Blues starlet rejects deal

11 July 2009 10:00
Skysports.com understands highly-rated Chelsea starlet Frank Nouble has turned down a professional contract at Stamford Bridge. The promising striker is regarded as one of the best young players to come through the Chelsea youth ranks after impressing for the youth side and reserves. Nouble, 17, has been tipped for a big future after catching the eye with a string of impressive performances in the FA Youth Cup and Chelsea reserves side. Chelsea are keen to secure Nouble's long-term future and offered him a professional contract as reward for his progress. However, Nouble has snubbed the offer of a contract as he fears his long-term prospects of breaking into the Chelsea first team are hampered by the strength in depth in Carlo Ancelotti's squad. News of Nouble's possible availability is sure to alert a host of clubs in the Premier League with the teenager rated as one of the best talents in English football.

Source: SKY_Sports