Malo Gusto’s future at Chelsea is uncertain – but he’s not on his way out just yet, despite what some reports say.

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Flashscore are today reporting that Chelsea are “exploring the right back market” as they consider the future of Malo Gusto.

There was interest in the France full back in the summer, but the Blues £67m asking price put teams off. Now there’s talk Chelsea could look to lower their demands and look to flog the former Lyon man. There’s talk of interest from Spurs, Atletico Madrid, Liverpool and Man City.

Gusto’s future a long way from settled

We’re still not fully convinced a departure is as certain as some think. Had Gusto been fit in the last couple of weeks he would have played a lot more, and there probably wouldn’t be all this speculation about his future.

The fact is that managers – from Enzo Maresca to Liam Rosenior and now Xabi Alonso – all like Gusto a lot more than the fanbase, and likely see his versatility and physical gifts as a real asset.

Chelsea will of course sell at the right price, but we don’t see it happening soon. Don’t rule out Gusto being first choice right back by the end of the season and a sale looking even less likely.

In other news…

Kendry Paez is going to leave Chelsea in January – if the club can find a taker for the struggling Ecuador talent.

Nico Paz is going to be one of the hottest properties in the whole transfer market next summer, and Chelsea are very much in the race to sign him.