Batshuayi wants to stay at Chelsea – Conte

Antonio Conte says Michy Batshuayi wants to stay at Chelsea despite being overlooked for a first-team place.

The summer signing from Marseille is still waiting for his first Premier League start.[phone][/phone]

Blues boss Conte even opted not to give it to him against Bournemouth on Boxing Day, when Diego Costa was suspended.

A number of clubs, including West Ham, have been linked with the 23-year-old Belgian and there have been reports that he is unhappy at Stamford Bridge.

But Conte ruled out sending him on loan after the Bournemouth game – and insists the player is happy with that decision.

“He wants to stay and I am happy for this. He is a young player and is starting his path in football,” Conte said.

“I think it’s very important for him as a footballer to complete this season [at Chelsea]. We are working a lot with him.”

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