Loic Remy linked with Russia move

Spartak Moscow are reportedly weighing up a potential bid for Chelsea striker Loic Remy.

The France international joined the Blues from Queens Park Rangers last season, and has since then played second fiddle to Diego Costa for the centre-forward role.

According to Russian source Izvestia, Spartak are keen on lodging a strong challenge for the league title, and consider Remy as the ideal fit to lead them upfront.

It is added that the Blues could offload the Frenchman at a reasonable price as he is unlikely to play a major role in their league campaign.

Spartak are currently fourth in the Russian league, seven points adrift of leaders CSKA Moscow.