Chelsea are considering whether they should pay off Callum Hudson-Odoi's contract.
The Bleus want to part ways with the young winger, who has one year left on his deal with the Stamford Bridge club.
Per London World, Chelsea had wanted a fee in the region of £15 million for Hudson-Odoi.
However, no bids are forthcoming, while the player's wages are a deterrent for other teams.
If Chelsea can pay off the winger, he is free to negotiate with other clubs and sign for no transfer fee.
Chelsea's main priority is to get Hudson-Odoi off the wage bill and allow him to find a club where he can play regularly.