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Absolutely, in the current system. Should roles/positions/systems etc change then it’s still the same for me. We change to a system where Kante, Jorginho & someone like Kovacic are deemed the best options? Nope, my original statement stands - Kovacic is still behind Barkley and RLC. I have no idea what formation, tactics, personnel & opponent would make that ^^^ midfield seem the best option but that’s for Frank to worry about.

Absolutely, in the current system. Should roles/positions/systems etc change then it’s still the same for me. We change to a system where Kante, Jorginho & someone like Kovacic are deemed the best options? Nope, my original statement stands - Kovacic is still behind Barkley and RLC. I have no idea what formation, tactics, personnel & opponent would make that ^^^ midfield seem the best option but that’s for Frank to worry about.

No idea what formation we’ll play next season but if it’s a case of him or Pedro then I’d pick Pedro every time. Willian is a good squad player but not much more for me, I’m sure he’ll throw a strop if he’s dropped or edit Frank out of some pictures. There’s no real reason why it should irk me as much as it does but why should he get the number 10 shirt (if true)? Not because it’s been used by great players before him but he’s been 22 since he signed, just stick with it, surely?? Azpi could have had 2 at some point but stuck with 28, Luiz could have gone back to 4 but stuck with 30. I understand the change if it’s only been a season or 2 and ‘your’ number becomes free but 6 years? No, come on. Irrational rant over.

Not ahead of Barkley, Kante or RLC for me. Only advantage over the latter is a pre-season.

As someone who has no insight into transfer negotiations, how the club & CHO negotiate, what it all entails and how involved contracts can be I’m gonna say... sod it, sell him. I think he’s going to see how much he plays this season and if it’s every game and he wins us the CL he’ll go Madrid on a free. If it’s hardly anything he’ll go to Bayern on a free. Whatever happens, he won’t be signing a contract. Might be OTT with that first example but that’s how rational I’m feeling about this whole thing.

Not seen him made a good tactical change yet.

The local shops are going to see a decline in fag sales that's for sure.

I understand why some fans feel the need to be negative and concerned, I'm usually one of the worse but I'm hoping, if nothing else, we can just enjoy this moment.

Chelsea's official Twitter account has announced it. The tears are real.

Could today ACTUALLY be the day? ?

Are those pictures genuine? i.e. actually taken today?

Lost his job? I thought he was freelance? And yes a Spud?! FFS. And yes, he seemed to claim racism is every other bloody tweet he received.

God he winds me up, used to enjoy his contents then a few years ago I found he turned into a narcissistic self-righteous prick.

Only another 48 hours before it’s announced.

I have no problem with a Derby fan feeling that way but could you kindly elaborate? I don’t know all the facts in the case, I have zero behind the scenes knowledge but judging from that statement - you do. So providing the detailed information you have of Chelsea & what we’ve done, Lampard & what he’s done and Derby & what you’ve done would aid in determining the validity of your remark. In addition all the communication, finances, correspondence, talks that you’ve seen to, again, substantiate your claim would be most helpful. Once you’ve shared everything you know it’ll be easier to determine. I look forward to your reply. Thank you.