If Conor Gallagher leaves along with Thiago Silva this summer, it will be tough on a Chelsea changing room who might have suffered a worse season were it not for their leadership.

[Kieran Gill]

Borussia Dortmund want to keep Ian Maatsen at the club beyond this season.

[Fabrizio Romano]

Talks over extending Conor Gallagher's stay at Chelsea have been ongoing for several months, yet Chelsea insiders say the situation remains the same with five games of the Premier League season to go.

[Kieran Gill]

Chelsea are nearing a summer in which they might not only lose a leader in Thiago Silva but also Conor Gallagher, with interested clubs buoyed by the lack of a breakthrough over a new deal.

[Kieran Gill]

Ally McCoist on Chelsea selling Conor Gallagher:

“That would be, crazy. I think his attitude to play, his willingness to play, his desire to play is something that Chelsea fans can relate to. They should let a few more go before they let Gallagher. It would be a big mistake.”

Benjamin Sesko's agent Elvis Basanovic recently posted an image of himself at the Emirates Stadium. Basanovic was in the members-only lounge for last week's London derby win over Chelsea.

[football.london]

Despite links with Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain will decide on Xavi Simons’ future at the end of the season, conversations will take place in the next weeks. The player will also be involved in the decision.

[Fabrizio Romano]

Eddie Newton: “Chelsea are relying too heavily on Cole Palmer. The reliance on that young man is too much at the present moment in time. It just seems like the goals, he’s the one that stimulates the goals.'

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Ian Wright on Thiago Silva: “A very sad video to watch. He was very emotional and it’s a tough one because there does come a time in your career, and he is what 39, when you start to feel this is winding out and I feel it.'

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Thiago Silva’s Chelsea exit has been harmonious behind the scenes. He has enjoyed his time at Chelsea so much that he will likely make west London his family home when he retires.

[Nizaar Kinsella]

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Dujuan Richards and Dylan Williams training with the first team yesterday!

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Thiago Silva is expected to be made captain for the Bournemouth game for his Chelsea farewell.

[Ben Jacobs]

'Cucurella is comfortable in central areas and has ability to defend aggressively.'

Free to read Aston Villa v Chelsea Tactical Analysis by Seun🇳🇬 here:

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Joined in 2020 in his mid 30s, won the Champions League, and continued to be one of our most consistently good players up until the age of 39.

Showing the importance of having quality experience and leaders in any top team. Will be sorely missed at this club. Legend 💙

Thiago Silva: 'I intend on coming back one day.'

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