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Thomas Tuchel remains confident that Chelsea can keep hold of Antonio Rudiger AND Cesar Azpilicueta, despite Barcelona's advances for the Germany defender

Thomas Tuchel is still confident that Chelsea can keep hold of Antonio Rudiger, despite the German defender's contract ending this summer.

And the Blues head coach has also stated there is a 'very high probability' that captain Cesar Azpilicueta will also stay on after a contract extension was triggered.

Reports this week suggested that representatives of Rudiger had met with officials from Barcelona ahead of a potential free transfer this summer.

Thomas Tuchel is still confident that Antonio Rudiger will remain a Chelsea player this summer

However, Tuchel believes that the 29-year-old could still be at Stamford Bridge come the start of next season.