“Benfica are going BIG on Joao Felix! They are working on a deal with Jorge Mendes and Chelsea. It depends on exit conditions, but player is keen.”

In a recent report, respected journalist Fabrizio Romano mentioned that Chelsea are big admirers of Red Bull Leipzig playmaker Xavi Simons.

Chelsea are holding out for €25m for a permanent move for the England winger, but his age, wages and recent form make that an increasingly unlikely target.

Chelsea have stepped up their pursuit of RB Leipzig midfielder Xavi Simons, sources have told ESPN. The 21-year-old is open to joining the Premier League club and Leipzig are willing to sell despite only signing Simons on a permanent basis in January for an initial fee of €50 million ($58.