Cesar Azpiculeta reportedly set to leave Chelsea FC
The captain of Chelsea Football Club, Cesar Azpiliculeta is reportedly on his way out of Stamford Bridge ahead of the 2023/24.
The Spaniard has agreed to sign a two-year deal with Serie A side, Inter Milan. One of the most accurate transfer news experts, Fabrizio Romano confirmed that Cesar Azpiliculeta is expected to leave Chelsea this summer transfer window.
Azpilicueta was linked with a move to Barcelona ahead of the 2022/23 when his contract expired but he decided to extend his contract with the Blues. However, Chelsea is ready to allow the defender to leave the club despite having a year left on his contract.
He was named the club's captain ahead of the 2019–20 season after Cahill left Chelsea, he had already worn the armband on the pitch while the Englishman was out of the team.
The 33-year-old is the most decorated captain in the history of the club. He won the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, Europa League, League Cup, FA Cup, UEFA Super League and the FIFA Club World Cup.
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Understand César Azpilicueta has now full agreement on personal terms with Inter. Two year deal sealed. 🚨⚫️🔵
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 23, 2023
Chelsea are expected to let him go by terminating his contract despite being still valid until 2024.
There’s always been genuine respect between Azpi and Chelsea. pic.twitter.com/nodpgZKf5s