'Free to go' - Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca sends blunt message to Noni Madueke amid Arsenal transfer links

Madueke only joined Chelsea in the summer of 2023 and has a contract with the Stamford Bridge outfit until 2030. He made 32 Premier League appearances in the 2024-25 campaign, scoring seven goals and registering four assists. The Blues, however, are eyeing a move for Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund and that could lead to Madueke's exit this summer.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the winger is open to a move to Arsenal, although the Gunners are yet to approach the Blues with a formal offer. Amid speculations over Madueke's future at Stamford Bridge, Maresca sent out a blunt message for all his players who want to exit the club this summer.

Speaking to reporters, the Italian coach said: "Noni has been very important for us during this season. Today, again, he has been important. But my message to the players and to the club is that I want just players that are happy to be with us. The ones that are not happy, they are free to go. It's not for Noni, it's for all the players we have. But again, Noni has been very good during the season and very good tonight."

After a 2-1 win over Palmeiras in the Club World Cup quarter-final on Friday, the Blues will next face Fluminense in the last-four stage on July 9.