'We are sorry if someone decides to go' - Conte on Ivanovic, Begovic futures

Antonio Conte respects Branislav Ivanovic's decision to seek a move away from Chelsea, but would be sad to lose a Stamford Bridge "legend".

Ivanovic played in the opening six Premier League matches of the season, but has not started a top-flight match since Conte made a pivotal switch to the 3-4-2-1 formation that has seen his side become the dominant force in the title race.

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