Chelsea is prepared to move on from the Jules Kounde transfer setback by sneaking in to sign Denzel Dumfries before Manchester United.
Thomas Tuchel, the Blues’ manager, has made no secret of his desire to bolster his defensive options this summer.
However, things could get worse before they get better for the Blues. Barcelona is also looking for Cesar Azopilicueta and Marcos Alonso.
Having said that, it appears Chelsea will soon have some respite in the form of Dumfries.
The Netherlands defender has established himself as a key figure at Inter, playing as a wing-back. Dumfries earned five goals and four assists in 33 Serie A appearances last season after signing for a bargain £12.7 million (€15 million) last summer.
Indeed, such was his impact that Inter fans quickly forgot about Acharf Hakimi’s departure to PSG.
However, the San Siro’s finances remain tight, and they still need to raise £51 million (€60 million) to meet FFP requirements.
