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Frank Lampard Encourages Callum Hudson-Odoi to Stay at Chelsea amid Exit Rumours

Chelsea legend Frank Lampard has encouraged Callum Hudson-Odoi to sign a new contract with the club amid speculation regarding a possible departure.

The winger was strongly linked with a move to Bayern Munich in January, although it was reported the Blues rejected both a £35 million offer from the German giants and a transfer request from the player.

Given Hudson-Odoi's contract is set to expire in the summer of 2020, there are concerns from some Blues supporters regarding the London native's long-term future. Lampard, Chelsea's all-time top goalscorer, said he wants the 18-year-old to stay where he is, per TalkSport (h/t Nick Howson of Goal):

"Firstly, I'd love him to stay at Chelsea.