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'We need him still... sorry!': Cesc Fabregas insists Aurelien Tchouameni can become a 'complete midfielder' but hopes they stay team-mates at Monaco amid Chelsea transfer interest

Cesc Fabregas has praised Monaco team-mate Aurelien Tchouameni, who is reportedly the subject of Chelsea transfer interest, but added that he hopes the hot prospect stays at the club.

The combative central midfielder has impressed scouts across Europe after an outstanding breakthrough season at Monaco, where he made 42 appearances in all competitions, scoring three goals.

And Fabregas sent the Blues a transfer message about the 21-year-old, talking up his potential in a Twitter Q&A session.

Cesc Fabregas praised Monaco's Aurelien Tchouameni (above) amid Chelsea transfer interest
Former Chelsea star Fabregas played alongside Tchouameni in Monaco's midfield this season

He has the potential to be the complete midfielder.