Thomas Tuchel explains how Chelsea's takeover delay affects his transfer plans

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Chelsea over the past few months but with Todd Boehly's £4.25 billion takeover now officially confirmed everyone associated with the club can finally breathe.With the Roman Abramovich era finally in the rear-view mirror the club can focus on forward planning, as opposed to just trying to keep their heads above water amid the chaos and confusion of government sanctions.Most Blues fans will be sorry to see the Russian go, but make no mistake, today's news will be universally welcomed with the threat of liquidation finally vanquished.For the first time since February it's business as usual at Stamford Bridge, and with that in mind, Daily Star Sport has taken a look at seven things the club are allowed to do again as the Boehly era begins.With Chelsea's sanctioned former owner now out of the picture the club's transfer ban can finally be lifted, which will come as welcome relief for manager Thomas Tuchel who spoke of the need to "rebuild" Chelsea's squad earlier this month.The club are set to lose both Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen this summer but the futures of several other first-team players are still up in the air and a mass exodus could be on the cards, and the Blues will need to start lining up replacements.Sevilla's Jules Kounde is expected to be one of the first names through the door, but given that Tuchel has only made one major signing (Romelu Lukaku) during his year-and-half stint in west London, we can probably expect at least two or three more to follow.How many players do you think Chelsea will sign this summer? Let us know in the comments section.As part of the sanctions imposed on Abramovich, Chelsea weren't allowed to conduct any business away from the pitch, which meant they couldn't negotiate

Some Manchester United supporters are calling for the club to try and complete a deal to bring Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante to Old Trafford this summer.

Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante has been linked with a transfer to Manchester United this week.

Chelsea have been quoted an eye-popping asking price in their bid to sign Brighton & Hove Albion defender Marc Cucurella this summer. Following a stellar first season in England with the Seagulls, Cucurella is attracting interest from the likes of Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur as well as Chelsea this summer.

Thomas Tuchel has scrapped any plans for a summer holiday with Todd Boehly set to complete his takeover of Chelsea.Blues boss Tuchel would normally be jetting off for a break this week after the final weekend of the 2021/22 season. But he has instead decided to stick around and get to work with Boehly, who has today had his consortium's bid for the club approved by the UK Government.An announcement which will officially bring an end to Roman Abramovich's 19-year reign as owner is expected soon.

Chelsea have seemingly ended their mammoth search for a new owner.Due to sanctions placed on current holder Roman Abramovich, as part of a nationwide crackdown on Russian oligarchs, the Blues have been unable to operate as normal. Fans buying match tickets, the renewal of player contracts and bizarrely even purchases in the club shop have all been prohibited - but Boehly's takeover brings renewed hope around Stamford Bridge.The consortium led by the LA Dodgers' co-owner, 48, has passed the Premier League's owners' and directors' test and Boehly is reportedly ready to equip Thomas Tuchel with a £200m transfer war chest.

Chelsea enjoy possessing one of the most expansive loan networks in the world.And as such, it seems like every other player has passed through the side at some point. Of course, this means the Blues have not been able to cater to every talented player that comes through their door, so there are no hard feelings when someone who’s not quite right for them does well at another rival club.However, there are instances where these players more than shine elsewhere.

Chelsea defender Antonio Rudiger has revealed that teammate N’Golo Kante often talks in ‘clicks’ rather than responding to simple questions.The midfielder is often spoken about in the media for his happy grin and humble approach to life in the limelight. But there is certainly more to Kante than what is already widely known.Speaking to The Players’ Tribune, Rudiger revealed: “Everything I said to this guy (Kante), he would just look at me and nod his head, like he thought everything I said was really interesting. And he would do this thing … I don’t really know how to explain it on paper.

Tottenham fans have been left fuming after John Cena was spotted at Chelsea's draw with Leicester City despite being a Spurs fan. The WWE superstar and actor was spotted sitting in front of future Chelsea owner Todd Boehly ahead of the 1-1 draw against the Foxes on Thursday night.

Chelsea defenders still want to play for the club by giving a masterclass against Leicester.And he also showed he isn't just England's best right back after bossing much of the second half of Thursday night's 1-1 draw in midfield. With Antonio Rudiger playing his last game at Stamford Bridge and FA Cup Final no-show Andreas Christensen nowhere to be seen, James took centre stage.And after James Madison's early opener for Leicester, he conjured an equaliser for Marcos Alonso with a lovely piece of skill. James is already Gareth Southgate's first choice on the right of the England defence, despite some fierce competition.But the 22-year-old is so talented, and was so good in this game, he ended up playing in the heart of the engine room.

Antonio Rudiger has spoken about his frustrations over Chelsea contract negotiations as he prepares to wave goodbye to Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea reportedly nearing completion.The American was in the stands as the Blues drew 1-1 with Leicester City on Thursday (May 19) evening, just as he had been for the home match with Wolves earlier in the month. He wasn't the only famous face in attendance, with WWE legend John Cena also watching on.They weren't treated to a home win with James Maddison's early opener for the visitors cancelled out by Marcos Alonso's 33rd minute strike to leave it honours even in the penultimate game of the season.

