Antonio Conte is eager to strengthen his defence ahead of a return to the Champions League next term.

According to Own Goal Nigeria, Napoli have accepted Omeruo - who is currently on loan at Alanyaspor - as part of a structured deal for Koulibaly.

It’s claimed the full package is yet to be agreed with the transfer fee and further add-ons to be discussed.

Chelsea are hoping to sign Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly

Napoli have reportedly been sent glowing reports from their scout, who has been tracking Omeruo this term.

The development follows reports that Chelsea have launched a fresh bid for Koulibaly.

Chelsea manager Conte attempted to sign Koulibaly last summer but had an offer knocked back by the Serie A club.

Napoli have accepted Kenneth Omeruo in part-exchange

According to TransferMarketWeb, Stamford Bridge chiefs have offered an initial £36.2m (€43m).

Koulibaly has admitted he would like to play in the Premier League.

He said: ”It would make me happy to come and play here, but I now I have to go to Napoli.

"In the future you never know. Now I concentrate on my club and we will see next season what I have to do.

"I think I will stay in Napoli but you never know. I can't talk about it now. We will see."