Carney Chukwuemeka, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall and Ben Chilwell have all been left out in the cold by Enzo Maresca this season. And the unwanted trio could be shipped out of Stamford Bridge to give them a chance of banking minutes during the latter stages of the season.

Chelsea are keen on signing another goalkeeper amid Robert Sanchez's struggles between the posts, although Manchester United are targeting the same man: Gregor Kobel

In November, he suggested that Jamie Vardy was the best English striker of his generation, better even than Wayne Rooney or Harry Kane. He also claimed that League One side Barrow and then a doomed Southampton were the “worst” possible opponents for his Chelsea side, who went on to score five in both games.

Chelsea are interested in signing Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich before next week's transfer deadline but are not alone, with several clubs chasing the winger's signature

Given that the West London side has spent a quarter of a billion on its midfield, it is truly bizarre that they are left with such a weak option in this position.

However, Chelsea is not alone in the race for Durán, who is valued at 80 million euros. Arsenal is also looking to strengthen its attack and has shown interest in the forward, which could complicate the Blues' aspirations in this market.

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has rallied around Pep Guardiola and said the struggling Manchester City boss needs support.

After spending £71m on different goalkeepers, recurring gaffes from Chelsea’s Robert Sanchez have shone a spotlight on his position in the team