Chelsea fans were absolutely flabbergasted by Christian Pulisic after the American produced one of the misses of the season against Leicester City on Thursday night.In an almost a carbon-copy of his performance against Liverpool in the FA Cup final on Saturday, the 23-year-old looked lively but couldn't hit a barn door with a banjo to continue his miserable week in front of goal on what was his 50th start for the club.After creating a pocket of space in the box, Romelu Lukaku received the ball from Reece James before cutting it across goal for Pulisic who, after skipping away from his marker, seemed to have a simple tap-in from six-yards.But the winger took his eye off the ball at the vital moment and failed to get a clean connection, slicing the shot well wide of the post as a very relieved Kasper Schmeichel counted his lucky stars.The disbelief on the faces of both Pulisic and Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel painted one heck of an emotive picture, and their reactions were more than echoed on social media."Miss of the season contender by Pulisic," one supporter tweeted."That Pulisic miss doesn't surprise me.

Thomas Tuchel’s side have a much superior goal difference, meaning third place is all but assured.Here are two things Tuchel got right, and three he got wrong at Stamford Bridge.All eyes were on Romelu Lukaku, but it was Chelsea’s left wing-back Alonso who found the equaliser after Maddison’s opener, getting on the end of an inch-perfect pass from James. For a defender, Alonso has a very handy record in front of goal – especially from volleys, for which he has become somewhat of an expert.

Thomas Tuchel has fumed at Andreas Christensen for pulling out of the Chelsea squad on the day of the final in the FA Cup.The Danish defender is set to leave the Blues at the end of the season for Barcelona as his contract expires. But Tuchel has still fumed at his player after he said he 'wasn't ready to play' against Liverpool, and he claimed it's not the first time.Tuchel said: "Andreas came the morning of the match to tell me he's not ready. He had his reasons, they stay private and confidential.

Chelsea are reportedly looking to sign Eintracht Frankfurt's Luka Hyrylainen once their current ban is lifted.The 17-year-old is being watched by a number of Europe's top sides, and Chelsea are reportedly ready to swoop once their sanctions have been lifted, and they are free to trade again. The defensive midfielder is already representing Finland U19's, and has one year remaining on his contract with Frankfurt.Hyrylainen has starred for Frankfurt's youth side this season, and could join Chelsea as Thomas Tuchel eyes a new long-term defensive midfielder.

Chelsea should ditch Timo Werner and sign Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez this summer, according to Tony Cascarino. The Blues are to end the season trophyless following defeat on penalties by Liverpool in the FA Cup final on Saturday. The loss was their second against Jurgen Klopp ’s side on penalties in major finals this season after defeat in the Carabao Cup final back in February.

Chelsea after refusing to take part in Sunday’s FA Cup Final.Christensen was expected to start for the Blues at Wembley but dropped a bombshell on the morning of the game saying he was not ready to play - which did not go down well with Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel, whose injury-hit side went on to lose on penalties to Liverpool.Daily Star Sport understands a source close to Christensen claimed the player was unwell during the week and did not think he was going to start, but his behaviour nonetheless shocked his team-mates.The defender, who is expected to join Barcelona as a free agent when his contract runs out this summer, has had an uneasy relationship with Tuchel since he was dropped earlier this season as the stand-off over his contract raged and uncertainty over his future grew.But the Denmark international left his Blues team-mates shocked and confused when he disappeared from team hotel before Saturday's game, and he is now unlikely to feature in Chelsea’s final two games of the season against Leicester and Watford.Christensen joined the London club in 2012 from Danish side Brondby, but didn't manage to get regular first-team football until he returned from a successful two-year loan spell with Borussia Monchengladbach in 2017.Who should Chelsea buy to replace Andreas Christensen? Let us know what you think in the comments sectionThe 26-year-old has started just 17 Premier League games this season but was in line to face Liverpool having played the full 90 minutes of Chelsea’s 3-0 win over Leeds last Wednesday.This time last year, Christensen was being lauded by fans after coming on as a first half substitute for the injured Thiago Silva during the Champions League final against Manchester City.He then played out

infamously insisted that his words were 'just banter', though Chelsea fans will be horrified to learn that isn't the case this time.The former Sky Sports presenter, who now heads up beIN SPORTS, was speaking to co-host Andy Gray about where the London club should spend their money this summer and urged Blues boss Thomas Tuchel to go out and get Harry Maguire, despite the Manchester United defender's torrid recent form.Ambitious moves for Tottenham's Harry Kane and West Ham's Declan Rice were mentioned, which got Keys fantasising about an all-English spine, but Gray couldn't help but snort derisively once Maguire's name was added to the mix."Are you serious? Harry Maguire? He's had an awful season," the former Scotland international said."But that doesn't make him an awful player," Keys responded.