Cesar Azpilicueta was omitted from Chelsea’s matchday squad in opposition to Charlotte FC amid curiosity from Barcelona.
In accordance with SPORT, Barcelona have agreed phrases with Chelsea defender Azpilicueta over a possible transfer this summer season. If a deal is accomplished, he’ll hyperlink up with former teammate Andreas Christensen, joined Barcelona this month.
The Spanish worldwide has been a loyal servant to Chelsea through the years, however he might be on his means out the door.
Extra gasoline has been added to rumours of him leaving the membership this summer season, after he was ignored of Chelsea’s squad to face Charlotte within the early hours of Thursday morning, as seen within the tweet beneath.
Your Chelsea aspect for tonight! ?@ParimatchGlobal | #BluesInTheUSA pic.twitter.com/9ZuYCSkzFT
— Chelsea FC (@ChelseaFC) July 20, 2022
Azpilicueta could also be carrying an harm, however the membership are but to verify the explanation for his omission.
The veteran defender featured in Chelsea’s newest sport in opposition to Membership America, and with pleasant video games permitting an infinite quantity of substitutes, it’s unusual to see Azpilicueta not within the squad.
A transfer to Barcelona might be edging nearer for the Chelsea defender, and there’s little question he shall be missed by the followers at Stamford Bridge if he does finally depart.