Not Used in Chelsea, Ivanovic will be accommodated Zenit

Togetherness and Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic has reached the final phase.

London - Chelsea defender Branislav Ivanovic said to ESPN, was approached by the Russian club, Zenit St. Petersburg to be brought in the transfer market in January 2017.

Season 2016-2017 became difficult period for Ivanovic. Had become part of the main squad in six Premier League games earlier, now players from Serbia was marginalized.

ince the 0-3 defeat of Arsenal in the Premier League match, last Sept. 24, the name of Ivanovic never again entered as a starter back in. He had played for 762 minutes in 15 games with the Blues this season.

Besides the lack of flying hours, gait Ivanovic at Stamford Bridge threatened ended. The 32-year old defender a contract that will expire on June 30, 2017 and there is no clarity about the addition of the player's tenure.

Not to mention the matter of competition for positions in the defense sector. In addition to the trio of Gary Cahill, David Luiz and Cesar Azpilicueta is a mainstay Conte today, Ivanovic also still have to contend with Kurt Zouma and Nathan Ake who had just returned from loan spell at Bournemouth.

The quaint conditions made some clubs seek to exploit the situation, one of which is Zenit. According to local media, Zenit has reported fairly intensive talks with the Chelsea. Zenit reportedly will offer long-term contracts in order Ivanovic willing to move from Chelsea.

Chelsea's Branislav Ivanovic has strengthened since the 2007-2008 season. Noted, Ivanovic has appeared 376 times and scored 33 goals that helped the Blues won nine trophies including the Champions League and two Premier League trophy.

Source: ESPN