Senesi open to Premier League move

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Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi is increasingly exploring his options for a move to a Premier League rival.

The 28-year-old is out of contract at the end of the season, meaning he has been permitted to speak to clubs in Europe about a potential free transfer since 1 January.

However, several European clubs, including reportedly Juventus, have shown serious interest without yet agreeing a pre-contract deal.

This has led to renewed openness from Senesi's camp to consider a move within the Premier League, with Chelsea known to be interested, and both Manchester United and relegation-threatened Tottenham also linked.

Blues boss Liam Rosenior has hinted at adding a more physical defender to his squad in the summer, however, it remains unclear whether the Argentina international is top of Chelsea's list.

Sources at Bournemouth expect Senesi to leave on a free transfer, despite the club having made three contract offers in an attempt to keep him.

He remains a valuable member of head coach Andoni Iraola's side and started the 2-1 win at Arsenal on Saturday afternoon.

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