BLUES manager Thomas Tuchel wants on loan striker Armando Broja to focus on football amid Southampton wanting make his deal permanent.
The Saints are keen to strike a deal for the permanent transfer of on-loan Chelsea youngster Broja, with the forward having hit five Premier League goals this term.
Tuchel insisted any talk of a transfer must be shelved, though, so the Albania striker can focus purely on this season.
“He’s our player and he’s doing good, but at the same time it’s only half a season, so he needs to continue to improve and to make his statement at Southampton,” Tuchel said.
“We have a reason why they are our players, they have quality and mentality and now they are out there on their own in different environments and clubs, and proving themselves.
“Armando’s getting better and better, he’s a very unique player with unique strengths in his game, he has speed, he’s robust and he’s a goalscorer.
“First of all now is not the moment to discuss about the summer – it’s the moment for him to stay calm and keep on improving.”
The 20-year-old has impressed at St Mary's this season as he has scored five goals in 17 Premier League games.
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