Chelsea Rumors Central (from L to R): Real Madrid's Dani Carvajal, Southampton's Victor Wanyama, and FC Sion's Moussa Konate. (Photo : Reuters)
Jose Mourinho and his gang are given a break as they managed to carve out a 2-0 win against old nemesis Arsenal last Saturday at the Stamford Bridge. The season may still be saved as The Chosen One looks at a La Liga star to replace his underperforming defender while also challenging the Gunners again to two up-and-coming players in the winter transfer window.
Mourinho eyes Real Madrid's Dani Carvajal to fill-in for Branislav Ivanovic: Mourinho is targeting the Los Blancos right back as his veteran defender had been out of form six games into the new season.
Reports from Spain are saying that the 23-year-old Spaniard had been unhappy with Rafa Benitez's acquisition of Danilo as it relegated him to the bench.
While Father Time is allegedly catching up with Ivanovic, there are still other options available in the Blues' lineup, such as César Azpilicueta and Baba Rahman. Verdict: Fiction.
Chelsea set to rival Arsenal for Southampton's Victor Wanyama: Reports are out that Mourinho is planning on a £20-million swoop for the 24-year-old Arsenal target in January.
It was said that the Portuguese mentor wants improvement in his midfield and the Kenyan defensive midfielder is the right man for the job.
The feeling is reportedly mutual as Wanyama allegedly wants out of Southampton even before his contract expires next season. Verdict: Fact.
Blues to bid £10 million for another Gunners target Moussa Konate: The 22-year-old Senegalese forward is an up-and-coming talent that could boost the front end of any team's offensive attack, and Chelsea wants to challenge Arsenal again for this boy.
Other English clubs Everton, West Ham, and Tottenham are reportedly interested in Konate as well, so it should be an interesting winter for the FC Sion standout. Verdict: Fact.
