It must feel like Groundhog Day for Ethan Ampadu.
Ever since he signed on at Stamford Bridge, his future has periodically been the subject of speculation and questions every summer.
With 36 caps for Wales to his name, he has long been established as a key man for his country, and is likely to feature heavily in Rob Page's plans out in Qatar this winter. But while his CV bursts with experience on the international stage, the wheels of his Chelsea career haven't always turned quite as freely.