Chelsea signs Enzo Fernandez from Benfica for €121m

Chelsea have signed Enzo Fernandez from Benfica after meeting the midfielder’s €121 million ($131m/£106m) release clause, the Portuguese side announced on Tuesday. A statement from Benfica confirmed that a deal had been reached between the clubs over how Chelsea would pay the release fee for the 22-year-old, who has signed an eight-and-a-half year contract. The … [Read more…]

JUST IN: Graham Potter appointed new Chelsea coach

Chelsea have appointed Graham Potter as its new manager following the sack of Thomas Tuchel, the former coach. Potter, who will take charge of Chelsea ahead of their game against Fulham this weekend, was handed a five-year contract. In a statement, Chelsea said, “Chelsea Football Club is delighted to welcome Graham Potter as our new … [Read more…]