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Christensen not planning Chelsea exit and open to new contract

Andreas Christensen has declared his "love" for Chelsea, with the defender keen for a longer stay at Stamford Bridge.

The 24-year-old's future with the Blues looked in doubt after last season when he started just six Premier League games under Maurizio Sarri.

However, Christensen, a favourite of former Chelsea boss Antonio Conte, has been handed 17 top-flight starts by Frank Lampard this term and is enjoying life in London again.

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Back in January, Lampard said he would not let the Denmark international leave because he believes he can develop into a top centre-back at Chelsea.