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London's „Chelsea“ has retained its team captain in its lineup, despite sanctions. At today's press conference, team manager Thomas Tuchel confirmed that „Chelsea“ has extended its contract with Cesar Azpilicueta until 2023. “Yes, we were close, and now it has happened. It's good news for us. There are very high chances that he will stay with us in the future”, said the team strategist. The London club took advantage of this opportunity according to the contract terms. The club itself has not officially confirmed this yet. However, due to sanctions, „Chelsea“ is currently unable to extend contracts with Antonio Rudiger or Andreas Christensen. César Azpilicueta has now extended his contract with Chelsea until June 2023, Tuchel confirms: “Yes, it was so close - and it now happened. It’s good news for us”. 🔵 #CFC “There are now very high chances that he will stay at Chelsea”, he added. pic.twitter.com/PpNUJbkFbC – Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 1, 2022
