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Chelsea defender Emerson Palmieri told to QUIT Stamford Bridge by Italy boss Roberto Mancini after being axed by Frank Lampard

Out of favour Chelsea defender Emerson has been urged to return to Serie A and stake a claim for Italy's European Championships squad by national boss Roberto Mancini.

The 25-year-old has largely struggled to feature under Frank Lampard this season and has endured a frustrating spell since joining from Roma in January 2018.

And Emerson may now seek a move away to ensure a spot at the next international tournament, with Mancini appealing to the full back to secure a switch back to his homeland.

More to follow.