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John Terry set for Chelsea return after approach from Maurizio Sarri

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The Chelsea boss is keen to see Terry back at the Bridge (Picture: Getty)

Chelsea legend John Terry is on the verge of returning to Stamford Bridge as a coach after being approached by new manager Maurizio Sarri over a role at the club, according to reports.

The 37-year-old had been linked with a move to Russia after his one-year deal with Aston Villa expired in the summer, but could now hang up his boots for good.

The centre-back came through Chelseas academy and spent almost two decades in the first team, and could soon be helping the next generation of youngsters emerge in west London.

Terry is without a club after leaving Aston Villa (Picture: Getty)

According to The Sun, Terry has agreed an £800,000-a-year contract to take over as the new Under-23s coach.

The deal will require him to complete his coaching badges, and he will replace old teammates Jody Morris – who quit to follow Frank Lampard to Derby County.

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It is understood that Sarri was behind the move to bring Terry back to Stamford Bridge, and is keen to involve him in Chelseas backroom team, and managed to convince him to forget about continuing his playing career.

Speaking earlier in September, he was asked if he would welcome Terry back: Yes, of course, but the last time I spoke with him, a week ago, he told me he wants to play for another season.

Sarri is keen to involve Terry in his Chelsea backroom team (Picture: Getty)

But I dont know the situation now. Chelsea is his home, of course. For sure, he would be a point of reference for me. For everybody here, I think. His presence alone [would be]. This is John Terrys home.

Its up to him. I am very open with him because he is the history of the club. He has won everything with the club, so its up to him. But I dont know [if it is possible]. He told me a lot of things, that he wants to play, so Id have to speak to him again.