The Chelsea midfielder was linked with a move to the Italian club, after the appointment of former Blues coach Jose Mourinho as their new boss.

Essien, Didier Drogba, Frank Lampard and Ricardo Carvalho are all thought to be on Mourinho's wish list.

But Essien's agent Fabien Piveteau confirmed: "Michael is very happy at Chelsea, and that is where he will be playing next season.

"His current contract runs until 2012. There has been no approach from Inter."