Matt Miazga and Kenedy appear to be heading out on loan after missing Chelsea’s open training session at Stamford Bridge this morning.

American defender Miazga is wanted by Bundesliga side Eintracht Frankfurt this summer and a loan move expected to be finalised for the player, according to Sport Bild.

Miazga, along with Brazilian winger Kenedy, took no part in today’s session in west London with the rest of the Blues squad, which included Loic Remy despite questions over his future.

Both were also notable absentees for Chelsea’s final pre-season friendly in Germany as they beat Werder Bremen.

Antonio Conte is allowing the big US international to head out as he closes in on other defensive recruits to strengthen his backline.

Conte said of Miazga recently: "He's a young player, he has a good technique and I think that he is working very well under the physical aspect, but the tactical aspect he can improve a lot and I think that he is improving with his work.

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"I think in this moment of his career it's good if he plays to improve. To grow in experience to improve. You can improve if you play every game or a lot of games during the season. But he is a good guy and I am very happy about him."

Kalidou Koulibaly remains at the top of Conte’s shopping list and Chelsea are convinced they can prise him away from Napoli despite the Serie A club rejecting a £42.million bid.

The Naples side are looking for a fee in the region of £50million after watching John Stones move to the Blues’ Premier League rivals Manchester City for the same amount.

Koulibaly’s agent has revealed developments are expected in the next two to three days after the Senegal international informed his team of his intention to leave.

Branislav Ivanovic, John Terry, Cesar Azpilicueta, Gary Cahill, Michael Hector and Ola Aina remain Conte’s defensive options as the season opener with West Ham approaches.

The Blues host the Hammers at Stamford Bridge on Monday night.