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Transfer News: La Liga defensive star opens up on future amid Chelsea links

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Transfer News: Jose Gimenez responds to Chelsea links

According to transfer news from Mirror, Chelsea target Jose Maria Gimenez has responded to exit links. The Atletico Madrid defender poured water over any move by reiterating his commitment to the tema after they had just won the La Liga.

Chelsea already have a strong contingent of defenders from which Thomas Tuchel has used the likes of Thiago Silva, Antonio Rudiger, Andreas Christensen and Cesar Azpilicueta. Kurt Zouma has had to wait for his chances while Fikayo Tomori was allowed to leave for AC Milan on loan.

LONDON, ENGLAND – JANUARY 31: (L – R) Timo Werner, Thiago Silva, Cesar Azpilicueta and Antonio Rudiger of Chelsea prepare for a corner kick during the Premier League match between Chelsea and Burnley at Stamford Bridge on January 31, 2021 in London, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

While Silva has had a great impact since arriving last summer, he will be 37 years old by the time the next season rolls on. Even Cesar Azpilicueta will need replacing at some point due to his age. That makes a good case for adding another solid centre-back to the side.

It’s not hard to see why Gimenez is among the names being considered by Chelsea. He is one of Diego Simeone’s trusted lieutenants, who plays a big part in their highly astute defensive structure. A no-nonsense defender, Gimenez is not someone who shies away from challenges.

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One of the architects of Atletico Madrid’s La Liga triumph, Gimenez cleared the air on his future and delivered a dampener to Chelsea’s hopes of signing him.

“I’m not leaving Atlético Madrid this summer. I’ve no doubt, I’m staying.”

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Gimenez could have been a vital addition to Chelsea’s already solid backline and helped Thomas Tuchel mould the side in his way. However, the Blues will have to be content with the player’s decision to not leave the club.

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