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Cesar Azpilicueta 'keen for face-to-face Chelsea talks'

Azpilicueta 'keen for face-to-face Chelsea talks'
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Cesar Azpilicueta is reportedly keen for face-to-face discussions with Chelsea as he contemplates whether to remain at Stamford Bridge.

Cesar Azpilicueta has reportedly requested face-to-face talks with Chelsea director Marina Granovskaia as he looks to make a decision on his future.

Despite his status at Stamford Bridge, the club captain has less than five months remaining on his contract, allowing him to hold discussions with foreign clubs.

If reports are to be believed, Barcelona are eager to sign the versatile defender on a free transfer, putting the pressure on Chelsea to agree fresh terms with the 32-year-old.

According to reports in Spain, Azpilicueta has asked for a formal meeting to be arranged between himself and Granovskaia, who oversees transfer matters at the Premier League club.

The Spain international is said to be keen to resolve his future as soon as possible, with the length of any proposed deal likely to be at the top of his agenda.

Chelsea rarely show a willingness to offer anything longer than a one-year extension to players over 30, regardless of their leadership role.

In the case of Azpilicueta, he has made 458 appearances and won eight trophies during a near-10-year stint in West London.

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