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Chelsea keeper wants to stay in Madrid

Chelsea's Thibaut Courtois says he wants to stay at Atletico Madrid for another year.

The Belgian goalkeeper, 20, has yet to play for the London club since his move from Genk in 2011.

He wants to remain playing regular football and feels a prolonged period in Spain will help his development.

"I am Chelsea player, but I am happy here," he told AS. "I'll have to see what is best for them but I would be very happy if I stayed here for another year.

"I still haven't spoken to Chelsea though. If I can't play for them, then Atletico is the best club I can be at.

"It would be important for me and the club to make the Champions League next season. I am very happy here."

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