Mourinho Hits Back At Scolari

Jose Mourinho has hit out at Big Phil after the later labeled him as arrogant. The War of words is only destined to get intense as the Special One has yet again not backed off.. It was a fierce reaction by the current Nerazzurri coach blaming Scolari for raising his name in the press without any reasons.

The Portuguese said; “Why Scolari said these things? I don’t know, you have to ask him,” said Mourinho.



“Obviously, everyone has noticed that by talking about me, they make the headlines. It’s free publicity for them.”

Mourinho Moves On After Lamps Snub

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Mourinho instead looked to the future and was happy to have secured the transfer of Ghana midfielder Sulley Muntari from Portsmouth.

He told Sky Sports: "I am not the sort of manager who cries. I look forward and move on.

"I could have waited until August 31 to see what could happen, I am not that type of person.

"When we were sensing the situation was not going to happen, we made our decision and I am very happy to have Muntari.

"He is a good boy, a good player, I always like players who previously worked with good managers and he worked with one of the best in English football, so he will have learned a lot with Harry (Redknapp).

"I prefer to think about Sulley than about Frank Lampard.

"He will be in Chelsea, it is because he will be happy, and I have no more comment about it."

Chelsea Confirms Robinho Bid

Reports in Thursday's newspapers claimed that Blues had lodged a £19.7 million for the former Santos man which have now been confirmed by the London club.



"Further to media reports, Chelsea Football Club can confirm we have made an offer to Real Madrid today for the transfer of Robinho," the London club said on their website.

Robinho has been the topic of much speculations linking him with a move away from the Bernabau. The want away striker has made it no secret and has spoken out in the press that he desires to play for the Blues.

The 24-year-old was also disappointed by the Primera Liga club's insistence that he remain in Spain instead of joining the Brazil Olympic squad, in which he was named as an overage player.

Robinho was reported by the Spanish press as wanting to work with new Chelsea boss and fellow Brazilian Luiz Felipe Scolari

Hoeness Blasts Abramovich - For Oil Prices

Hoeness launched an astonishing attack on the Chelsea Russian Billionaire owner blaming him for the ever increasing oil prices and even called the Russian, “mafia member”. The Bayern Chief had no clue what he was saying, declaring Chelsea the Bundesliga Champions' enemies for the high oil prices.

Hoeness claims Abramovich manages to sign players thanks to the money he ‘steals’ from people when he ‘fixes’ the price of petrol.

“I’m irritated when I have to tank up every week,” he told Spox. “Those petroleum mafias steal our money and use it to sign footballers.

“This stinks and Abramovich is part of this.

“No, he’s not my friend. Those mafias rule the entire world and manipulate petrol’s price.

“Our best revenge would be to beat teams such as Chelsea. It would be a huge satisfaction.”

Sahar Aiming High

Chelsea loaned the highly rated striker to Portsmouth to gain first team exeperience during the forth coming season giving Harry Redknapp an embarrassment of riches in the striking department.

Despite the intense competition for places, Sahar is determined to force himself into Redknapp's reckoning. The Israeli said, "Wembley would be great, especially on my birthday - and against United as well.

"Obviously I want to play every game but we have good strikers, which makes it difficult because I want to show people I can play and score a few goals.

"I'm happy to have the opportunity to fight for a place with such good players. It is not something I fear. I enjoy the competition and if I get my chance I want to make sure I take it.

"The longer pre-season has gone, the sharper I'm feeling and with big games coming up I want to be part of them as well."

Terry Ready To Face Mourinho

Mourinho became an idol during his 3 year stint in the West London winning several major trophies including two premier league titles and an F.A cup. Mourinho had an unbrakeable relationship with his untouchables which also included Terry and was respected by each n every corner of the Stamford Bridge. The charismatic Portuguese left the club during last season by 'mutual consent' following a reported brake-up with the club owner.

Terry said at the prospect of facing his former boss:

"All the lads are already saying we’ll get Inter in the Champions League and you just know we probably will meet them,"

"Jose was a top manager and someone I loved working with," he continued. "But it was a change the club made so we’ve moved on and moved forward.


When Asked on to tell the similarities and differences between Mourinho's and Scolari's coaching styles, the Blues captain said:

"Pre-season has been very different this year," he said. "Under Jose we never did any running but with Scolari we’ve had our trainers on and done 1,000 metres, which is similar to the Vialli and Ranieri style of thinking.

"Now we all feel really good and well prepared for our opener against Portsmouth.



