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'Cole is a special man' - Alonso backs Cole Palmer to star for Chelsea

Cole Palmer has made a strong start to the new season, and Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso believes the England international can reach another level if he continues to enjoy his football.

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Todd Boehly steps back as Clearlake Capital take control of Chelsea

Chelsea chairman Todd Boehly and fellow co-owner Mark Walter have agreed to sell their stake in the Premier League club to majority shareholders Clearlake Capital in a deal that values Chelsea at 5 billion pounds.

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Joao Pedro injury rocks Chelsea ahead of Brentford clash

Chelsea forward Joao Pedro has withdrawn from Brazil's squad for the upcoming friendlies against Australia and India after suffering a knee injury.

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Joao Pedro, Reece James absent from Chelsea training, could miss Brentford clash

Chelsea could be without Joao Pedro and Reece James for Friday night's trip to Brentford after both players were missing from training at Cobham on Tuesday.

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Joao Pedro urges Chelsea to sharpen up after Hull draw

Joao Pedro has called on Chelsea to improve the finer details of their game after they were held to a 2-2 draw by Hull City in the Premier League.

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Chelsea's Xabi Alonso wants 'boring game' after defensive problems continue

Xabi Alonso wants his Chelsea players to give him a "boring game" after another poor defensive display allowed Hull to leave Stamford Bridge with a 2-2 draw.

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