Ballack desperate for Blues boss Hiddink to stay at Stamford Bridge

Michael Ballack  wants Guus Hiddink to remain Chelsea manager next season. The club's senior players are determined not to make it easy for Hiddink to quit, imploring owner Roman Abramovich to keep him at the helm. 'Of course we would like him to stay,' said Ballack. 'It is amazing what he has done in this short period. We look very strong at the moment and we would be disappointed if he left now.' Ballack's sentiments echo those of Chelsea captain John Terry, who said: 'He's been a breath of fresh air.