The youngster was highly regarded by Antonio Conte and is beginning to impress another manager through his ability to play at wing-back
Chelsea have opened talks to hand Dujon Sterling a new contract, Goal can confirm.
The Blues have been impressed with the 21-year-old's comeback from injury and his training performances under Thomas Tuchel in pre-season.
The wing-back, whose current deal expires in 2022, is keen to stay at Chelsea but Tuchel's stance in the talks remains key, while there are Championship clubs also contacting the Blues over a possible loan move.