Chelsea have held more talks in the last 24 hours with Barcelona over Spain international Fermin Lopez.
The Blues made initial contact earlier this week over a move for the attacking midfielder, who was a key part of Hansi Flick's side last season.
But having been named on the bench for both of Barcelona's first two league games of the season, the 22-year-old may find minutes more hard to come by this term.
Barcelona do indeed boast a wealth of talent in midfield including Dani Olmo, Pedi, Gavi, Frenkie de Jong and Marc Casado.