Spalletti denies contact with Chelsea

Roma coach Luciano Spalletti has denied media reports that he had talks with Chelsea about the possibility of taking the post left vacant by Avram Grant's dismissal last month. "I have not received any contract proposals from any clubs, never mind...

Roma coach Luciano Spalletti has denied media reports that he had talks with Chelsea about the possibility of taking the post left vacant by Avram Grant's dismissal last month.

"I have not received any contract proposals from any clubs, never mind Chelsea," Spalletti was quoted as saying by the ANSA news agency.

Spalletti added that the last time he spoke with Roma was a few days ago and he is working with club officials to plan for the future.

He added the club want to keep hold of midfielder Alberto Aquilani, whom he believes can continue to improve in the coming years.

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