Chelsea striker slams club's loan policy: Why do young players get no chance?

BERTRAND TRAORE has hit out at being sent on loan by Chelsea.

By Marc Williams         

Bertrand Traore has hit out at Chelsea following his loan move

The 21-year-old striker impressed last season, scoring four goals in 16 appearances for the Blues in the all competitions.

He also played several pre-season games and looked set for a full Premier League campaign under Antonio Conte this term.

But the new Chelsea chief decided to ship the Burkina Faso international out on loan to Ajax instead, something that left the youngster perplexed.

"I felt, and feel, that I am ready for Chelsea," Traore told the London Evening Standard.

"I did not see the loan [picture] overall. Why did I play so much in pre-season?

"Why was I allowed to participate so often under Guus Hiddink [last season]? Why do young players get no real chance at Chelsea?

Chelsea boss Antonio Conte decided to send Bertrand Traore out on loan to Ajax

"It’s good for the composition of the squad if it is also home to a couple of talented youngsters."

Traore has netted three times in 13 appearances for Dutch giants Ajax this season.

He will likely be in action again when they host Celta Vigo in the Europa League this evening.

Bertrand Traore in action for Chelsea in pre-season

Ajax are top of Group G in the European competition and currently three points off leaders Feyenoord in the Eredivisie table.

Traore is determined to claim silverware with the club this season and head back to Stamford Bridge on a high.

He added: "I want to win all there is to win with Ajax and to be important for the team."