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Michael Ballack: I'll Sign New Chelsea Contract Because Carlo Ancelotti Has Confidence In Me
German disappointed to miss World Cup
25-May-2010 6:50:00 PM
By Harry Veal
Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack has revealed that thanks to a caring club scene he intends to sign a new contract this summer.
The 33-year-old will miss the upcoming World Cup with an ankle injury, but he revealed that the support Chelsea have shown him since picking it up means he is very keen to stay.
“I think that I’ll continue playing for Chelsea, as in the last few days I keep getting calls from the club. People trying to comfort and inspire me.
“All of this suggests I’ll stay at Chelsea. Also, the coach Carlo Ancelotti always showed confidence in me during the season,” he said, according to the Daily Mail.
The German international is keen to stay at Stamford Bridge after playing a huge part in the club’s first league and FA Cup double this year.
He is expected to hold contract talks with Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich this week as he looks to extend his stay at the club he joined in 2006.
The 33-year-old will miss the upcoming World Cup with an ankle injury, but he revealed that the support Chelsea have shown him since picking it up means he is very keen to stay.
“I think that I’ll continue playing for Chelsea, as in the last few days I keep getting calls from the club. People trying to comfort and inspire me.
“All of this suggests I’ll stay at Chelsea. Also, the coach Carlo Ancelotti always showed confidence in me during the season,” he said, according to the Daily Mail.
The German international is keen to stay at Stamford Bridge after playing a huge part in the club’s first league and FA Cup double this year.
He is expected to hold contract talks with Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich this week as he looks to extend his stay at the club he joined in 2006.
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