Napoli forward Ezequiel Lavezzi has stated that he will not leave Argentina, despite Chelsea’s reported interest in the player. The 23 year old has been a key component of Napoli’s success in Serie A this season, and has been called upon by new Argentina national side manager Diego Maradona for Wednesday night’s friendly against Scotland.

Speaking to Saturday’s Gazzetta dello Sport, Lavezzi said: “I want to stay. I know Chelsea have looked at me but this issue is for my agent and the club,”

“I don’t believe there is any intention to let me go and I am pleased about that, I’m really happy at Napoli.”

“I dream of becoming a fixture in the national team even if I realise that we have many good forwards and the competition is ruthless. Napoli will have to help me with this,”

Source: Reuters