4 unpublished stories of the day about Chelsea that might interest you

Emerson opens up on Chelsea future

• Emerson insists that he is calm about his future and wants to stay at Chelsea despite not getting enough playing time this season.
• The full-back said: "I didn't receive a firm offer [to leave in January]. I've always said I want to stay. Maybe because I haven't been playing much, people think I want to go, but I remain calm and happy, making the most of any chance I get."

Milan refusing to pay for Tomori

• Fikayo Tomori joined AC Milan on loan in January and the Serie A giants are looking to make the centre-back's transfer permanent.

• According to Tuttosport, the Rossoneri want to negotiate a smaller transfer fee for the 23-year-old than the currently existing £25 million option.

Lens in touch with Giroud over potential summer move

• Ligue 1 side RC Lens want to bring Olivier Giroud back to France and are in touch with his agents over a summer move, as per Le10Sport.
• It's said that the French club consider the Chelsea striker to be as a 'dream signing' to help them compete higher up in the French top flight.

Tuchel opens up on Mendy's best qualities

• Edouard Mendy has been an absolute revelation this season, quickly establishing himself as the first-choice goalkeeper at Stamford Bridge.

• Thomas Tuchel said: "He is calm, humble, and friendly. This calmness helps him during matches to influence the defenders. He has great concentration levels."