Conte responds to David Luiz speculation

Luiz has not featured in the Premier League since clashing with the Chelsea boss in the wake of the Blues' 3-0 defeat at Roma in the Champions League back in October.

Since the, Andreas Christensen has cemented his place in the Brazilian's absence, leading to speculation linking David Luiz with a move away from Stamford Bridge.

The defender is currently sidelined with a knee injury and has attracted interest from several suitors, with Barcelona, Real Madrid or Juventus all eager to bolster their back line in January.

Despite all the rumours, Antonio Conte refused to be drawn in: "I don't read [the speculation] and I [therefore] solve the problem. I don't read so I don't have information about this topic," said Conte. "As a person I am very realistic, I like to tell the truth."

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