Chelsea could be set to bid for Porto youngster Ruben Neves according to the Evening Standard.
The 18-year-old played on Tuesday night as Porto overcame Chelsea in the Champions League, and Jose Mourinho was said to have been impressed by his performance.
The Portuguese under-21 player has been scouted by Chelsea on a number of occasions, but he is, of course, attracting interest from a host of other clubs.
The defensive midfielder has a £29m release clause in his current contract, however, and that may prove a sticking point for The Blues.
Rumours of a move for Paul Pogba continued over the summer, signifying Chelsea’s belief that midfield is a weak point for them.
The Frenchman, Pogba, looks set to move elsewhere, however, leaving Chelsea exploring other potential options.
Neves represents great potential but could also be seen as a risk for the club, given age and price tag.
The Evening Standard say a bid is more likely next summer than in January, so Chelsea may have to make do with what they have for the remainder of this season.
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