Transfer gossip: Chelsea linked with Man Utd defender
A round-up of the latest transfer speculation involving Chelsea…
Antonio Conte will enquire about Manchester United defender Matteo Darmian, according to Bleacher Report.
Darmian is part of Conte’s Italy squad for Euro 2016 and the new Chelsea boss is interested in signing him for the Blues, it is claimed.
Meanwhile, West Ham have told Chelsea that Dimitri Payet is not for sale at any price, according to the Daily Mirror.
Chelsea scouts are said to have urged Conte to sign the France international but the Hammers apparently have no intention of discussing a potential deal.
And Mundo Deportivo say Chelsea have shown an interest in Lyon defender Samuel Umtiti.
Discussions have been held with the 22-year-old’s agent, it is claimed.