Chelsea transfer news: Nathaniel Chalobah set for new Chelsea contract as Antonio Conte looks to reward academy graduate
Midfield starlet has impressed in the few chances he has been given this season at Stamford Bridge
CHELSEA are set to reward Nathaniel Chalobah with a new contract.
The midfielder, 21, will have just one year left on his current deal next summer and the Blues are keen to tie him down at the club.
Antonio Conte has put faith in the England Under-21 star this season and has been repaid with a number of promising performances, including last weekend against Leicester where he provided a classy assist for Victor Moses.
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After spending the last four seasons on loan at six different clubs - including Napoli and Watford - Chalobah has proven he is willing to test himself outside of Stamford Bridge.
Progression to the Blues' first team will earn him a huge pay rise, according to the , and the club hope he can continue to shine this season in return.
Chalobah's inclusion in Conte's side has partly come at the expense of Cesc Fabregas.
The former Arsenal and Barcelona star, 29, has been linked with a switch to Premier League rivals Manchester City to link up with fellow Spaniard Pep Guardiola.
AC Milan came calling for Fabregas in the summer but the midfielder turned down the Serie A giants.