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Former Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack considering future coaching role
Monday 15th October 10:57

Former Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack plans to earn his coaching qualifications but remains undecided as to whether he will make the step from player to manager.

Former Chelsea star Michael Ballack has retired from professional football
Tuesday 2nd October 16:23

Former Germany captain Michael Ballack has announced his retirement from professional football.

A-League side Western Sydney Wanderers linked with deal for ex-Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack
Tuesday 25th September 18:56

Western Sydney Wanderers are considering a move for Michael Ballack and a decision could be made as early as next week.

Ballack in Aussie link
Wednesday 19th September 16:30

Michael Ballack could be set for a move to Australia after reports suggested he is interested in a move to Western Sydney Wanderers

Ballack - Don't write off Blues
Thursday 17th May 13:30

Former Germany star Michael Ballack insists Chelsea can upset the odds and win the UEFA Champions League this weekend.

Ballack yet to decide on future
Wednesday 11th April 11:07

Bayer Leverkusen midfielder Michael Ballack is keeping his options open ahead of the summer.

Ballack backing from Hyypia
Friday 6th April 16:17

Bayer Leverkusen caretaker manager Sami Hyypia will rely on the services of Michael Ballack for the remainder of the season.

Ballack - No plans to retire
Monday 12th March 17:06

Michael Ballack wants to continue playing after this season as he nears the end of his contract with Bayer Leverkusen.

Ballack felt badly treated
Monday 12th March 16:51

Michael Ballack has admitted he turned down the opportunity to play in a farewell game because of how he was treated by the national side.

Ballack could exit early
Friday 17th February 16:43

Bayer Leverkusen have hinted they may be willing to release Michael Ballack before his contract expires in the summer.

Ballack agent angers Voller
Friday 3rd February 11:28

Bayer Leverkusen have warned Michael Ballack's agent that he may never step foot in their stadium again.

Ballack misses training
Tuesday 31st January 18:17

Michael Ballack missed training at Bayer Leverkusen on Tuesday to fuel speculation he could make a transfer deadline day move.

Ballack heading for the exit
Sunday 29th January 16:43

Bayer Leverkusen have invited offers for Michael Ballack before Tuesday's transfer deadline.

Ballack set for Leverkusen exit
Friday 6th January 18:51

Michael Ballack appears set to leave Leverkusen in the summer after saying he never intended to stay for more than two years.

Ballack expected to leave
Monday 19th December 18:35

Bayer Leverkusen general manager Rudi Voller expects Michael Ballack to leave the club at the end of the season.

Ballack - Blues need old heads
Friday 25th November 07:36

Michael Ballack believes Chelsea's senior players need to rise to the challenge of helping the club to emerge from their current slump.

Ballack: Chelsea will come good
Wednesday 23rd November 22:29

Michael Ballack former side Chelsea will bounce back after their defeat to Bayer Leverkusen.

Leverkusen v Chelsea preview
Wednesday 23rd November 11:19

Chelsea aim to put their recent domestic woes behind them with Champions League qualification at Bayer Leverkusen.

Ballack - Bayer can beat Blues
Wednesday 23rd November 09:26

Michael Ballack believes Bayer Leverkusen are capable of putting another serious dent in Chelsea's faltering campaign on Wednesday night.

Dutt - Ballack a key player
Tuesday 22nd November 18:20

Bayer Leverkusen coach Robin Dutt insists former Chelsea player Michael Ballack is an important part of his team.

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