Off-Season Report: Chelsea

A quick at look at Chelsea in the news this off-season.

Ancellotti in Charge: Carlo Ancellotti, the former AC Milan boss is now in charge at Stamford Bridge. He has some key decisions to make in terms of what direction he wants to take Chelsea in. He tried to bring some of the Rossoneri with him to the Bridge, including Kaka, who signed with Real Madrid, and Clarence Sedorf.

However, he may be able to woo 19-year-old Brazil international Pato from A.C. Milan. The Rossoneri striker is currently in talks with Ancellotti, whom Pato credits with jumpstarting his Italian career.

"He is an extraordinary man. It's thanks to Ancellotti that I have been able to emerge at AC Milan and in Italian football. Before I decide my future, I want to talk to him," Pato told Gazzetto del Sporto.

Ancellotti’s next target is Atletico Madrid striker Sergio Aguero. Gary Jacob and James Ducker of The Times reported that Chelsea made a 45 million pound bid for the Argentine striker.

“The 21-year-old has cut a reputation as one of the most skilful second strikers around and could potentially be an excellent foil for Didier Drogba. He scored 17 goals last season to boot.”



Another huge factor is the fate of Didier Drogba. Drogba floundered under Scolari, but was re-energized under interim manager Guss Hiddink. It appeared that his contract would be renewed at the end of the season, however, his antics after the Blues’ UEFA Champions League semi-final loss to Barcelona had fans and critics calling for Drogba to be released. However, Drogba recently affirmed his commitment to Chelsea, and it appears the feeling is mutual in the Chelsea boardroom.