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Chelsea news: Maurizio Sarri makes decision on Callum Hudson-Odoi future
CHELSEA are ready to let Callum Hudson-Odoi leave the club on loan - and his departure could free up space for Michy Batshuayi.
Eden Hazard jokes with Callum Hudson-Odoi during photo shoot
Hudson-Odoi, 18, is regarded as a hot prospect at Stamford Bridge.
However, Sky Sports claim he’ll be shipped out on loan to gain more first-team experience.
It’s suggested a struggling Premier League side will be his most likely destination.
Burnley and Southampton are both reportedly vying for his signature.
Chelsea news: Callum Hudson-Odoi looks set to leave Stamford Bridge
He will not be allowed to join a team that are competing in the upper echelons of the league.
With Hudson-Odoi set to depart and Alvaro Morata’s form fluctuating from week to week, Maurizio Sarri might be tempted to take another look at Batshuayi.
According to Spanish newspaper Superdeporte, the Belgium international is struggling on loan at Valencia.
His commitment to the cause has been questioned and he’s also apparently failing to integrate with the squad.
If he wants to remain at the Mestalla, Valencia are willing to give him a second chance though.
Batshuayi joined Chelsea from Marseille in 2016.
But he struggled to make an impact at Stamford Bridge and spent the second half of last season on loan at Borussia Dortmund.
His form in the Bundesliga was prolific.
Batshuayi bagged nine goals in 14 appearances for Dortmund.
Speaking in October, the likeable forward explained that he is still desperate to prove himself in west London.
"No [I'm not looking for a permanent move],” he told The Times.
“I’ve so much respect for Chelsea and I love them.
"This loan is important for my development, to show how good I am so that I can go back to Chelsea a better player.
"Everyone knows there's real emphasis on technique in La Liga and I'm a technical player; in that sense it's a good fit.
“But all leagues are a good fit for me — I can play anywhere.
“Germany and England were good fits too."
Batshuayi has scored just once for Valencia this season.