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Courtois wants to put off further talks with Chelsea over a contract
extension until this summer, when he will have one year remaining on his
current deal.
The 25-year-old was vocal last summer about his desire for a new contract
but has been unable to reach an agreement with the Blues.
But he is determined not to let the uncertainty surrounding his future serve
as a distraction and so has decided to put off further talks until after the
season.
"The most important thing is to perform well for myself and the team," said
Courtois, ahead of Wednesday's Champions League game against Qarabag.
"Regarding my contract, that's something where Chelsea must deal with my
agent (Christophe Henrotay). I don't think there have been any new
developments.
"We have so many games at the moment, and I prefer to focus on the team's
matches, my own performances, and there will be time enough towards the end
of the season to have talks."
Chelsea can secure a place in the last 16 of the Champions League with a win
in Azerbaijan against Qarabag, who they defeated 6-0 in September.
Antonio Conte confirmed that Eden Hazard is fit for Wednesday's game, but
Michy Batshuayi and Victor Moses remain out.
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