Chelsea have gotten themselves in pole place within the race for Inter Milan defender Denzel Dumfries on the flip of the yr.

The Blues had been closely linked with the 26-year-old defender throughout the summer time, however they had been unable to get a deal over the road.

Nevertheless, the West London membership may revive their curiosity on the flip of the yr, contemplating Reece James is at present out of motion with a knee damage.

James is believed to return earlier than Christmas, however the Premier League giants should still need a new signing for the defence position.

Dumfries can be a really perfect possibility together with his attacking instincts and may very well be prised away for round €40m on the halfway level of the marketing campaign.

Man United had been additionally stated to have an interest within the Dutchman final summer time, however they’re unlikely to revamp their curiosity this winter.

Dumfries has a contract at Inter Milan till June 2025.