Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing Borussia Dortmund attacker Jamie Gittens.
The Blues are set for an extremely busy transfer window this summer, with the West Londoners supposedly preparing to listen to offers for at least 13 players.
There are also likely to be a number of high-profile incomings to the Stamford Bridge ranks as Chelsea prepare for life back in the Champions League.
Enzo Maresca's men became the first side to win all of UEFA's major club competitions after lifting the Conference League in Poland last month.
Fellow finalists Real Betis took a surprise lead during the opening minutes, but a Blues comeback inspired by Cole Palmer led to victory for the Premier League outfit.
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Chelsea considering Gittens bid?
According to The Guardian, one attacking target is emerging as a priority following the opening of the summer transfer window at the start of June.
The report claims that Chelsea are considering a swoop for Borussia Dortmund's Gittens, who has impressed at the Bundesliga club over the last four years.
It is understood that the German giants value the 20-year-old at £50m, meaning that the Blues would need to fork out a significant fee to sign the talent.
A right-footed winger operating on the left flank, Gittens supposedly fits the recruitment model of the Conference League champions, possessing the potential to develop into a world-class forward.
The attacker will be looking to break into Thomas Tuchel's England plans in the next year or so, featuring for the Three Lions at Under-21 level on 10 occasions since 2023.
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Chelsea's busy summer
While Chelsea step up their interest in Dortmund star Gittens, Liam Delap is edging towards a move to Stamford Bridge from Ipswich Town.
The 12-goal striker is set to be announced as a Blues player in the coming days, given that the Englishman successfully completed his medical on Monday.
As well as Gittens, Maresca's men are also said to be contemplating moves for Manchester United's Alejandro Garnacho and Nico Williams of Athletic Bilbao.
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