The head coach of the "blue" Antonio Conte refuted the information that the forward of Leicester Jamie Vardi is included in the transfer plans of Chelsea.

Information that the Londoners are interested in signing Vardi, popped up in the media during the last few transfer windows.

In the light of the possible departure of striker Misha Batshuayi in Valencia, talk about the possible signing of the striker Lester flared with renewed force, but these rumors refuted the head coach of the "blue" Antonio Conte.

"No, honestly, Chelsea never wanted to sign Vardi," he said..

"However, I want to point out that this is really a very good player".

"Vardi is definitely a great footballer, but I do not like to discuss those who favor other teams".

"There is no talk about a possible transfer Vardi does not go," - summed up the Italian.

Earlier, Antonio Conte commented on the information about his retirement from Chelsea at the end of the season, without excluding such an opportunity.