Antonio Conte insists Chelsea are doing all they can to sign new players

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte insists the Blues hierarchy are doing their best in the transfer market this summer and has praised the "incredible commitment" from the players currently at his disposal ahead of their Premier League opener against Burnley.

Conte has stressed the need for the Premier League champions to add to their ranks on a number of occasions this summer but his side are still looking for major reinforcements on the eve of the new league campaign.

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Despite spending close to £150m this season there are still considerable gaps in Chelsea's squad at present, but Conte is sure the club's board are doing everything they can to try and strengthen his squad, with his focus solely on his side's clash with the Clarets.

"It's simple, I think I'm the coach of the team, my aim is to try to improve my players and team," Conte said in his press conference. "What happens in the transfer market... I think the club is trying to do their best.

"My only task is to be focused [on matters] on the pitch. I think this must be my focus in this period.

When pressed about transfers and the positions in need of cover at Chelsea, Conte said: "I have already answered this question, I don't like to speak about this and send messages to the press. I think the club knows every well what my opinion is and the club is trying to do their best."

Conte may be longing for fresh blood to arrive as soon as possible, but he did spare a thought for his current Chelsea contingent praising the work ethic demonstrated by his players during training sessions.