortmund between 2015 and 2017, has spoken

Ralf Rangnick is a “special” coach who will not only change Manchester United, but change the Premier League.

Manchester United have been heavily linked with Amadou Haidara since Ralf Rangnick's arrival at the club.

Thomas Tuchel has a number of crucial players at the back who are yet to agree extensions at Stamford Bridge and the uncertainty around them is triggering intense speculation over possible incomings and outgoings.The Blues do appear to be close to securing the future of one of those players though, while another is said to be a target for a trio of Premier League outfits. Daily Star Sport has your latest batch of Chelsea rumours.

Manchester City are ready to rival Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur in the battle to sign Chelsea centre-back Andreas Christensen on a free transfer.

Manchester City have been warned about two players who are set to ignite Chelsea back to peak form in the Premier League title race.

David Moyes doesn’t like to admit it.

Chelsea and Leeds stars were at each others throats following their gripping Premier League clash at Stamford Bridge on Saturday as two second-half Jorginho penalties made the difference.Thomas Tuchel's side conceded another two goals in an end-to-end encounter, and were forced to rely on Jorginho's ability from the spot to keep in touch at the top of the table.Raphinha opened the scoring from the penalty spot just before the hour mark after Marcos Alonso was adjudged to have taken down Daniel James inside the box.Mason Mount then equalised following a pass from Alonso, sliding into the back of the net just before the break as the two sides went in level.Jorginho's first chance from the spot came as Raphinha was adjudged to have taken down

Scott McTominay has detailed Ralf Rangnick's mentality behind the scenes as the Scotland international praised the Manchester United interim manager for the early work he has put in place.

Thomas Tuchel's starting XI to take on Zenit in the Champions League on Wednesday evening - but later admitted that the decision was justified.The former Chelsea midfielder watched on as his former side gave up a hard-fought late lead which saw Juventus beat them to top spot in the group on the final match day.Timo Werner had given Chelsea the lead from close range after just two minutes, with Romelu Lukaku equalising in the second half after goals from Claudinho and Sardar Azmoun.The German thought he had won it for the visitors with a fine effort in the 85th minute, but Magomed Ozdoyev fired home from outside the area four minutes into stoppage time.Tuchel had named eight changes while hoping that they would still have enough to take all

Manchester United are reportedly keeping a watchful eye on the current ongoing saga between both Chelsea and their defender Antonio Rudiger.

Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel will not be very pleased with his side after missing out on top spot in their Champions League group.All the Blues had to do was match Juventus’ result, who beat Malmo, but they could only draw against Zenit St Petersburg.It was another less than convincing display from the European champions, who are encountering a bit of a wobble in the Premier League as well.Injuries have not been kind to Tuchel, who made a number of changes to his side that would have left many scratching their heads.But where did the German go wrong? And did he get anything right?Chelsea tried desperately to find a suitor for Malang Sarr to leave the club but failed to do so - instead becoming a bit-part squad player.Well, their attempts to

Chelsea are having to deal with temperatures as low as -15C ahead of their Champions League clash with Zenit St Petersburg.Thomas Tuchel and his squad travelled to Russia on Tuesday for their final group game, and took with them as many layers as possible.That's because upon their arrival they were met with literal Baltic conditions.Their training base is covered with snow and the temperatures are comfortably below freezing, with the thermometer set to reach a high of only -12C on matchday.However, they will be able to ditch the coats and gloves once they arrive at the ground on Wednesday evening.Luckily for the Blues, Zenit's Gazprom Arena has a retractable roof to prevent the conditions affecting the action.What's more, the temperature

Ralf Rangnick says stabilising the Manchester United defence was his priority as interim manager.