The agent of Chelsea midfielder Jorginho has insisted the Italian’s precedence is to debate a brand new contract at Stamford Bridge.
Jorginho has entered the ultimate 12 months of his contract and 90min understands the Blues are glad to maneuver him on this summer season amid curiosity from former boss Maurizio Sarri, who is now at Lazio, in addition to long-term admirers Juventus.
Interest from Turin has even prompted rumours that Jorginho might be utilized in a swap deal for centre-back Matthijs de Ligt, who is of great curiosity to Chelsea supervisor Thomas Tuchel.
However, in accordance with Jorginho’s agent Joao Santos, the 30-year-old is not serious about making a return to Italy simply but.
“Chelsea are the priority,” Santos informed TuttoMercatoWeb.
“His contract will expire in 2023. I think we will talk about the renewal from September.”
Despite Santos’ feedback, 90min understands that Chelsea are nonetheless ready to take heed to presents for Jorginho as Tuchel eyes a rebuild of his ageing midfield.
31-year-old N’Golo Kante additionally has 12 months left to run on his deal and sources have confirmed that Chelsea don’t plan to maintain each gamers past 2023, with talks ongoing over the futures of each Kante and Jorginho.
Tuchel desires to convey Conor Gallagher into the first-team fold following his glorious mortgage spell with Crystal Palace, whereas Billy Gilmour and Ethan Ampadu are each seeking to cement a spot within the boss’ plans.
The Blues are additionally nonetheless recruiting Declan Rice however had a current enquiry knocked again by West Ham.