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Chelsea players training at Cobham – but Antonio Conte is NOT in charge
CHELSEA stars have returned to pre-season training, but Antonio Conte was not in charge at Cobham.
Chelsea training
Chelsea players are back in training at Cobham, but Antonio Conte was not spotted at the Blues' HQ amid prolonged speculation over his future at the club.
Conte was expected to depart the club at the end of the season following an underwhelming title defence season, but victory in the FA Cup final held him in place.
However, he attended Cobham today for meetings and left training to Tore Andre Flo and Eddie Newton with the first team squad.
The summer has been full of mixed messages so far, though Maurizio Sarri is still expected to take control of Chelsea imminently.
Take a look through the gallery to reveal the best pictures of Chelsea stars in training without Antonio Conte.