Granovskaia facing huge summer test with important Chelsea move ‘almost done’, says Fabregas

Chelsea chief Marina Granovskaia is facing up to a huge summer challenge after Cesc Fabregas claimed the first of many potential exits is “almost done”.

The Blues could experience great upheaval in their defensive ranks this summer. Thiago Silva has penned a one-year extension, while Malang Sarr and Trevoh Chalobah have made encouraging strides forward this season.

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However, Antonio Rudiger, Andreas Christensen and Cesar Azpilicueta are all out of contract in five months’ time.

The latest on captain Azpilicueta from Spain suggested Barcelona were closing in on a free agent pick-up.

The 32-year-old’s versatility is highly regarded by Barca boss Xavi. His impending free agent status will also make him a financially viable target for the cash-strapped Spaniards.

As such, Mundo Deportivo claimed Azpilicueta was seeking showdown talks with Marina Granovskaia to determine where his future lays.

Former Premier League striker Kevin Phillips suggested Tottenham boss Antonio Conte could pursue an unlikely reunion.

However, after 10 years of faultless service at Stamford Bridge, moving to a bitter rival would be unthinkable.

Now, the Daily Mail have added a new wrinkle to the story.

They quote former Chelsea ace Cesc Fabregas who has lit the fire under an Azpilicueta exit.

When appearing on noted Spanish journalist Gerard Romero’s Twitch channel, Fabregas said: “Azpilicueta