Ancelotti takes up 50 million pound job with ChelseaJune 1st, 2009 LONDON - Former A C Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti has accepted a 50 million pound assignment with Chelsea, which is owned by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich. The Italian coach, 49, has been tasked with the responsibility of bringing the Premier League trophy back to Stamford Bridge.
Ancelotti decides to give Chelsea coaching job a missMay 25th, 2009 ROME - A C Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti has decided to give the Chelsea coaching job a miss, by saying that he will stay on at the San Siro next season. "I am Milan coach until June 30, 2010.
Becks warns Blues about Carlos Ancelotti's hairdryer treatmentMay 19th, 2009 LONDON - Former England captain David Beckham has told Chelsea's stars to beware the Carlo Ancelotti hairdryer treatment. The England midfielder warned that Ancelotti could deliver Alex Ferguson-style blasts at anyone who does not perform.
Carlo Ancelotti confirms he'll take up Chelsea jobMay 18th, 2009 LONDON - Carlo Ancelotti has announced that he will take over as Chelsea's manager this summer. An official confirmation is likely to come this week-as soon as AC Milan decides on his successor.
Chelsea will drive you mad, Hiddink warns successor AncelottiMay 16th, 2009 LONDON - Chelsea's Dutch coach Guus Hiddink has warned his successor Carlos Ancelotti that the club's players can drive you mad. Hiddink will leave Stamford Bridge after tomorrow's final home match against Blackburn.
Chelsea seek answer from AncelottiMay 12th, 2009 LONDON - Chelsea representatives have met AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti to take a decision on the post of manager of the Premier League club next season, British news reports said Tuesday. The Guardian reported that club officials travelled to Milan Monday for face-to-face talks after Ancelotti suggested he would prefer to remain at San Siro.
Fergie predicts Man U Vs Chelsea Champions League finalMay 3rd, 2009 LONDON - Sir Alex Ferguson is predicting a repeat of the 2008 Champions League final in Rome between Manchester United and Chelsea. The United boss believes Chelsea will be too powerful for Barcelona at Stamford Bridge on Wednesday night.
AC Milan plans to sign Beckham permanently by year-endApril 29th, 2009 LONDON - AC Milan boss Carlo Ancelotti has revealed his plans to sign ace England midfielder David Beckham on a permanent basis by the end of the year. Beckham was meant to return to the Los Angeles Galaxy last month, but Ancelotti struck a deal with the MLS side to extend the 33-year-old's short-term loan deal at the San Siro until the end of the Serie A campaign.
Chelsea players party after thrilling triumph over LiverpoolApril 16th, 2009 LONDON - England and Chelsea star Frank Lampard enjoyed a well deserved night out after Chelsea's thrilling triumph over arch rivals Liverpool yesterday. The midfielder - who scored twice as the Blues drew 4-4 to go through 7-5 on aggregate in the Champions League quarter-final - started his celebrations with dinner at Carpaccio restaurant in Chelsea with his father Frank senior, team mate Petr Cech and others.
Ancelotti to get a million pounds for every trophy he wins for ChelseaApril 11th, 2009 LONDON - Carlo Ancelotti has been promised a million pounds for every trophy that he wins as Chelsea boss apart from his contract worth five million pounds a year tax free. Details of the amazing offer emerged as Guus Hiddink spelt out why it is impossible for him to stay on at Stamford Bridge beyond the end of the season.
Ancelotti ready to take over as Chelsea's new coachApril 9th, 2009 LONDON - AC Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti has told Chelsea that he is ready to take over from stopgap boss Guus Hiddink. Ancelotti has promised Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich that he is willing to join the club this summer, The Sun reported.
Chelsea defeat Liverpool to enter Champions League semi-finalsApril 9th, 2009 LONDON - Chelsea FC propelled itself into the semi-finals of the Champions League on Wednesday, thanks to a stunning double strike by Branislav Ivanovic. Chelsea defeated Liverpool FC by three goals to one.
Chelsea hoping to bid for Brazilian soccer star RobinhoMarch 17th, 2009 LONDON - Roman Abramovich-owned Chelsea Football Club is hoping to recruit Brazilian star Robinho provided he is in form. According to The Sun, the club will study Robinho's form over the next month - to decide whether to bid for him.
Beckham has exceeded all expectations during his stay: AC Milan coachMarch 12th, 2009 LONDON - Ac Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti has admitted that ace England midfielder David Beckham has exceeded all expectations during his first two months as an club player on the day it was confirmed he will remain with San Siro until June 30. The England international arrived in Italy in January in what was largely regarded as a publicity stunt by the Serie A club, but has since become an essential part of Ancelotti's side.
Chelsea sign winger Quaresma on loanFebruary 2nd, 2009 LONDON - Chelsea signed Ricardo Quaresma on loan from Internazionale shortly before the transfer deadline Monday. The Portugal winger has been out of favour at the San Siro, despite being one of manager Jose Mourinho's first signings after taking the job last summer.