Chelsea man ‘lined up’ for exit as Blues linked with Serie A ace

Chelsea return to Premier League action this weekend and will be itching to get going.

The Blues travel to Merseyside to take on former player and manager Frank Lampard at Everton.

Thomas Tuchel’s side finished 3rd in the last campaign behind Manchester City and Liverpool.

Here is a look at the latest news coming out of the club today....

Everton’s loss is Chelsea’s gain

Everton will be without key striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin for Saturday.

The former Sheffield United man is injured and will be out of action for the Toffees, as per Sky Sports.

Lampard’s side sold Brazilian international Richarlison to Tottenham Hotspur earlier this summer.

Defender eyed by fellow London club

QPR are reportedly interested in Chelsea defender Dujon Sterling.

The right-back has spent recent years out on loan in the Football League at Coventry City, Wigan Athletic and Blackpool to gain experience.

West London Sport report that the Hoops have ‘lined up’ a swoop for him as they hunt for reinforcements under new manager Michael Beale.

Midfielder linked

Chelsea are being linked with a move for Inter Milan midfielder Nicolo Barella.

The Italy international, who is 25-years-old, has been at San Siro since 2019 having previously made his name at Cagliari.

According to Italian News outlet CalcioMercato, the Blues are taking a look at him as they eye more additions to their squad.

Tuchel’s side are currently well-stocked up with options in the heart of midfielder, especially after Conor Gallagher’s return from his loan spell at Crystal Palace.