Chelsea star admits he wanted to leave the Blues this year

Sep 11, 2016 at 5:43 PM

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Chelsea star admits he wanted to leave the Blues this year

Chelsea star Nemanja Matic was heavily linked with a move away from the Stamford Bridge throughout the summer and he has now admitted that he was considering such a move. The Serbia international had a brilliant season with the Blues in 2014/15 but a disastrous last season and the arrival of N’Golo Kante from Leicester City compelled him to think of another club.

Chelsea’s Premier League rivals Manchester United were one of the several clubs to show their interest in the midfielder. Italian giants Juventus were also interested in securing the services of the midfielder especially after the departure of Paul Pogba to Manchester United.

He's going nowhere: Conte reveals Chelsea star is a vital part of his plans

It was feared that the Serbian would fall out of favour with new Chelsea boss Antonio Conte but so far he has been an integral part of Conte’s plan. And talking to Sky Sports, he said that he is happy to stay at the Stamford Bridge outfit.

“I spoke with the club and we both decided that it was best for the club and for me to stay,” Matic .
“I’m very happy because I’m nowhere with this team and this club. I will give my best and all my quality to help the team to challenge for the title. I want to improve my game and I’m sure Conte is the right coach to do that,” he added.

Meanwhile, he also praised fellow midfielder Kante and said that the France international is better than Chelsea legend Claude Makelele.

“Many people say that he is the new Makelele, but I don’t think so. Makelele was a great player and we all respect him, me especially because I know that position and how it is difficult to play,” Matic opined.

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