AFC Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe has refused to rule out a move for Chelsea centre-back John Terry.
Chelsea’s John Terry celebrates after the match
AFC Bournemouth are the latest side to be linked with a move for Chelsea skipper John Terry, who is to leave the Blues at the end of the season.
John Terry has been an onlooker from the side lines for Antonio Conte’s side this season, having last started a league game for the club in September.
He has only made five league appearances in total, with Conte preferring a back three that consists of David Luiz, Gary Cahill and Cesar Azpilicueta.
The 36-year-old announced earlier this month that he would be leaving the club he joined as a 14-year-old, where he made 713 appearances, 578 of which were as captain, reports the BBC.
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe said on the clubs reported interest: “Age is not a barrier for me. I always look at the player, not his age” reports Vital Football.
“That doesn`t mean I am ruling it in or out. We have signed some experienced players in the past and they have done really well for us.”
“I believe he (Terry) can be successful in the Premier League. Of course he can still play – but it is not for me to speak for him.”
Terry was widely thought to feature in Chelsea’s FA Cup tie against London rivals Tottenham, but Nathan Ake got the nod ahead of the former England captain.
His playing days at Chelsea may be coming to an end, but with a move to a Premier League side on the cards, his time in the top flight will not be.
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe
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