KIERAN GILL: Alonso has held private talks with Estevao Willian amid speculation that Chelsea's Brazilian boy wonder is concerned with his lack of opportunities and new manager's vision for him.

Gary Neville says Chelsea are going in the ‘right direction’ under Xabi Alonso and should finish no lower than third in the Premier League this season. After winning their opening two matches against Fulham and Brighton,

Morgan Rogers was Chelsea’s big addition this summer, and the story of how he came to Stamford Bridge is an interesting one.If you enjoy Talk Chelsea coverage and want to see more of it, add us as

Mikel Arteta has lauded Xabi Alonso and Chelsea for their shrewd acquisition of Emiliano Martinez as Arsenal prepare to host their London rivals in a blockbuster early-season clash. The Spanish tactician believes the World Cup-winning goalkeeper is exactly what the Blues needed to solidify their defence and significantly enhance their Premier League title credentials this term.

Mikel Arteta and Xabi Alonso bring their lifelong friendship from San Sebastian to the London derby as the Gunners look to defend their crown against a rebuilding Blues squad.

Chelsea's Morgan Rogers was mocked by Arsenal fans on Sunday in response to a comment he made earlier in the summer after joining the Blues, with the Gunners also having chased his signature