Emerson’s future uncertain despite happy return to Stamford Bridge

Chelsea fullback, Emerson Palmieri has said that he will be happy if Thomas Tuchel says that his future lies with Chelsea.

The full-back almost returned to London in January and could feature for the Blues again after a year on loan in France.

Emerson had a successful season on loan at Lyon but could have seen his deal in France cut short as his parent club attempted to recall him after a serious injury to Ben Chilwell.

The Ligue 1 giants rejected the west Londoners’ repeated attempts to bring back Emerson.

After Italy’s defeat to Argentina on Wednesday, June 1, Emerson said, “I didn’t speak with [head coach Thomas Tuchel] just yet”.

“I have a contract with Chelsea. I played there for three seasons and I have a lot of friends there.

“If I come back, I’ll be happy. It’s a good place and club for me. I don’t know [whether I will return], let’s see what can happen.”