Terry added: "Scolari understands football and the lads. I was really pleased when Peter Kenyon phoned to tell me they were going to announce his appointment.

"I first met him at a game he came to watch and chatted for 15 minutes. I was phoning people afterwards telling them that I’d met him and what a great guy he was. Then it turns out some time later that he’s our new boss."

Ranieri - I'm Still Bitter

Ranieri was infamously sacked by the Russian owner after he failed to deliver any silwerware during the 2003 season. The Stamford Bridge faithful didn't take it as a good omen and concerns were raised about the club's future in the Stanford Bridge stands.

however, Ranieri has spoken of his bitterness after 4 years. He said, "I am bitter. Before Roman Abramovich came to Chelsea, I was doing my job. I carried on doing it for him and wanted to continue. At the end I knew the players and supporters were with me even if the club was not."

On the prospect of being drawn with the Premier League and Champions League runners up, he said: "I would love to play Chelsea. I want to take Juventus to Stamford Bridge, not out of revenge or spite, but just to show the fans, players, and the club, that this is what I do now and this is the team I have built,"

Scolari - No More Cash Splash

Chelsea have been an untouchable spending force in the market when it comes to buying players for half a decade. Since the Russian oil tycoon Roman Abramovich bought the club in 2003, Chelsea have forked out in excess of 500 million pounds on players, most remarkably on the acquisition of Andriy Shevchenko, slaming the British transfer record.




But the recently appointed Blues coach believes that the spending days are over as the Blues already have indispensable quality and a star studded squad. The Blues manager said: "Since I came to Chelsea we have only spent £8million on Deco. Jose Bosingwa arrived before I came."

"Now they don't need to spend as much because they already have a solid base. They need a coach to develop young players and I am that coach."

Ballack - No Injury Worries

Michael Ballack who had an excellent Eoro 2008 campaign n showed his true worth during the later part of the season had been granted an extended break following his marriage. Nonetheless, The German midfield maestro has returned from his honeymoon and has been working extremely hard to catch up with the squad and get back into shape

The German told the official Chelsea website, "It is much harder to work on your own, but now I am with the team and I have extra sessions of my own with the fitness coach. In England you have no winter break so this [the summer rest] is the rest for the whole season - and you need this."




"I hope the body can make a quick recovery. The new fitness is not a problem because if you are one week early or late it is not so important, and there is little difference by the start of the season."

Juve In For Ivanovic

Ivanovic has become a forgotten figure in the Blues ranks since his 9 million pounds move to the West London club. The Serbian defender has yet to make a first team appearance and is believed to be unhappy with the club.

It has widely been tipped that Juventus are interested in signing the 24 year old Blues outcast and the latest reports in England claim that the Serbian is closing in on a move to Bianconeri.



The Juve backline has been at the centre of much criticism so far this season, with many believing that Giorgio Chiellini is the only reliable defender in the squad. Reports claim that Brani isn't the part of Scolari's plans for the next season and a bid of 5 million euros from the Bianconeri may be enough to secure the move to the Old Lady.

Deco In Robinho Plea

The Brazilian born Portuguese has hailed Robinho by rating him Spectacular. Robinho had an amazing season last term with Real Madrid and has vastly been tipped to leave Santiago Bernabau after the talks over new contract stalled last week.

Despite it Los Marengues have insisted on several occasions that they want to keep hold of the tricky winger who was the fundamental figure in last season. They have also reported to have rejected Blues bid of £31.5 million bid.

Deco believes that Robinho would be a perfect addition to the squad and would add an extra dimension to the Blues attack. Deco said in Guardian, "He's a spectacular player,"

"He's got incredible skill, has magic in his feet and is capable of anything on a football pitch.

"His quality is amazing. It would be great if he joined us and he'd be made very welcome here."

"Everybody wants to see good football and, in fact, the first rule for winning football is to make sure we play well," said the Portuguese International.

"This team has players with great quality who can play high-calibre football, good quality and exciting football. It's the responsibility of all the players, not just me, to make sure that happens but I'm more than willing to assume that role. I want to play my part in this team playing exciting football so I'll take on this job happily.

"Opponents will try and stop us, and sometimes our games will not be spectacular. We must make sure we play winning football first and foremost, but we have the capability to make it exciting to watch."

