Reports claim that Antonio Conte's side are looking to push through a deal for Arsenal midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.
Much like the situation with Alexis Sanchez, Chamberlain has entered the last 12 months of his contract and despite manager Arsene Wenger's assertions that the 23-year-old will '100%' stay at the club, he is understood to be considering his options.
The England international has been heavily linked with a move to Liverpool this summer but 'Sky Sports' reports that it is Chelsea who look set to test Arsenal's resolve with a bid.
The same source reports that 'the Ox' has no intention of signing a new deal with the 'Gunners', making a move more likely.
The player is keen on securing regular football ahead of next summer's World Cup and after making just 16 Premier League starts last season, with many of them out of position, he believes that his future may lie elsewhere.