New York Yankees closer Aroldis Chapman could opt out of his current deal and become one of the most sought after relief pitchers on the free-agent market this winter, but before he does that, he wants to see if he can re-up with the Yankees first.

According to Jon Heyman of MLB Network, Chapman prefers to remain in New York and is seeking a contract extension with the club. However, if no swift agreement is reached, Chapman will decline the final two years and $30 million left on his current deal.

Heyman adds that the Yanks would, in that situation, offer Chapman a $17.8 million qualifying offer, which he would obviously decline in order to become a free agent.

While Chapman's 2019 campaign ended in agony, as he gave up a Game 7 walk-off home run to Houston Astros star Jose Altuve in the ALCS, he had a terrific year overall, logging a 2.21 ERA with 37 saves. Over 57 innings of work, Chapman allowed just 37 hits while striking out 85 batters en route to an All-Star appearance.

The 31-year-old is currently in his second stint with the Yankees.

He initially joined the team via trade with the Cincinnati Reds back in December 2015. However, the Dominican Republic native spent just half of a season in the Bronx before being dealt to the Chicago Cubs, a deal in which the Yankees landed Gleyber Torres.

Chapman helped the Cubs win a World Series that year, and that ensuing offseason, he signed back with the Yanks.

Over 550 career relief appearances, Chapman owns a 2.23 ERA with a strikeout rate of 14.8 punchouts per nine innings.