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eetu.ikola

Eetu Ikola is a FInnish sport writer who has written for about the Premier League Valioliiga in his native country, and for Chelsea News since 2016. A keen footballer in his spare time, he's likes nothing more than overlapping down the right for his club side in Helsinki. He has supported Chelsea since 2009, and still hopes they will one day sign a Finn.

(Video): Alvaro Morata breaks deadlock for Chelsea with superb header

by on Dec 26, 2017, 4:13pm
Chelsea have taken the lead thanks to another great combo from Azpi and Alvaro!

Chelsea vs Brighton – Confirmed Line-ups

by on Dec 26, 2017, 2:02pm
Chelsea are set to face Brighton inside an hour and the team news are officially in!

How Blues fans reviewed Chelsea’s season so far – Worst player, who to sell & more

by on Dec 26, 2017, 6:53am
After our own half-season review, we wanted to see how the rest of the Blues fans' rated Chelsea's first half of the campaign.

Half-season review: Chelsea’s best performers, ideal January transfers & more

by on Dec 25, 2017, 3:06pm
The season is closing in its half-way point, and it's time to take a look at how Chelsea have met their targets so far.

Predicted XI: Two key Spaniards return to Chelsea line-up against Brighton

by on Dec 24, 2017, 11:50am
Chelsea are expected to make at least three changes to the starting line-up for our Boxing Day clash against Brighton at the Bridge.

Chelsea flop ‘pushing’ to make new breakthrough under Antonio Conte

by on Dec 24, 2017, 10:45am
Baba Rahman is determined to fight for his place in the Chelsea team, but will he get such chance?

Chelsea’s failure in title race down to one big transfer mistake

by on Dec 24, 2017, 9:22am
According to Dennis Wise, Chelsea haven't been able to keep up with Manchester City due to the absene of Diego Costa.

Chelsea star slams Antonio Conte for poor team selection against Everton

by on Dec 24, 2017, 12:49am
Thibaut Courtois was not happy with the goalless draw and thinks it may have been manager Antonio Conte's team selection's fault.

Everton 0-0 Chelsea – Player Ratings

by on Dec 23, 2017, 4:07pm
Chelsea fail to make chances pay as the Blues miss an outlet.

Chelsea planning January swoop for former Manchester United winger

by on Dec 18, 2017, 8:49am
Wilfried Zaha has played a huge part in Crystal Palace's recent uprising, and is now a major transfer target for the Blues.

Chelsea wing-back could sign for Premier League rivals in January

by on Dec 17, 2017, 7:00pm
Nathan Ake was a huge success when he moved out on loan to Bournemouth, so why not give it a go with Dujon Sterling?

Antonio Conte emerges as shock candidate for Real Madrid job

by on Dec 17, 2017, 5:51pm
With Zinedine Zidane's contract set to run out at the end of the season, Real Madrid are keeping a close eye on Antonio Conte.

Antonio Conte faces big dilemma ahead of League Cup tie against Bournemouth

by on Dec 17, 2017, 2:44pm
Antonio Conte is facing a big selection dilemma ahead of Chelsea's league cup tie against Bournemouth next Wednesday.

Antonio Conte plotting shock January move for ex-Chelsea forward

by on Dec 13, 2017, 6:33pm
Chelsea are planning to make a shocking January move for Liverpool's former Blue.

Alex Sandro makes decision on future club between Chelsea and Man United

by on Dec 13, 2017, 12:00pm
Chelsea are reportedly in pole position to finally sign Alex Sandro from Juventus.

“It’s bullsh*t, bullsh*t!” – Antonio Conte gives big speech on Chelsea’s title hopes

by on Dec 13, 2017, 7:34am
Antonio Conte handed no apologies to the fans as he kept on writing off Chelsea's title hopes.

Eden Hazard gives away MOTM award while laughing off Chelsea’s title hopes

by on Dec 13, 2017, 6:37am
Eden Hazard and Willian were interviewed on BT Sport following Chelsea's 3-1 win over Huddersfield Town on Tuesday evening.

Alvaro Morata ruled out of tonight’s Huddersfield clash

by on Dec 12, 2017, 6:29am
Alvaro Morata has been ruled out of Chelsea's visit to Huddersfield Town due to fatigue and a back problem.

Chelsea hold talks with Bayer Leverkusen over £20m January deal

by on Dec 10, 2017, 7:45pm
Chelsea are after a 20-year-old Bundesliga starlet as Antonio Conte calls for January reinforcements.

Chelsea to loan Belgian forward away this January

by on Dec 10, 2017, 7:06pm
Antonio Conte is ready to allow Chelsea's Belgian forward to move away from the club temporarily to increase his chances of playing in the World Cup next summer.