Kelce, who has spent 13 seasons in the NFL, signed a new one-year deal with the Chiefs after their 2025 defeat by the Philadelphia Eagles in his fifth Super Bowl appearance.

He had 851 yards and five touchdowns last term, but his 76 receptions was his lowest total since 2015.

Kelce is reportedly set to marry the American popstar Taylor Swift, to whom he is engaged, later this year.

“Travis is the best – he’s an icon and hopefully he comes back,” said Veach.

“He’s accomplished everything. He’s about to go get married and has a lot going on. We’ll continue to have positive dialogue and see what it ends.”