Marseille’s Cesar Azpilicueta has denied the reports that suggest the fullback could be on his way to Stamford Bridge for around £12m, but has hinted that he would be open to a move.
The Spaniard says that he is happy at his current club and remains fully committed to Marseille, even though he admits that it would be tempting should a bigger club come calling and it’d have to be something he’d consider.
Azpilicueta told L’Equipe:
“For me, these are just rumours. There has been no contact, and I am still bound to OM until 2014.
“Now, if the leaders of Chelsea want me, they should first discuss that with OM. If a proposal comes, I will think about it.
“It is more difficult to start in the national team when you do not play at a great club. You have to be at Real or Barcelona.
“But I feel good today at OM.”
The 22-year-old signed for Marseille last summer and has already proven himself to be a big hit in the south of France which has reportedly caught Chelsea’s eye and it’s of no secret that we’re not the strongest in the right-back position.
Chelsea have already worked on their defence this week by signing Gary Cahill from Bolton for around £7m, could Azpilicueta be the next man on Andre Villas-Boas’ transfer shortlist?
I am of the view that AVB should tinker with his team formation and selection. This gue should send Bosingwa and Fereira our of Chelsea. Luiz should be deployed to the midfield and Hazard should come in to lead wizards like Piazon. We can match our rivals if we act bold.
We need a better right back while Bosingwa should be sold to Munich and Fereira released.
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