Chelsea have held talks to sign a Liverpool star ahead of the summer transfer window, according to a report from The Athletic.
After a disappointing season in the Premier League, Chelsea will be in the market for reinforcements this summer.
The London club will be looking to back their new manager after it was confirmed that Xabi Alonso will be joining the club ahead of the 2026/2027 season.
The Blues failed to qualify for European football, finishing in 10th position in the table.
There's little chance Alonso wouldn't have made the move to Stamford Bridge without a promise that they would significantly improve their squad ahead of next season.
Chelsea have spent significantly over the last few years, but they've predominantly brought in young talents from around the world rather than ready-made Premier League players.
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According to a report from The Athletic's Simon Johnson, Chelsea have opened talks to sign Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate ahead of the summer transfer window.
Konate, described as 'world-class' by Virgil van Dijk, is set to leave Liverpool this summer following the expiration of his contract, with his exit already confirmed.
The report claims that Chelsea have made a gentle enquiry about Konate's situation, but it's unclear where he'll be playing his football next season as it stands.
Konate will certainly have plenty of options in the summer transfer window as he leaves Liverpool for free, but it remains to be seen whether he wants to stay in the Premier League.