The Serbian has been linked with both Juventus and Manchester United in recent weeks.

But the Blues would prefer to sell Matic to the Serie A champions after the Red Devils beat them to the signing of Romelu Lukaku.

Chelsea have signed Tiemoue Bakayoko from Monaco, who is set to replace Matic in Antonio Conte’s midfield.

And the 28-year-old will not be on the Blues’ flight to the Far East for their pre-season tour as a result.

Matic believes the £40m Chelsea are demanding is too much as he only has two years left on his contract at the club, according to Corriere dello Sport.

The reports claim Juve are also looking at Liverpool’s Emre Can and Paris St-Germain star Blaise Matuidi.

Matic was in fine form for Chelsea last season as the Blues were crowned Premier League champions.

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He played 35 times in the top flight, scoring once and providing eight assists.

Juventus have cash to spend on Matic following the sale of Leonardo Bonucci to AC Milan for £35m.

But United will be desperate to get their man and Starsport reported earlier this month Jose Mourinho was desperate for a reunion with the midfield general.

With Michael Carrick entering the twilight of his career, Matic would be the perfect replacement at Old Trafford.