Chelsea are considering making an approach for Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi as they pursue replacements for long-term absentee Wesley Fofana.
Fofana was ruled out for a considerable period of time after suffering an ACL injury during pre-season and has been forced to undergo surgery as his misfiring Chelsea career continues to stutter.
The Frenchman joined the Blues for £70m last summer and the club could now have to fork out a similar amount for his replacement as they weigh up a move for Guehi.
Palace value their centre-back at £60m and are in a strong negotiating position given the defender still has three years remaining on his existing deal at Selhurst Park.