Chelsea are interested in signing Mathys Tel from Bayern Munich before next week's transfer deadline but are not alone, with several clubs chasing the winger's signature

In November, he suggested that Jamie Vardy was the best English striker of his generation, better even than Wayne Rooney or Harry Kane. He also claimed that League One side Barrow and then a doomed Southampton were the “worst” possible opponents for his Chelsea side, who went on to score five in both games.

Robert Sanchez has made two high-profile errors in a week for Chelsea, but the Blues will not be signing a new goalkeeper in the January transfer window to replace him

However, Chelsea is not alone in the race for Durán, who is valued at 80 million euros. Arsenal is also looking to strengthen its attack and has shown interest in the forward, which could complicate the Blues' aspirations in this market.

Jorgensen has made 13 appearances for Chelsea since his £21m move from Villarreal last summer but only two of those have come in the league. Maresca was asked about the form of his No. 1 after he made another mistake in Chelsea’s defeat to Manchester City.

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca has rallied around Pep Guardiola and said the struggling Manchester City boss needs support.

Enzo Maresca’s Bold Move for Elite StrikerIn a season where consistency defines the title chasers, Chelsea’s head coach Enzo Maresca has made a decisive move to

The most prominent rumours have come in the attacking third, with boss Enzo Maresca evidently targeting reinforcements to his frontline to improve on their current Premier League

Chelsea have made their mind up just days before the January transfer window slams shut, including whether or not to stick with calamity keeper Robert Sanchez

Chelsea have held fresh negotiations over signing a marquee centre-forward this week, following a personal request from manager Enzo Maresca.