Follow Kevin: https://x.com/kevinhatchard Daniel Childs is joined by Bundesliga commentator & expert Kevin Hatchard to talk about Chelsea signing Jamie Gittens, whether he is a good fit for Enzo Maresca's tactics. His development in the Bundesliga with Borussia Dortmund and how he can adapt to life in the Premier League. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: h...
Jul 02, 2025•19 min
Daniel Childs reacts to the latest Chelsea transfer news as Noni Madueke is linked with a summer move to Arsenal as Chelsea plan their attacking depth under Enzo Maresca for the new season. LINKS: Matt Law: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2025/07/01/chelsea-nine-man-plan-more-attacking-transfers/ Jacob Steinberg: https://www.theguardian.com/football/2025/jul/01/chelsea-enzo-maresca-search-for-unpredictability-transfer-strategy LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of...
Jul 01, 2025•14 min
FOLLOW Ryan: https://x.com/ryanadsett Daniel Childs is joined by Brighton fan and content creator Ryan Adsett to talk about Chelsea signing Joao Pedro and what the forward could bring to Enzo Maresca's squad next season. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofchelsea.bsky.social X: https://twitter.com/SonOfChelsea Instagram: https://ww...
Jun 30, 2025•18 min
Daniel Childs reacts to the Chelsea transfer news that the Blues have agreed a deal to sign Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund this summer. Chelsea have made a bold and potentially brilliant move by signing Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund. In this video, we break down why this transfer makes a lot of sense, how Gittens fits into Chelsea's long-term project, and why fans should be paying attention. Is he the next breakout star at Stamford Bridge? LINKS: Athletic piece: https://www.nytimes....
Jun 29, 2025•10 min
Daniel Childs reacts to Chelsea's 4-1 win over Benfica in the FIFA Club World Cup on Saturday night in Charlotte. With goals from Reece James, Angel Di Maria, Christopher Nkunku, Pedro Neto and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall. Reacting to the madness of the weather break, Enzo Maresca's new Chelsea system and more. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/prof...
Jun 29, 2025•21 min
Daniel Childs reacts to the latest Chelsea transfer news as Chelsea compete with Newcastle for Brighton forward Joao Pedro. Along with linked to Mohammed Kudus from West Ham. Also looking recent reports about Josh Acheampong and Andrey Santos, discussing strong quotes from Enzo Maresca from the Club World Cup. LINKS: Joao Pedro: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6330808/2025/06/28/joao-pedro-transfer-chelsea-newcastle/?source=emp_shared_article Nizaar Kinsella: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/footbal...
Jun 28, 2025•21 min
Daniel Childs previews Chelsea's Last 16 clash with Benfica at the FIFA Club World Cup. Discussing the predicted Chelsea lineup from Enzo Maresca, team news and tactics ahead of Saturday night. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofchelsea.bsky.social X: https://twitter.com/SonOfChelsea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonofchelse...
Jun 27, 2025•13 min
Buy Sanctioned: The Inside Story of the Sale of Chelsea FC: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sanctioned-Inside-Story-Sale-Chelsea/dp/1785909894 Daniel Childs speaks to Nick Purewal on his new Chelsea book Sanctioned: The Inside Story of the Sale of Chelsea FC. Nick explains why he decided the write the book, interviewing both Roman Abramovich and Todd Boehly about the sanctions and takeover process. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notif...
Jun 26, 2025•38 min
Daniel Childs reacts to Chelsea's 3-0 win over ES Tunis in the FIFA Club World Cup on Tuesday in Philly. With goals from Tosin, Liam Delap and Tyrique George. Breaking down Enzo Maresca's Chelsea lineup, the performance of Liam Delap, brilliance of Enzo Fernandez and more. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofchelsea.bsky.social X: h...
Jun 25, 2025•21 min
Daniel Childs previews Chelsea's final FIFA Club World Cup group game against Tunisian side Espérance Sportive de Tunis.What changes will Enzo Maresca make to Chelsea's lineup? Will Andrey Santos finally appear? LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofchelsea.bsky.social X: https://twitter.com/SonOfChelsea Instagram: https://www.instagr...
