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Incoming Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is eager to pursue a Bosman move for Inter Milan defender Andrea Ranocchia. The 28-year-old joined Sampdoria on loan last winter after he fell out-of-favour under Roberto Mancini.
Ranocchia has been tipped to make a move overseas when his contract expires at the end of the season.
According to The Star, the Blues could have a say in the player's pursuit with incoming manager Conte said to be a huge admirer of the player's talents.
The Premier League holders are expected to make a move for a new central defender with Kurt Zouma likely to miss the start of the season with a knee injury.
League rivals Everton and Liverpool are also keeping track of the player's situation.
Ranocchia made just 10 appearances for the Nerazzurri before his switch to Sampdoria in January.
Written by Sri Aswin
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