Chelsea set for talks with Tyrique George over his future | OneFootball

Chelsea are planning to hold fresh talks with Tyrique George ahead of the winter transfer window to decide his long-term future at Stamford Bridge (h/t Daily Mail).

He broke into the senior set-up under Enzo Maresca last season, proving a valuable asset in the run to the Europa Conference League and Club World Cup titles.

He bagged three goals and five assists in 26 appearances last season. George has featured eight times for the Blues this season, tallying three goals and an assist.

However, the Chelsea academy graduate still faces uncertainty over his role in a squad packed with attacking options.

George came close to leaving Chelsea in the summer after Fulham agreed a £22 million deal.

The move collapsed in the final hours of deadline day, despite a deal sheet being submitted to the Premier League for an extension.

The shock collapse left both clubs scrambling, with Fulham later opting to pursue other wide options.

Chelsea co-director of recruitment Joe Shields has reportedly assured the youngster that he remains a valued member of Maresca’s plans.

George has repaid that faith with strong performances when given the chance, as well as netting for England’s Under-21s earlier this month.

However, opportunities in the Premier League remain limited.

George has made just four substitute appearances, with Liam Delap, Joao Pedro and Marc Guiu ahead of him in the pecking order.

Alejandro Garnacho, Pedro Neto, Jamie Gittens and Estevao have taken the spots on the flanks.

Chelsea and George are expected to have an open discussion about what’s best for his development.

That might mean staying and fighting for minutes, going out on loan or reconsidering permanent offers from elsewhere in Europe.