Sheva Keen To Raid Fans Hearts

Andriy Shevchenko has blamed injuries for the two unsuccessful seasons he has had at the Stamford Bridge. The former AC Milan had a glittering goal scoring record before a mega bucks move to the West London Outfit but has seen his time limited on the pitch. Sheva joined Chelsea back in 2006 but has managed only a handful of goals, turning out to be one of the biggest flops in the history as he has weighed in with just nine league goals in that time.

Despite argubaly 2 pathetic seasons in London, the Ukaranian is determined to prove himself and win a place in the hearts of Blues' fans.

“During these two years at Chelsea I had two operations and a serious back injury,” Shevchenko told the club’s official website.

“If I will have the opportunity to train and play without injuries, I would like to leave my mark on the history of Chelsea.

“Injuries constantly kept me out of action.”

I have trained with the team only a week,” Shevchenko added. “The process of recovery is taking place normally and the injury doesn’t bother me.

“It is gratifying that the coach gave me an opportunity to get back to the rhythm of playing [during pre-season].

“We had a good conversation. I’m only now getting into shape and recovering from injury, so prefence is given to those players who are in better form.

“The coach always chooses the best players in order to choose the best scheme. I very much respect Scolari as a man and a great coach.

“I think the challenge for the coach now is to find the optimum team and help the players achieve their best form.

“Scolari has enough players to change the scheme of the game. He will be able to judge the best strategy.”

Robinho In Chelsea Talk

The Brazilian Winger has told the Spanish Newspaper Globoesporte that he is advanced talks with the West Londoners and the move to the Premier League definately on, though insisted nothing has been secured yet.


"The season is only just beginning and I have proposals from other clubs, such as Chelsea," he admitted.

"Nothing is secure, though. We're still talking."

The Brazilian is also upset on his absence from the Olympic squad and is potentialy unhappy with the Madrid's stance not to let him play for his national team in the Olympics.

"It's awful only being able to see the Olympic selection on television," he sighed.

"My intention was to join up with the group, but Real Madrid didn't want to release me. I'm very sorry about that."

Terry - United Have Hit Their Peak

Terry's latest comments follow the claim from Sir Alex Ferguson that there was no room for improvement in the Chelsea squad as all of the senior squad members had passed their best. John Terry in a way has hit out at Scotish tactician by insisting that United have hit their peak in the previous season.

But the real thrust of Ferguson’s argument – that United’s younger side are the team for the future – has also been denied by Terry who has claimed that the reigning European and Premier League champions have reached the pinnacle of their ability.



Instead, the Chelsea captain believes it is Luis Felipe Scolari’s side who will reach ‘another level’ having lost out to their rivals on the final day of the league season and in the final of the Champions League.

“They have had two good years and you have to stand back and take your hat off to them, but we know we were good last year and we have another level to go to,” Terry told Chelsea TV.

“Last year I think we saw the very best of Man United, but we have got an awful lot to come from last year.

“We have got improvements to make but I think Man United are at their peak.”

Despite suggestions that owner Roman Abramovich covets the Champions League more than any other trophy, Terry insists Premier League success is the priority for the coming season.

“The Premier League is the one we are after, we want to get that back,” Terry continued.

“And over the course of the season, to show that consistency and get that back off Man United would be fantastic.”

Ballack Place Not Guaranteed

has told his German midfield Maestro that his first team place isn't presumable presumable.


A report in TheNews Of The World claims that Philn Scolari

The News of the World says the new Blues boss drew up a backbone of nine ‘untouchables' for his first Premier League campaign. They are keeper Petr Cech, defenders John Terry, Ricardo Carvalho, Ashley Cole and Jose Bosingwa, midfielders Michael Essien, Frank Lampard and Deco plus striker Didier Drogba.

Scolari Appreciates Blues Performance Against Milan

It was a thundering display of breath-taking football in Moscow where the Blues totally ripped the 2007 Champions League winners apart. Anelka fired on all cylinders with his 4 strikes catching the eye of Scolari.

“The possibilities are better for the game against Portsmouth than they were before,” Scolari told the club’s official website.

“I am happy because I saw players go up in their level from training the last game.

“It was not the normal Milan, they had four of five players out, big players with quality, but our team played very well and the performance today was better than the four earlier games.”

“The game was important for Anelka but more important for us – the fans, the coach and the other players who will have more confidence in him,” Scolari added.

“Today was good not because he scored four goals but because he played more free and with more quality than in other games.

“He was playing against a big club and to get four goals against Milan, for his confidence it is fantastic and Anelka today and the last game played more inside the penalty area than before.

