Chelsea have opened talks with Ajax over a transfer for centre-back Jorrel Hato whereas pushing forward with curiosity in RB Leipzig ahead Xavi Simons.
Hato, 19, has emerged as one in every of Europe’s most promising younger defenders after a powerful marketing campaign within the Eredivisie, making 31 appearances.
BBC Sport understands that Chelsea are in direct communication with each Ajax and Hato’s camp to discover the opportunity of a summer time switch. Talks are understood to be within the early levels, with no settlement but in place.
In the meantime, Chelsea are discussing private phrases with Simons.
The Netherlands worldwide, 22, is known to be open to a transfer to Stamford Bridge, because the Blues look so as to add extra creativity and attacking aptitude.
RB Leipzig are conscious of Chelsea’s method, although no settlement has but been reached.
Simons, who joined Leipzig completely from Paris St-Germain in January following two mortgage stints lasting a season and a half in complete, can also be attracting curiosity from Bayern Munich and Arsenal.
Sources point out Bayern have an curiosity in Simons however are prioritising a transfer for Liverpool winger Luis Diaz.
Arsenal, in the meantime, have been made conscious of Simons’ state of affairs as they contemplate their summer time choices.
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