Chelsea are reportedly keen to agree a new long-term contract with Lewis Hall.
The academy graduate first came onto the scene at the beginning of 2022, starring on his debut as Chelsea thrashed Chesterfield in the FA Cup.
However, having still been eight months short of his 18th birthday at the time, the teenager was kept in the Under-21s for the remainder of his time under Thomas Tuchel.
That stayed the case during the early weeks of Graham Potter's reign, but the versatile youngster has now established himself as a first-team option at Stamford Bridge.
Hall has made six starts and one substitute outing during 2022-23, featuring at left-back and wing-back until he was deployed in central midfield at Liverpool on January 21.
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Although Hall missed out versus Fulham in the following fixture, his status in the senior ranks remains unchanged, and Chelsea have high hopes for the prospect.
According to Football Insider, the Chelsea hierarchy want to reward Hall for his progression with a new deal.
As it stands, Hall is tied to Stamford Bridge until the end of 2024-25, but the West Londoners are keen to significantly extend his stay at the club.
That would continue with the trend of Todd Boehly and co handing contracts to important players which last until at least 2028.
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While some players have committed their futures to Chelsea as far down the line as 2031, it is unclear whether Hall will pen similar terms.
Chelsea remain in the process of negotiating deals with other players, most notably Mason Mount who has less than 18 months remaining on his contract.
Despite the England international being regarded as a key player in the squad, it is claimed that little progress has been made due to Mount wanting parity with the highest-earners in the squad.
When Raheem Sterling signed from Manchester City in the summer, it was alleged that he was now receiving the biggest income at Chelsea, and Reece James has also recently penned a lucrative new deal.
The same applies to several of Chelsea's eight additions during the January transfer window, contributing to somewhat of an impasse at the negotiating table.
Darren Plant