Jun 24, 2025•19 min
Daniel Childs reacts to the latest Chelsea transfer news as reports suggest Chelsea and Arsenal enquired for PSG winger Bradley Barcola. Jamie Gittens remains the top target despite Bayern interest. What about Noni Madueke and Nicolas Jackson? Both being linked to exits and whether that is a good idea? Also looking at the latest goalkeeper news with Mike Maignan still being talked about and Robert Sanchez linked to West Ham. LINKS: Barcola: https://www.getfootballnewsfrance.com/2025/psg-turn-dow...
Jun 23, 2025•26 min
Daniel Childs reacts to Chelsea's dismal 3-1 loss to Flamengo in the FIFA Club World Cup on Friday in Philadelphia. Looking at the goals, Enzo Maresca's lineup and tactics, Nicolas Jackson red card and where is Andrey Santos? LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofchelsea.bsky.social X: https://twitter.com/SonOfChelsea Instagram: https...
Jun 20, 2025•18 min
Daniel Childs previews Chelsea's FIFA Club World Cup second group game against Flamengo in Philadelphia on Friday. Looking at Enzo Maresca's Chelsea lineup, does Liam Delap start, will we see Andrey Santos feature too? LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofchelsea.bsky.social X: https://twitter.com/SonOfChelsea Instagram: https://www....
Jun 19, 2025•16 min
Daniel Childs reacts to the news by Matt Law that Mykhailo Mudryk has been charged with doping offences by the FA. Mudryk was provisionally suspended while he and Chelsea waited for the results of a B sample, and the FA have now confirmed that he has been charged. LINKS: Matt Law piece: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2025/06/18/mykhailo-mudryk-charged-fa-doping/ LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.l...
Jun 18, 2025•12 min
Daniel Childs reacts to the Premier League fixtures being released for 2025/26. Opening the season at home to Crystal Palace in August, reacting to the fixtures across the festive period, the run-in and more. Focusing on the hopes under Enzo Maresca for the Premier League season with the addition of Champions League football.What are your thoughts on the fixtures? LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1T...
Jun 18, 2025•14 min
Daniel Childs reacts to the latest Chelsea transfer news as the Blues are linked to Lyon's 20-year old winger Malick Fofana by David Ornstein. Looking at his stats compared to other Chelsea targets like Jamie Gittens. Are there other transfer alternatives this summer? Also looking at the latest on Djordje Petrovic leaving the club and the goalkeeper situation. LINKS: Fofana: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6399213/2025/06/16/chelsea-transfers-malick-fofana/ MobyChe: https://x.com/MobyChe/status...
Jun 17, 2025•24 min
Daniel Childs reviews Chelsea's 2-0 win over LAFC in their opening game of the FIFA Club World Cup in Atlanta with goals from Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez. How did Liam Delap do on his Chelsea debut and how the tournament is being viewed. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofchelsea.bsky.social X: https://twitter.com/SonOfChelsea In...
Jun 16, 2025•17 min
Daniel Childs in today's podcast discusses Chelsea transfers and the summer transfer window so far and whether fans are right to be concerned so early? Given the failures to sign Mike Maignan and Jamie Gittens, criticism of Chelsea's sporting directors and overall strategy. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofchelsea.bsky.social X: h...
Jun 12, 2025•24 min
Daniel Childs reacts to Chelsea's FIFA Club World Cup Squad announcement before Enzo Maresca and his squad head out to the United States for the tournament next week. With the inclusion of Andrey Santos, Liam Delap and more, along with some other surprises ahead of the tournament. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofchelsea.bsky.soc...
Jun 11, 2025•16 min
Daniel Childs reacts to the news that Chelsea's proposed transfer for Mike Maignan is off before the Club World Cup. Fabrizio Romano confirming that Chelsea are not willing pay a "CWC tax". LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofchelsea.bsky.social X: https://twitter.com/SonOfChelsea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonofchelsea Ti...
Jun 10, 2025•18 min
Daniel Childs goes through his player ratings for Chelsea across the 2024/25 campaign now the season is complete. SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofchelsea.bsky.social X: https://twitter.com/SonOfChelsea Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sonofchelsea TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sonofchelsea 👉 Read my Substack: https://therationalperspective.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...
