The agent of Marc Cucurella provides an update on the Chelsea defender’s future on the back of his impressive performances for Spain at Euro 2024.
Marc Cucurella is “very comfortable” at Chelsea and plans to remain at Stamford Bridge, according to his agent.
In August 2022, the then-new Blues hierarchy decided to commit to a deal that could reach £62m in order to sign Cucurella from Brighton & Hove Albion.
The transfer raised many eyebrows, a justified reaction as the left-back failed to impress during the first 12 months of his long-term contract with the West Londoners.
However, towards the back end of 2023-24, Cucurella produced a series of outstanding performances, the switch to an inverted full-back proving to be an inspired decision by Mauricio Pochettino.
Cucurella has continued his form on the international stage with Spain, making five starts for La Roja on their way to the Euro 2024 final.
Next up for the 25-year-old and Spain is a showdown against England in Berlin on Sunday night as both nations bid to achieve one of the most notable triumphs in their history.
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Agent speaks on Cucurella future
Twelve months ago, Chelsea were happy to consider offers for Cucurella, there at one point being an opportunity for him to sign for Manchester United on loan before an appearance in the EFL Cup second round led to the Red Devils withdrawing their interest.
In sharp contrast now, Cucurella has a growing amount of admirers due to the level of his performances since returning from ankle surgery for the Premier League run-in.
Nevertheless, speaking to Cadena Ser, agent Aleix Pique has played down suggestions that he could leave Chelsea during the summer transfer window.
Pique said: “There is practically no chance that he will leave Chelsea this season despite his great tournament:
“He is very comfortable and happy at Chelsea, in London and his idea is to continue. Under normal conditions, he will continue.”
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What is Chelsea’s situation at left-back?
With Cucurella having four years remaining on his contract, Chelsea would realistically need to receive an offer in excess of £50m if they were to consider cashing in on the former Barcelona and Getafe man.
Despite the change in head coach, Cucurella is expected to be first choice under Enzo Maresca, with Ben Chilwell more likely to depart the club.
Basel player Renato Veiga – who is of a different profile to the diminutive Cucurella – is likely to provide competition once he completes a transfer to Chelsea on Thursday or Friday.
Levi Colwill is another option for that side of the backline, although Maresca may prefer to use the one-cap England international in the centre.