Chelsea ace hints at permanent exit

Chelsea attacker Lucas Piazon has hinted that he could prolong his stay at Fulham beyond the expiry of his loan contract.The Brazilian joined the Cottagers on a temporary deal in the summer.

Piazon, 22, has struggled to establish himself as a regular at Stamford Bridge and has been loaned out to Malaga, Vitesse Arnese, Frankfurt and Reading in previous seasons.

The Brazilian Under-23 international has found some form at Craven Cottage this term, and when asked on his future plans, Piazon admitted that he could extend his contract at Fulham beyond the summer of 2017.

"It's hard to talk about the future.I'm focused on playing well for Fulham right now. But if I had the chance, and if all goes well - you never know," he told Get West London.

Piazon has notched three goals and an assist for Fulham, who are currently ninth in the Championship.