Cesar Azpilicueta appears set to leave Chelsea on a free transfer to Inter

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Veteran Chelsea defender Cesar Azpilicueta is reportedly nearing a move to Serie A club Inter Milan. </p>

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The beloved player has slipped down the pecking order due to the emergence of Reece James and had come close to leaving Chelsea last year when Barcelona showed interest. </p>

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However, Azpilicueta opted to sign a new contract at Stamford Bridge. </p>

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With the impending arrival of Malo Gusto, who was signed in January, to provide further competition for James, Azpilicueta has been informed that he is free to depart Chelsea. </p>

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Sources have confirmed that he is now close to joining Inter. </p>

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The 33-year-old right-back has had discussions with Bayern Munich and also received interest from Saudi Arabia, but he is now set to take his talents to Inter, with a two-year contract already agreed upon. </p>

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Despite having one year left on his Chelsea deal, Azpilicueta is expected to be granted a free transfer as a gesture of respect for his 11 years of service to the club. </p>

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Since joining from Marseille in 2012, Azpilicueta has become a crucial part of Chelsea's defence, featuring in various positions including right-back, left-back, and even centre-back in later stages of his career. </p>

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He has made a total of 508 appearances for the club, placing him sixth on Chelsea's all-time appearance charts, and the club officials are eager to reward his loyalty with a free transfer. </p>

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