Chelsea make transfer decision on Romeo Lavia

Chelsea have decided to keep midfielder Romeo Lavia next season despite his worrying injury record.

The Belgian signed for the Blues from Southampton three years ago and has since struggled with numerous injuries.

Lavia has made just 43 appearances in his Blues career, but he continues to retain the faith of the club's hierarchy.

The west London giants have no plans to part ways with the Manchester City graduate in the current transfer window.

Instead, they are preparing to offload Andrey Santos and are prepared to listen to offers of around £50m for his services.

Manchester United have reached out to his entourage, but more clubs could enter the race for Santos in the next few days.

Arsenal explored the possibility of landing him last summer, and could join the Red Devils in a bidding battle for the player.

Santos has opened the door for a departure knowing that he is unlikely to play regularly from the starting XI at Chelsea.