Chelsea have reportedly decided to let Cesc Fabregas leave Stamford Bridge on loan during the January transfer window.

Fabregas has made 102 appearances for the Blues since signing for the club in 2014 but he has made just one start in the Premier League under new boss Antonio Conte.

According to The Times, that has resulted in Chelsea coming to the conclusion that Fabregas - who is one of the highest earners at the West London outfit - will be allowed to look for a new club at the turn of the year.

The 29-year-old has been sidelined through injury for much of October and has played a total of six times in all competitions during the current campaign but he is unlikely to have a part to play in Conte's 3-4-3 formation.

It is claimed that the Spaniard would like to remain in London but he may be forced to consider a temporary switch abroad to gain regular first-team football.