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French midfielder opens up on possible Chelsea deal
STEVEN N'ZONZI admits he is flattered to be linked with a move to Chelsea.
Steven N'Zonzi is a key player in Sevilla's midfield
The 27-year-old Sevilla ace has impressed for the Spanish side since leaving Stoke City in 2015, helping them to win the Europa League last season.
And it has led to rumoured interest from Chelsea.
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When asked by French newspaper L'Equipe about the links, N'Zonzi insisted his focus was on Sevilla.
"It's nice, it's good," he said.
"But I always say that this type of club is interested in other players too. I am not the only one. I know that big clubs are interested in many players.
Steven N'Zonzi played for Stoke and Blackburn in the Premier League
"I focus on what I do at Sevilla. Until there is something concrete, we must remain professional.
"Some clubs were interested [in the close-season], but I feel good at Sevilla.
"I enjoy the game, the football, I like the way Sevilla play, I feel good in the city, with the fans and the club and I'm enjoying myself."
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