Cahill considering Chelsea exit as Blues close in on Daniele Rugani
Gary Cahill will reportedly seek talks over his Chelsea future with new boss Maurizio Sarri once he reports back to Cobham.
The London Evening Standard reports that Cahill was unhappy with his playing time under Antonio Conte last campaign, and will seek assurances from Sarri that he will play a more fundamental part in the squad.
Cahill, 32, moved to Stamford Bridge from Bolton Wanderers in 2012 and has won six major trophies during his spell at the club, including last season’s FA Cup.
However, he featured less frequently last campaign, making just 24 Premier League starts, falling behind Antonio Rudiger in the pecking order.
Cahill’s standing in the Blues squad could be weakened by the arrival of Italian international Daniele Rugani, who is edging closer to a £44.2 million switch. Chelsea are also being linked with Newcastle captain Jamaal Lascelles.
Sarri is expected to use a back-four, meaning he will have to choose two from Cahill, Rudiger, David Luiz, Cesar Azpilicueta and potentially Rugani.
With one year remaining on his contract, now would be the perfect time to offload Cahill, who was part of the England squad who made it to the semi-finals of the World Cup in Russia.
The centre-half is sure to have plenty of suitors, having played a key part in Chelsea’s final few games of last season.