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Chelsea latest: Nathan Ake can shine at Stamford Bridge, says Harry Arter

Nathan Ake will command a regular starting berth at Chelsea next season, according to Bournemouth team mate Harry Arter.

Chelsea loanee Ake has impressed with the Cherries this term, with boss Eddie Howe hoping to retain the talented 21-year-old until the end of the season.

Bournemouth boss Howe has confirmed Chelsea have a January recall clause on Ake's loan deal, but remains confident he can convince the Dutchman to stay at the Vitality Stadium until the summer.

Chelsea loanee Nathan Ake (right) has impressed with Bournemouth in the Premier League
Chelsea loanee Nathan Ake (right) has impressed with Bournemouth in the Premier League
Ake is on a season long loan at the Vitality Stadium and has scored three times in 10 games
Ake is on a season long loan at the Vitality Stadium and has scored three times in 10 games
Ake will have a regular place at Chelsea next year, says Bournemouth team mate Harry Arter
Ake will have a regular place at Chelsea next year, says Bournemouth team mate Harry Arter

Republic of Ireland midfielder Arter believes Ake can build a long-term career at the heart of Chelsea boss Antonio Conte's three-man defence.