Chelsea have made a new ‘enquiry’ for Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott after completing a deal to sign Spanish defender Pep Chavarria.
Xabi Alonso identified Chavarria as his top target for the left-back position after Marc Cucurella left Stamford Bridge to sign for Real Madrid.
Chelsea wanted to keep hold of World Cup winner Cucurella, who has developed into one of the best full-backs in Europe, but he decided to leave after talks with Spanish giants Madrid.
Alonso has put his faith in Chavarria to fill the void left by Cucurella’s exit, with the 28-year-old joining from Real Vallecano on a five-year deal.
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Chavarria made over 100 appearances for the La Liga side, helping Vallecano reach the Europa Conference League final last season.
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The £18m signing is one of over ten new faces to arrive in west London this summer but Chelsea have not concluded their business in the transfer market.
Chelsea are interested in signing a new midfielder, especially if Enzo Fernandez gets his wish and secures a move away from Stamford Bridge.
Fernandez made it clear earlier in the summer that he wanted to leave Chelsea amid interest from Real Madrid and Manchester City.
Madrid’s interest in the Argentina international had faded but Man City remain in the mix as they look for a replacement for Barcelona-bound Rodri.
Braced for a fresh approach from Man City for Fernandez, Chelsea have made a new enquiry for Bournemouth midfielder Scott, according to The Guardian.
Scott, 22, has been linked with a host of top clubs after another impressive season at Bournemouth, who value him at around £80m.
Chelsea made a £64m bid for Scott last month but Bournemouth instantly rejected the offer and said no further approaches would be welcome.
But the Blues look set to test Bournemouth’s resolve with an improved bid, especially if Man City show a willingness to meet Fernandez’s £120m asking price.
