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Chelsea plan ambitious attempt to sign French midfielder

Chelsea plan ambitious attempt to sign French midfielder


Chelsea plan ambitious attempt to sign French midfielder

Bakayoko on Chelsea shortlist

Chelsea are reportedly lining up a big-money move for AS Monaco midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko. The France Under-21 international has emerged as a key player for the Principality outfit this season.

Bakayoko, 22, has previously admitted that he would be open to a move to the Premier League, should a tempting offer arise in the future.

AS Monaco are said to be reluctant to lose their asset midway through a title-chasing campaign, but according to Le Parisien, the Blues are prepared to test the club's resolve with a huge bid in excess of £40m.

The Blues, who are currently top of the league standings, have a surplus kitty to spend this month following the £60m sale of Oscar to Chinese giants Shanghai SIPG.

Antonio Conte's side failed to clinch a record 14th straight league win after they were defeated by Tottenham Hotspur by a 2-0 scoreline last night.