Jun 06, 2025•31 min
Daniel Childs reacts to the latest Chelsea transfer news as Mike Maignan wants to join the Blues but negotiations with AC Milan continue. Liam Delap joins the club and gives first interview, taking the No.9 shirt. Also, rumours of a Chelsea transfer bid for Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofche...
Jun 05, 2025•21 min
Daniel Childs reacts to the latest Chelsea transfer news as AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan is linked to the club, with belief a move could happen this summer. Plus, reacting to the news that Jadon Sancho is being sent back to Manchester United after his loan ends. LINKS: Matt Law: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2025/06/03/chelsea-pay-5m-penalty-jadon-sancho-returns-man-utd/Athletic: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6390146/2025/06/03/transfer-news-latest-manchester-uniter-arsenal-real-ma...
Jun 03, 2025•16 min
Daniel Childs reacts to the latest Chelsea transfer news as the Blues are linked with a £50m deal to sign Jamie Gittens from Dortmund. Rumours around Hugo Ekitike and potential outgoings from Stamford Bridge in the transfer window. LINKS: Gittens: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/football/2025/06/02/chelsea-move-for-50m-borussia-dortmund-winger-jamie-gittens/Ekitike: https://siphillipstalkschelsea.substack.com/p/sources-chelsea-broadly-agree-personal Outgoings: https://www.theguardian.com/football/20...
Jun 02, 2025•18 min
Daniel Childs is joined by the brilliant Joe Tweeds @unknownTweeds to review the 2024/25 season for Chelsea Football Club. Reflecting on the incredible end in Wroclaw and securing Champions League football. Praise for the Enzo Maresca turnaround, development of young squad and mentality. Then looking ahead to what comes next: a vital transfer window over the summer and expectations for 2025/26 LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for not...
Jun 01, 2025•1 hr 29 min
Check out Benjamin Bloom's channel: https://www.youtube.com/benjaminbloom Daniel Childs is joined by Ipswich and Championship expert Benjamin Bloom to discuss the imminent Chelsea signing of Liam Delap for £30m. We talk through what Delap brings, his potential, flaws and suitability to Enzo Maresca's system. And also discussing Marc Guiu's loan to Ipswich Town and how he will fair in the Championship next season. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id15380187...
May 30, 2025•33 min
Daniel Childs is back from Wroclaw to reflect on Chelsea's massive victory in the UEFA Europa Conference League final over Real Betis 4-1. Goals from Enzo Fernandez, Nicolas Jackson, Jadon Sancho and Moises Caicedo. Going through why the trophy DOES matter for Chelsea, credit to Enzo Maresca, the genius of Cole Palmer, what it means for the young squad and more. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMk...
May 29, 2025•21 min
Daniel Childs looks ahead to Wednesday night's UEFA Europa Conference League final in Wroclaw as Chelsea face Real Betis with the chance for Chelsea under Enzo Maresca to win the first trophy under the Boehly/Clearlake ownership. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofchelsea.bsky.social X: https://twitter.com/SonOfChelsea Instagram: h...
May 27, 2025•16 min
Daniel Childs reacts to the latest Chelsea news after Sunday's massive win over Nottingham Forest to secure UEFA Champions League qualification for next season. Looking at Enzo Maresca's quotes, the summer to-do-list for the club and latest on striker targets in the transfer window. LINKS: Simon Johnson piece: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6377202/2025/05/26/chelsea-champions-league-qualification-inside/Ekitike: https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/chelsea-transfer-news-hugo-ekitike-l...
May 26, 2025•19 min
Daniel Childs reviews Chelsea's huge 1-0 win over Nottingham Forest in the Premier League to secure UEFA Champions League Football for the 2025/26 season at Stamford Bridge. Looking at the the team performance, vital goal from Levi Colwill, credit to Enzo Maresca and more. LISTEN to the show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/son-of-chelsea/id1538018736 SUBSCRIBE for notifications! 🔔http://bit.ly/1TMkqH9🔔 👑 SOCIAL CHANNELS 👑 Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/sonofchelsea.bsky.social X: h...
May 25, 2025•27 min
