Fernando Llorente has revealed that he came close to joining Chelsea midway through the season, only for Swansea City to block the transfer.
The Spain international was a January target for Blues boss Antonio Conte, under whom he won two Serie A titles and three domestic cups during their time together at Juventus.
Llorente has confirmed that an approach was made, but strugglers Swansea were desperate to keep him on board to help fight off the threat of relegation.
After playing a part in keeping the Swans in the top flight, scoring 15 goals along the way in his maiden campaign in English football, the 32-year-old has hinted that he is open to linking up with Conte next season.
"We were in a delicate moment and it was logical that they would not let me leave," he told Cadena SER when asked about the failed move.
"I have a year of contract [remaining] and I am very happy. It is logical that offers could arrive but we will see."
Llorente has also previously won the Europa League during his time at Sevilla, while enjoying World Cup and European Championship success with Spain on the international stage.
Daniel Lewis
