Chelsea are said to be in talks with Armando Broja and his agents over a new contract.
The 20-year-old, who still has four years left on his current contract, returns to Stamford Bridge this summer after a successful loan spell at Southampton in 2021-22.
In 38 appearances with the Saints, the Albania international scored nine goals and provided one assist, and he has been heavily linked with another short-term exit in the current market.
West Ham United, Everton, and Newcastle United have all been linked with the youngster, but Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel stated last month that he does not expect him to go this summer.
“I don’t expect Armando to leave,” Tuchel told reporters in July. “We are aware of offers and interest, which tell us there is a lot of potential. We will take this decision together with me, the owners and also the player.
“When he arrived [in the US for pre-season], it was clear he was trying to impress to try and become a Chelsea player as soon as possible after his loan at Southampton. The situation was clear – to make the next step and show his improvement and make an impression, but unfortunately, he injured himself.”
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Chelsea are eager to improve Broja’s terms at the club, according to The Athletic, and are already in talks with his representatives about a new contract.
The centre-forward, who also netted 11 goals for Vitesse during a loan spell in 2020-21, has featured in both of his team’s Premier League matches this season.
Broja appeared in the final 15 minutes of Chelsea’s 1-0 victory over Everton on August 6, and he was a late substitution in Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham Hotspur.
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