Speculation is mounting in Italy that Chelsea are pursuing a free transfer for Napoli forward Dries Mertens.
Despite seemingly tying Olivier Giroud down to a new contract, Sky Sport Italia and Gazzetta dello Sport both claim Chelsea are still targeting Mertens.
The Belgian has an expiring contract and has yet to commit to fresh terms with the Partenopei.
Speculation is mounting in Italy that Chelsea are pursuing a free transfer for Napoli forward Dries Mertens.
Despite seemingly tying Olivier Giroud down to a new contract, Sky Sport Italia and Gazzetta dello Sport both claim Chelsea are still targeting Mertens.
The Belgian has an expiring contract and has yet to commit to fresh terms with the Partenopei.
Sky states there have been ‘direct conversations’ between him and the Blues, while Gazzetta writes how the 32-year-old is the ‘No 1 target’ to bolster their front line.
A deal may benefit Inter or Lazio as his arrival, adds the newspaper, would make it easier for Chelsea to sell Giroud.
Mertens has 12 goals and six assists in 29 appearances for Napoli this season.