Chelsea have now joined the race for a £25m right-back, but they are set to face competition for his signature from Barcelona and Liverpool, according to a report.
Reece James back to his best
There is arguably little reason for the Blues to make a move for a new right-back this summer, given that they are well-stocked in that area of the pitch, with Reece James now showing signs he could be back to his best after several injury setbacks.
James returned to the England team for the first time in two-and-a-half years against Latvia, and the 25-year-old put in a top-quality performance, opening the scoring in the Three Lions' comprehensive 3-0 victory.
That said, Enzo Maresca may want to err on the side of caution, given that his captain is very susceptible to injuries, and there has also been speculation about Malo Gusto's future, with Liverpool shortlisting the right-back as a potential replacement for Trent Alexander-Arnold.
As such, a new right-back may be required in the summer transfer window, and Chelsea have now entered the race to sign Feyenoord's Givairo Read, according to a report from Caught Offside.
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The Blues have now received an offer for a player Enzo Maresca called "fantastic" earlier this season.
Liverpool and Barcelona are said to be in fierce competition for Read's signature, with the Merseyside club looking set to lose Trent Alexander-Arnold amid interest from Real Madrid.
Manchester United and Atlético Madrid are also named as potential suitors for the defender, but Feyenoord should be in a strong negotiating position, given that he remains contracted until 2028, meaning they could hold out for €25m - €30m (£21m - £25m)
Read impressing in the Champions League
Football talent scout Jacek Kulig lauded the 18-year-old for his performances in both legs of Feyenoord's Champions League tie against AC Milan earlier this season, while also branding the teenager a "warrior" of a defender.
The youngster was faced with the difficult task of dealing with left-winger Rafael Leao, but he managed to keep the Portugal international quiet across the two legs, helping his side to a clean sheet with a solid performance in the first encounter.
AC Milan's Rafael Leao in action with Feyenoord's Givairo Read
The starlet has also been impressive in an attacking sense this season, picking up six assists in 17 Eredivisie outings, indicating that he is a well-rounded full-back.
Read's performances for Feyenoord suggest he could be a fantastic long-term addition for the Blues, however, there are question marks over how much game time he would receive, should Gusto stay at Chelsea and James remain injury-free.