Michael Essien eyes Chelsea stay

Chelsea and Ghana international midfielder Michael Essien has no intention to leave the club, despite unrest at Stamford Bridge as they search for a new coach to replace Carlo Ancelotti.

Essien had been linked with a move to Spain, and Real Madrid were reportedly interested in the player.

However, Essien has declared his future lies at Chelsea.

"I am looking forward to next season, I want to win back the title and bring the Champions League to Chelsea," Essien told skysports.com.

"So I am not aware of not playing for Chelsea next season."