“That is where I asked him to play and where I need him, not right or left as before, because we have one striker and that is Anelka.”

“I have quality competitive players and they fight for places on the pitch. I have 22 here, five at home. I have a good team.”

Robinho Hands In A Transfer Request

If Marca are to believed then according to their reports Robinho has told the club officials that he wants to join his Brazilian compatriot Scolari at Stamford Bridge and is no longer interested in stayting at Santiago Bernabau.

Marca claims that the tricky forward is fed up with the club's stance not to offer him a contract he is demanding for. He is also reportedly unhappy of being used as a bait by the Madrid giants to lure Ronaldo away from Old Trafford.


Let me go to Chelsea," Marca claim Robinho told Calderón and Schuster. "I want to go to Chelsea in the same wat that Ronaldo wants to come to Madrid. It is the same thing."

Madrid are said to be ready to double his wages but they are still 2 million euros short of what West Londoners have offered him.



Schuster told reporters. "I've talked with him and he knows perfectly that he is an important part of our plans,". "He is a key player and we are not thinking about if he leaves or not."

It could also be a ploy used by him to force the club to offer a contract which meets his demands.

Anelka Impresses Scolari

It was amazingly a one sided affair in Moscow where the Londoners totally ran the show thanks to a great performance by Nicolas Anelka who smashed 4 past Milanese keeper Kalac.

Scolari admired the fact that Anelka was in top form scoring 4 goals in 60 minutes after which he was replaced by Shevchenko who again couldn't score. The frenchman who was played out of position last season is starting to flourish under his new coach.

Scolari said, "This game was important for Anelka but more important for us - the fans, the coach and the other players who will have more confidence in him,"

"Today was good not because he scored four goals but because he played more free and with more quality than in other games.

"He was playing against a big club and to get four goals against Milan, for his confidence it is fantastic."

"Anelka today and in the last game played more inside the penalty area than before," added Scolari.

"That is where I asked him to play and where I need him, not right and left as before, because we have one striker and that is Anelka."

And with Drogba getting ever closer to returning to training after a knee injury, Scolari admits he has some tough decisions to make before meaningful action begins.

"Maybe I will receive good news about Drogba and we have 12 days to train and maybe we will have something I don't expect," he said.

"I have quality, competitive players and they fight for places on the pitch. I have 22 here, five at home. I have a good team."

Chelsea Defeat Milan By 5 Goals - Match Report

Chelsea demolished the weakened Milan side thanks to the 4 goals houl by Nicolas Anelka. Milan were short of strikers as the Brazilian duo of Pato and Ronaldinho are away on international duty and the injuries to FIFA World Player of the Year Kaka and Borellio.

Frank Lampard opened the scoring before Nicolas Anelka bagged four goals as the Londoners won the third-place play-off in the Railways Cup pre-season tournament.

A strong Chelsea line-up saw Michael Ballack make his first appearance of the summer following his late return to the squad after Euro 2008 duty with Germany.

But it was his central midfield partner Lampard who put Phil Scolari's side ahead in the second minute when his curling free-kick went through the legs of Milan keeper Zeljko Kalac.

It was two in the eighth minute when Anelka latched on to a poor defensive header to fire home from the edge of the area.

And the Frenchman added a third 10 minutes later when Kalac's day went from bad to worse.

Attempting to clear a routine backpass, the Australian kicked nothing but air to allow Anelka to steal in and tap into an empty net.

Chelsea dominated the game and Shaun Wright-Phillips nearly headed a fourth soon afterwards as the Blues looked to make amends for their shootout defeat to Lokomotiv Moscow two days ago.

A Milan side with no recognised strikers, but featuring former Arsenal star Mathieu Flamini in midfield, provided little resistance and Anelka completed his hat-trick six minutes after the break.

Deco played in Florent Malouda down the left and the winger's cross found his countryman, who headed accurately into the corner of the net.

Remarkably if was four for Anelka and five for Chelsea in the 58th minute when another flowing move down the left ended with Malouda crossing once more for the former Bolton striker to volley home.

Drogba Set For A New Contract

Didier Drogba is set to be offered a new contract by Chelsea which would effectively put an end to a long running uncertainty regarding his future. Drogba expressed his anger and blasted the club for sacking Mourinho, thus speculations started to errupt regarding his future.

Luiz Felipe Scolari, is in regular contact with the injured striker and wants the club to agree a new £100,000-a-week deal to keep the Ivorian power-house at Stamford Bridge. Drogba's current sallery stands at £70,000 and has a contract which doesnt run out until the July of 2010. The new terms would be on the table when Felipao n the players return from their preseason tour.

