Chelsea have just sold cover full-back Celestine Babayaro to Newcastle United.
Jose Mourinho is not happy with Wayne Bridge's performances this season.
Chelsea have a buying policy of getting the best on the market - it's a moot point about the actual signings but the policy is sound.
Ashley Cole is the best left-back in the country - his Euro 2004 performances confirm this.
Chelsea do not care how others view their business operations- they see any veto on how they conduct business as a restriction of trade.
Gossip - Steven Gerard has already spoken to Chelsea about a summer move to the Bridge.
Ashley Cole already had talks about becoming the best paid full-back in footballing history and a chance to join a club that will be dominate for the next five years at least - with trophies to follow.
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