Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

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Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by linkenholtroyal » 27 Aug 2021 19:55

According to CF we are working on another seasons loan for another Chelsea Defensive midfielder. I assume it’s Drinkwater or Baker or Tariq Uwakwe. They also have Bakayoko but I assume we would be out of that league.

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Hendo » 27 Aug 2021 20:05

Ampadu? But yeah would assume it’s Drinkwater or Baker, both of whom I’d take in a heartbeat.

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Brogue » 27 Aug 2021 20:46

Yes please to drinkwater :shock:

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Notts Royal » 27 Aug 2021 21:20

Where’s TBD meant to be playing then? Thought he was brought in to play central mid?

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Felt91 » 27 Aug 2021 21:29

Baker to mayb replace Laurent who could be off rather then lose for free?


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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Stranded » 27 Aug 2021 21:38

Talks are fir an experienced midfielder, so I think you are definitely looking at the likes of Baker, Drinkwater or even Barkley.

None have them have squad numbers and the first two are very unlikely to get Premier League interest. Barkley still might.

Would like Baker but just have a sneaky feeling it's going to be Drinkwater.

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Sutekh » 27 Aug 2021 22:43

Notts Royal Where’s TBD meant to be playing then? Thought he was brought in to play central mid?


TBD is an attacking midfielder.

Another midfield option at Chelsea seemingly not going to be involved with their main squad is Tiémoué Bakayoko.

Danny Drinkwater’s career has dropped off a cliff since joining Chelsea what with injuries and off the field doings.

Ethan Ampadu though would be a good shout, give a bit of cover in central defence too, therefore he might be the best bet as to who it is.

Think though I’d prefer Lewis Baker if I had a choice as you know what you’ll get.

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Zip » 28 Aug 2021 01:40

Ampadu is a beast. Would be brilliant if we got him. Baker would be a very close second. Either would be brilliant.

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Stranded » 28 Aug 2021 06:41

Bakayoko would fit the rumoured bill of an experienced midfielder. Ampadu not so much.

Can't see it though, has been at Milan, Monaco and Napoli in the past 3 seasons - he would be an absolute monster at this level. Almost a cheat code.


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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Stranded » 28 Aug 2021 06:50

This morning though I am convinced it will be Baker.

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Hound » 28 Aug 2021 07:51

Something in the sun about them looking to get rid of drinkwater. But I suppose that was a given anyway

He’s 31 now. Would be more of a gamble than Baker.

Baker did pretty well last season in Turkey from the look of it

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Stranded » 28 Aug 2021 08:23

Hound Something in the sun about them looking to get rid of drinkwater. But I suppose that was a given anyway

He’s 31 now. Would be more of a gamble than Baker.

Baker did pretty well last season in Turkey from the look of it


Drinkwater is a weird one. If he had stayed at Leicester and just slowly been phased out, I would probably be more keen on the potential signing but just feel he's been ruined by the Chelsea experience.

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by NathStPaul » 28 Aug 2021 08:30

Would be very interested in Baker. Can play a bit further forward if needed too, might offer some much needed relief to John Swift who absolutely will get injured soon if he continues to play every game.


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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Hound » 28 Aug 2021 08:43

Halilovic looks a swift cover to me

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Once upon a time . » 28 Aug 2021 09:41

They all sound good to me ————- but I bet they don’t to Tetek

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by URZZZZ » 28 Aug 2021 09:48

Hound Halilovic looks a swift cover to me


Will play anywhere in the midfield three behind the striker but predominantly used on the right during Meite’s absence

Imagine at full strength we’ll line up as Halilovic - Swift - Ejaria with the likes of Azeez, Hoilett and FDB as backup

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by TiagoIlori » 28 Aug 2021 10:58

Exclusives has rubbished any chance of Baker but didn’t dismiss an experienced defensive minded midfielder coming in yesterday. Definitely not a silly signing like Bakayoko either as is allegedly going to Milan. Has to be Drinkwater.

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by TiagoIlori » 28 Aug 2021 11:24

Exclusives has now confirmed Drinkwater IS the target.

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Pepe the Horseman » 28 Aug 2021 11:25

I'm up for this as long as we can call him Danny Drip Drip.

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Re: Chelsea defensive midfielder on loan

by Simon's Church » 28 Aug 2021 11:51

Danny Drenthewater?

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