It is understood, Drogba has convinced manager Scolari that he has his heart with Chelsea and he is ready to fire on all cylinders for the next season.



The Ivorian said, Chelsea want to speak and I am open to that. Money is not the decisive factor. If Chelsea put their confidence in me, it will be possible to accept the proposal.'

Gilliani Again Rules Out Sheva Swoop

Adriano Galliani has again quashed reports that the former Balloon d'Or winner is set to join the Rossoneri any soon. Scolari today has indicated that the Ukranian hitman wouldn't be in the starting lineup for their season opener against Pompey giving air to the specultions that it might be an end of a dismal spell for Andriy in England.



"In Europe, the prices for players are impossible," said Galliani

"It's right for us to have the right mix of players such as well established ones like Ronaldinho and young players like Cardaccio and Viudez.

"As for Shevchenko and Kaka? Those players are under contract with their clubs and they will not leave.

"Neither player will leave Milan or Chelsea and there is no point in disturbing them."

Wright Phillips Wont Quit Chelsea

Wright Phillips has impressed his new boss a lot and has been in good form lately. Though He has had a good preseason, he admitted the chance he missed against Moscow should have been put away by him.

He said, "I had a chance and should have scored which would have killed the game, and I am upset with myself because in training I always make the keeper work. I didn't this time.

"There were other chances but now move on and we have to get back on par with how we played in other games."



He added: "I was nervous walking up even though it was only a friendly tournament. We practiced them the day before and I just stuck with what I had done there. I took a side-footer and hit the post, the rest I drilled into the bottom corner so I did that.

"It was disappointing and we keep losing on penalties - we're not happy about it."

"It's nice for the boss to say I am an important part of the squad and I'm not really a person to quit on anything either.

"My room is everyone's meeting point, so we're just chilling and having some banter. It brings us all together - we've been mainly playing computer games

"There are a few bad players, but I won't mention any names! Joe Cole has been mentioned previously I think, but he has done okay."
"I can fight for my place as long as I am here and will continue to do so."

Frank 'Wanted To Leave' - Reveals Moratti

The owner of current Italian Champions Internazionale has revealed that he is certain, Lampard wanted to leave Stamford Bridge to rejoin with his predecessor Mourinho in hunt of a new challenge.

Moratti told Sky Sports Italia, "Was I disappointed by his attitude? Not at all, I found him to be very serious and focused.

"He wanted to leave Chelsea, I am certain of that, although it created a lot of anxiety for him and in fact he remained because of family matters.

"He stayed for his father, who he is extremely close to, and for his whole environment. Therefore he was unable to create that split that they expected and we were hoping for."



"Mourinho did hope for this move, but we knew it was going to be difficult.

"So instead we thought of a player who in terms of age and wages is a good deal: I am happy that Sulley Ali Muntari has arrived."

Cech- Chelsea Simply Have To Win Silverware

Cech who has always been considered as one of the most dependable shot stoppers in the world admitted that the Players were devastated last season by the team’s failure to land any silverware.

“To not win anything was a new experience for a lot of us," said the Czech International

"It was a strange feeling. It was very disappointing because we want to be first, we don't want to be second. It has given us the motivation for the new season.

“No-one has had to say anything to each other in the dressing-room about putting it right - everyone knows that second place isn't good enough for Chelsea.

"We want to win trophies. That is what the aim has been from the moment we all turned up for pre-season training."

Sheva First To Face The Chop

Big Phil has put an end any hopes of Sheva being a regular 11 by saying that the former AC Milan fan favorite would be left rotting on the bench for their season opener against Pompey on August 17, 2008. The Ukranian has had a miserable two years at the Bridge after the Blues payed a British record fee of 31 million euros to the Milanese side.

Felipao suggested that he would have a struggle to break into his Chelsea side in the coming campaign. Sheva again had a nightmare when he missed the only spot kick of the shoot out yesterday, leaving Felipao with his first defeat of Chelsea reign.

Scolari said: "I came here to this tournament to look at my team for the game against Portsmouth and I need to prepare my team for that game.

"If I have a chance to put three or four more players into the game, I will. If not, I will follow my idea for the game against Portsmouth.



"I'm not thinking about giving Shevchenko a game. If I need to put him or Franco Di Santo in the game, I will, but my idea is about Portsmouth. I know 75% of my team. Now, maybe 85%."