Luiz Felipe Scolari insists Joe Cole is not leaving Chelsea Football Club.

It has been reported that the England international is frustrated with life at Stamford Bridge, and in particular with the amount of times he has been substituted this season.

However, the former West Ham United man remains a key player for Scolari, who has revealed there is no chance of the midfielder leaving any time soon.

"He is a fantastic player and important for the club and for me,” said the Brazilian tactician. “He scores many goals and his future is here."