Kante has experienced injury problems, which have limited his playing time this year to just two games.
The summer marks the end of the Frenchman’s current contract at Stamford Bridge.
Kante has declined the chance to move elsewhere, despite the arrival of Enzo Fernandez and the anticipated signing of another central midfielder.
Instead, Kante is currently on the verge of signing a new contract with Chelsea as he resumes training under Graham Potter, who is currently facing criticism.
Kante “loves” the Blues, according to Fabrizio Romano, and wants to remain in London.
His report states an agreement is close, but the length of the deal remains under discussion.
Previous reports have suggested Atletico Madrid, Barcelona and Liverpool were all interested in signing the 31-year-old.
Injury issues are becoming progressively worse for Kante since the 2019/20 season.
Indeed, his last game for the club this season came in the 2-2 draw with Spurs on August 14.
His first season at Stamford Bridge in 2016/17 saw him miss just three league games, one of which was through suspension, as Chelsea lifted the title under Antonio Conte.
He then missed just five league games through injury in the next two seasons.
The 2019/20 season saw Kante miss 16 league games, before missing a further 18 league games in 2020/21 and 2021/22.
The 22 games Kante has missed this season is his worst injury at Chelsea to date.
Regardless, when fully fit there are few better ball-winners in world football.