Interim Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has hailed N'Golo Kante as "one of the best midfield players in the world", with the 32-year-old out of contract at the end of the season.
Kante has struggled with injuries in recent years and he has been limited to just five appearances for the Blues so far this season. Arsenal have been linked with a move for the France international, with a member of the player's entourage telling French outlet Le Parisien that the Gunners have 'made an enquiry' about signing him.
However, they also stated that Kante would prefer to remain at Stamford Bridge. "N'Golo would like to continue his career in London, where he has his habits," they were quoted as saying.
