Antonio Conte is due to hold talks with Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich, with the Premier League champions optimistic that the Italian will extend his contract.

Claims emerged from Italy last week that Conte was considering his future regarding Chelsea’s transfer strategy and a desire to have greater power.

As reported by Telegraph Sport, Conte will be fighting a losing battle if he tries to take full control at Stamford Bridge but there have since been positive conversations between the head coach and club officials.

Now Conte will speak to Abramovich regarding this summer and the future, when it is hoped that, barring any unreasonable demands from the 47-year-old, a contract extension will finally be agreed.

While the talks are not expected to be decisive to Conte’s immediate future, as Chelsea have maintained they expect the former Italy manager to start the new season as head coach, they could shape how smoothly he and the club progress forward together.