Chelsea in talks with Bournemouth over Begovic

Antonio Conte has confirmed Chelsea are mulling over an offer from Bournemouth for goalkeeper Asmir Begovic.

The 29-year-old has not made a Premier League appearance for the Blues this season, prompting the bid from the Cherries.

Some reports suggested the offer had already been rejected but Conte said the club were still considering it.

He said: “Me and the club, we are evaluating this offer. But it’s important to find the right solution for Asmir, for the club, for me.

“Asmir is an important player for me, on and off the pitch. He knows this.”

Begovic has played 29 times for the Blues since joining from Stoke for £8m in 2015, but remains second choice at Stamford Bridge behind Thibaut Courtois.

Chelsea also have Portugal international Eduardo on their books, who signed from Dinamo Zagreb in late August.