Carlo Ancelotti is convinced Joe Cole will stay at Chelsea Football Club.

The England international is out of contract in the summer, and his failure to earn a regular start with the Blues has sparked speculation over his future.

Manchester City, Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur would all love to take Cole, but Ancelotti remains convinced the midfielder will stay at Stamford Bridge.

"He will stay at Chelsea next year - of that I am 100 per cent clear. He will be in the squad for next year," said the Italian coach. "It’s my aim and the aim of the club to keep him.”

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