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Chelsea can forget about Champions League glory if they sell Fabregas - Wilkins

The former Blues man insists the Spaniard must not be sold if they are to continue competing for the game's biggest trophies

Chelsea would end their chances of winning the Champions League if they opt to sell Cesc Fabregas at the end of the season, according to Ray Wilkins.

Fabregas has only started 10 Premier League matches under Antonio Conte this season, with N'Golo Kante and Nemanja Matic the preferred pairing in centre midfield.

That has prompted speculation linking him with a £30million move to clubs including AC Milan, Atletico Madrid, Liverpool and Manchester United.

But Wilkins, a former Chelsea player, assistant manager and caretaker boss, thinks the Blues would be making a huge mistake if they opt to cut ties with the 30-year-old, particularly with their return to the Champions League next season in mind.