Category: Player Analysis
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Under the microscope: Could Raphinha solve Chelsea’s current wing woes?
Chelsea are interested in signing Leeds United winger Raphinha in the summer. The Brazilian is the top performer for Marcelo Bielsa’s men this season and is gaining the interest of other English Premier League teams. Hakim Ziyech is also on the radar of other European clubs, and the Moroccan international could be on the move.…
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Under the microscope: Jules Kounde – How the defender could strengthen Chelsea’s defensive line
Chelsea, the English Premier League’s defending European champions, are looking to sign a defender in this or the next transfer window. Their top defender, Antonio Rudiger, will be out of contract in the summer, and his performances have attracted a lot of interest from other top European clubs. Club captain, Cesar Azpilicueta, is also set…
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Under the microscope: Is Callum Hudson-Odoi a temporary solution for Chelsea’s injury-hit wing-back position?
The English Premier League team Chelsea are short of full-back and wing-back options after Ben Chilwell and Reece James got injured. James is expected to return in February, whereas Chilwell will miss the rest of the season. The Blues were trying to recall Emerson from loan, but Lyon rejected their proposal. Tuchel is left with…
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Under the microscope: Aurelien Tchouameni – Why is the youngster well-suited for Tuchel’s plans?
English Premier League side Chelsea have identified Aurelien Tchouameni as the long-term replacement for fellow French international N’Golo Kante. The Blues are competing with the likes of Manchester United, Barcelona, etc., to get the services of the player. The midfielder has also represented his country after his performances at the domestic level impressed the international…
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Under the microscope: Why is Fabio Cavarlho on the radar of Chelsea?
Fulham youngster Fabio Cavarlho is on the radar of a lot of English Premier League clubs. His performances have been impressive and the 21-year-old is one of the best performing youngsters in the EFL Championship. Defending European Champions Chelsea are also interested in buying the midfielder. The midfielder has made 13 appearances for the Cottagers…
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Under the microscope: Will Chelsea go for a left-back in the absence of Ben Chilwell amid Digne and Theo Hernandez transfer links?
Chelsea had a great start to the English Premier League season and Tuchel’s men were at the top of the table. However, a dip in form has cost the Blues, and they are now ten points behind leaders Manchester City. The Blues were without a lot of players due to injury and COVID-19. One of…
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Under the microscope: What is the best suitable position for Christian Pulisic in Chelsea’s line-up?
Christian Pulisic scored an equalizer towards the end of the first half against Liverpool and helped Chelsea earn a draw in the English Premier League. The US international player has started in the last three games for Chelsea and has made 11 appearances for his side this season. The Blues have a lot of attacking options…
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Under the microscope: Crucial Kovacic – How the Croat’s return can fix Tuchel’s midfield issues
Chelsea were without Mateo Kovacic since late October after the midfielder got injured due to a hamstring strain. He misses eight matches after getting injured against Norwich City and featured against Wolves in the gameweek 18. Chelsea and a lot of other English Premier League clubs were hit with the COVID-19 pandemic once again, and…
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Under The microscope: Antonio Rudiger – one of the best centre-backs in the Premier League
Chelsea are currently placed at the top of the 2021-22 Premier League standings with 26 points from their 11 games. They are three points clear of Man City and West Ham United, who are in second and third place respectively, and are four points clear of fourth-placed Liverpool. The Blues have proven themselves to be…
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Data Analysis: Can we hope to see Timo Werner back to his Leipzig best?
Timo Werner signed for Chelsea from RB Leipzig in the summer transfer window of 2020 in the presence of Frank Lampard. After being in great form with his German club, scoring 24 Bundesliga goals in the 19/20 season, his start to the Premier League lacked a similar trend in goals. After the manager couldn’t get…
