His situation raises questions. Loaned to Real Madrid for a season, the Ghanaian Michael Essien played 26 games, including 22 as leader. Even if not part of the leaders, the versatile (defensive midfielder and right side), worker and exemplary player has played well the role that the technician, Jose Mourinho assigned to him during games.

What will be the next destination of the former Black Stars International of 30 years? Chelsea or Real Madrid or another club? According to media reports, the player will no longer be retained at Stamford Bridge, although the fact that he is still linked with the Blues.

Interviewed by the media The Sport Review, Essien can only make the observation of the situation. “I have a contract with Chelsea, I’m only on loan to Real Madrid and nothing has changed at this level. ‘

Will the Special One hold him the next season? For the moment the former Lyon and Bastia player will play in the semi-finals of the Champions League with Real Madrid. The Bison was injured during the match Galatasaray-Real Madrid in the second leg of the quarter-final between the two teams. The draw for the semi-finals took place this Friday.