Conte will be taking charge of Chelsea this summer, after he finishes his commitments with the Italian national team currently participating in the Euros 2016. Chelsea had a disastrous last season, where they just managed to sneak into the top half of the table, after having been accorded the record for the worst title defense in Premier League history. Conte will have a huge task at hand trying to get this group of players firing again. With the exception of Willian, everyone else in that Chelsea squad struggled to find any sort of form last season. The Italian will be tasked with a target of getting the Blues back in the top four at the minimum.
Antonio Conte will be on the lookout for players, who can add quality to the squad and also lift the mood around the Stamford Bridge. One player who has been recently linked with Chelsea, is their former left-back Ryan Bertrand. The 2014-2015 champions allowed Bertrand to join Southampton few years ago after they felt that he was surplus to requirements at the Bridge. From the time, Ashley Cole left Chelsea, the club has lacked a full back of his quality. Ironically it was Bertrand who was touted to be his successor before he was dispatched to St Mary’s. Currently the left back is involved with England national team at the Euros and is also one of the first names on the team sheet at Southampton.
Here are three reasons why Chelsea should re-sign Bertrand this transfer window.
Left Back Cover
Ever since the Cole left Chelsea to join Roma, the Blues have lacked a proper full back, who can add solidity on the wings and contribute in the final third too. Cesar Azplicueta has filled in mostly in that position ever since, although that’s not his preferred position. Bertrand an understudy to Cole during his time at Chelsea, was supposed to take his fellow countrymen’s spot in the starting eleven. However with his departure Chelsea were left with no viable option, something they haven’t been able to rectify till date. Hence signing back Bertrand becomes more important this time around.
Home Grown Player
Bertrand holds the invaluable status of being a home grown player due to his time in the Chelsea youth set up. At a time when quality English players are one in a million and every club must fill their home grown quota, the signing of Bertrand could prove to be a master stroke by Conte. Terry has been given a one year extension on his contract, which means that he will likely leave within a year, Conte could do with a finished product like Bertrand in his team, who also happens to be English.
Experience and solidity
Although many might not realize it but Bertrand is now 26 years old. During his career he has not only picked valuable international experience but has also earned close to 50 Premier League caps with Southampton. He was also part of the famous 2012 Munich final, where he showed that he doesn’t crumble easily under the weight of enormous expectation. Having played in England all his life, the Southampton full back won’t need time adjusting to the pace of the League and can start performing well from the start
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Chelsea Announce Biggest Pre Tax Loss in Premier League History as Blues Post £262.4 Million Deficit Despite Second Highest Ever Revenue
Chelsea have officially recorded the largest pre-tax loss in Premier League history after posting a staggering deficit of £262.4 million for the 2024/25 financial year.
The figures represent a massive swing from the previous year’s profit, which was largely fuelled by the internal sale of the club’s women’s team to subsidiary company Blueco Midco.
The financial accounts for the period ending June 30, 2025, eclipse the previous Premier League record of £197.5 million set by Manchester City in 2011. This comes just 12 months after the Blues posted a £128.4 million profit, though that surplus was heavily inflated by the sale of Chelsea Women for nearly £200 million.
Operating Costs Soar Despite Strong Revenue
Club officials have attributed the significant downturn to a sharp rise in operating costs throughout the 2024/25 campaign. Despite the alarming headline figure, Chelsea did record revenue of £490.9 million, their second highest ever, aided by income generated from their participation in the FIFA Club World Cup.
Crucially for fans and manager alike, Chelsea insists they remain compliant with the Premier League’s Profitability and Sustainability Rules. While the regulations generally limit losses to £105 million over a three-year rolling period, the club has utilised specific add-backs to stay within the limits.
Women’s Team Records £17.1 Million Loss
The financial report also provided an update on Chelsea Women, who recorded a loss of £17.1 million despite the growing popularity of the game helping the side generate a healthy £21.3 million in revenue during the same period. This is concerning, given that the women’s game continues to expand rapidly.
Since Todd Boehly’s consortium took control from Roman Abramovich in the summer of 2022, Chelsea have spent approximately £1.5 billion on new talent. Revenue is expected to soar past £700 million in the 2025/26 financial year.
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Sonia Bompastor Refuses to Address Sam Kerr Exit Speculation Amid Chelsea Striker’s Uncertain Future
Sonia Bompastor has declined to discuss Sam Kerr’s future at Chelsea amid mounting speculation the Australian superstar will walk away from Stamford Bridge as a free agent this summer. The prolific striker’s contract expires at the end of the current campaign, with numerous reports claiming she has already decided to leave after seven years in English football.
Bompastor shut down questions about Kerr’s situation during her pre match press conference, stating that both the forward and captain Millie Bright, remain under contract for now. The Chelsea boss made clear she will not be drawn into speculation about player futures while matches remain to be played this season.
Sam Kerr Departure Would End Glorious Era
The potential exit of Kerr alongside long time captain Bright would signal the end of Chelsea’s most successful period in their history. The club has already lost Guro Reiten permanently, while Catarina Macario is heading to America on what reports claim will be a record shattering NWSL contract worth millions.
Chelsea appears committed to rebuilding around younger talent rather than extending deals for established stars entering the latter stages of their careers. This strategic shift could see several high profile names depart simultaneously this summer.
American Clubs Preparing Lucrative Offers for Sam Kerr
Multiple NWSL franchises are circling for Kerr’s signature, hoping to lure the Australian back to the United States, where she previously starred before joining Chelsea. The American league has dramatically increased investment in recent years, offering salaries that can now compete with European clubs.
Ian Wright publicly criticized any decision to offer Kerr merely a short extension rather than a substantial long term deal, arguing her legendary status deserves better recognition. However, Chelsea’s transfer strategy appears already set, with youth recruitment taking priority over sentiment towards club icons nearing the end of their peak years.
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26-Year-Old Set for $8M Move to San Diego Wave as Chelsea Striker Expected to Leave Stamford Bridge With Transfer Window Nearing Final Days
Catarina Macario is expected to leave Chelsea F.C. Women and complete a move to San Diego Wave FC with the transfer window nearing its final days. Reports suggest the NWSL side is working quickly to finalize the deal, which could be worth roughly $8 million in total contract value.
The proposed transfer fee is believed to be around $300,000, which is frankly a favorable outcome for Chelsea given that Macario’s contract expires this summer. Without a sale now, the American international could have left the club as a free agent at the end of the season, which would have been disastrous business.
San Diego Using High Impact Player Rule
San Diego Wave are planning to sign the forward using the NWSL’s High Impact Player rule, a mechanism that allows clubs to pay certain star players up to $1 million outside the league’s salary cap. To qualify, players must meet specific performance or profile criteria, which Macario certainly does.
The current NWSL salary cap stands at $3.7 million, making the rule an important tool for attracting top international talent. This represents a significant investment from San Diego, who are absolutely serious about building a championship winning squad.
Has Not Featured Regularly for Chelsea
Macario has not featured regularly for Chelsea in recent weeks, partly due to injury concerns and the uncertainty surrounding her future. Despite her absence, Chelsea recently secured their first trophy of the season by defeating Manchester United Women in the Women’s League Cup final.
The London club remain active on multiple fronts, still competing in the UEFA Women’s Champions League and preparing for the quarter final stage of the Women’s FA Cup.
Chelsea Sit Third in WSL
However, Chelsea’s domestic league campaign has been more challenging. For the first time in five seasons, they are no longer clear favorites for the Women’s Super League title under manager Sonia Bompastor.
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