Chelsea endured a disappointing campaign last season, but a reshaped squad and renewed optimism could make their trophy odds worth a closer

Chelsea have just finished their extraordinary pre-season tour of Australia, Hong Kong, Indonesia and Malaysia. The Blues have played five matches under new manager Xabi Alonso, including Tottenham, Juventus and AC Milan.

The new three-part Netflix docu-series titled MOURINHO has delved into how Mourinho's first stint at Chelsea unravelled before his eventual sacking in September 2007.

Axel Disasi and Benoit Badiashile have been omitted from the tour to Australia and Asia, but Filip Jorgensen is a surprise inclusion

Chelsea have confirmed their travelling squad for the pre-season tour ahead of the 2026/27 season. With Xabi Alonso at the helm, the Blues make the trip across the other side of the world to begin a four-country tour of Australia, Hong Kong, Indonesia and Malaysia. On Friday, Chelsea announced 27 players are part of the travelling party.

With 25 days until the transfer window closes, Chelsea will be working hard to cut their 41-man senior squad. But who could be heading out?

Manager Xabi Alonso wants to work with only four or five central defenders, so the squad needs a trim. This is how that might pan

Chelsea book medical for 11th new signing as key Xabi Alonso deal agreed - New Blues boss steps up squad overhaul in final month of transfer window