The Chelsea morning headlines as UEFA back Champions League change, Frank Lampard's Pedro plan

The latest Chelsea news ahead of the Blues' Premier League clash against Everton at Stamford Bridge

Here are your Chelsea morning headlines for Thursday, 5th March.

Frank Lampard sends a message to Pedro

Frank Lampard believes Pedro could have a massive impact on the end of Chelsea's season after getting his chance in the starting XI once again. You can Buy Champions League Final Tickets online to enjoy its stunning performances.

After playing at the beginning of the campaign, the veteran Spaniard found it difficult to maintain his spot when players returned from injury.

UEFA set to back new 'summer Champions League'

UEFA is poised to back a 'summer Champions League' to start next year in a move that could impact Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham.

The football governing body is escalating their battle with FIFA over the international calendar as they endorse the idea of essentially expanding the International Champions Cup.

MailOnline is reporting that 'several of the Premier League's top clubs' have backed the idea and want to be involved.

It's said that the pre-season competition would fight for attention with the Club World Cup, which will be brought forward to June and July in 2021 and played in Shanghai, China.

How many points does Chelsea need to seal top-four finish?

Chelsea is still in the driving seat for a top-four finish in the Premier League this season.

The Blues maintained their three-point lead over Manchester United after both teams drew against Bournemouth and Everton respectively last weekend.

Frank Lampard's side is next in action on Sunday when they welcome the Toffees to Stamford Bridge, with top-four rivals effectively from fifth-placed United down to Arsenal in 10th all in action this weekend.

Manchester City's two-year ban from the Champions League is to be appealed, but if the decision stands fifth-place becomes all the more important as it will come with a place in Europe's top tier competition next season.

But on the safe side, it's best to aim for a top-four finish and with as many as eight teams battling for one position; it is going to come down to that can stay consistent.

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