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Real Madrid star Asensio: Morata spoke to me about Chelsea?

Marcos Asensio insists he's happy at Real Madrid.

The midfielder has been linked with a summer move to Chelsea after becoming frustrated over a lack of starting chances this season.

But Asensio said: "I am more mature in my football, I try to improve the little details that make you better each year, I have improved in many aspects, the positioning on the field, also defensively.

"I want to continue for many years at Real Madrid, it's the club where I've always wanted to play."

Asked if former Real teammate Alvaro Morata has discussed Chelsea with him, Asensio was adamant.

He added: "I have a very good relationship with him, and he leaves it to me if I see that I have possibilities. But if you feel you're being respected and have the confidence of where you are, then..."

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