Bayern Munich are targeting a Chelsea star who has become a peripheral figure at Stamford Bridge since he joined the club.
The player concerned only joined the Blues last summer but has struggled to nail down a regular starting spot.
That has seen him make just seven league appearances last season, as he was loaned out to Juventus midway through the campaign.
But he has now appeared to attract the interest of Bundesliga champions Bayern ahead of the 2025-26 season.
They are looking to bolster their ranks in a bid to defend their domestic and push for a first Champions League since 2020.