Kai Havertz is shining for Bayer Leverkusen against Werder Bremen and he's been urged to stay in the Bundesliga by former Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack.
The 20-year-old attacking-midfielder has been superb for the Bundesliga club this season, racking up 12 goals and registering eight assists in 35 appearances in all competitions.
His performances for Leverkusen has caught the eye of several big-name European clubs over the past few months, including the likes of Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United.
Despite strong interest being shown in the exciting youngster, Ballack, who spent four years at Stamford Bridge between 2006 and 2010, believes he should turn down any offers from Premier League clubs that may come his way and stay with Leverkusen.
"Players with his quality are in demand everywhere. But I think he’s in good hands in Leverkusen," Ballack told SportBild.
"The conditions there are perfect for young top players and their development. ‘Bayer play attractive football and their training facilities are very good.
"Leverkusen also offer a cautious environment, and as a player you can make mistakes without being the focus of criticism. You should appreciate that.
"Of course a player like Kai Havertz has to play in the Champions League, so it would be important for Leverkusen to qualify for it."
Havertz, who scored his first goal for Germany in an international friendly against Argentina back in October, is not the only central attacking-midfielder on the Blues' radar, as they are also keeping tabs on Manchester United youngster Angel Gomes.
