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N'Golo Kante 'becomes key transfer target for Antonio Conte's Inter Milan' in a blow to Real Madrid's chances of signing the Chelsea midfielder

Chelsea midfielder N'Golo Kante is a priority transfer target for Inter Milan, according to reports - which could see him reunite with Antonio Conte at the Serie A club.

Despite being an ever-present part of Frank Lampard's Blues side this season, Kante has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge, with Real Madrid reportedly keen admirers of the 29-year-old.

Inter are looking to bolster their midfield after a mixed start to the Italian season, which sees them outside Serie A's top four after six matches played.

N'Golo Kante is a priority transfer target for Inter Milan, according to reports in Italy

N'Golo Kante is a priority transfer target for Inter Milan, according to reports in Italy

The move would see Kante (R) team up with former Chelsea coach Antonio Conte (L) at Inter

And according to French news outlet Canal+, via Goal, Conte has identified the French international midfielder as a key potential addition to his Serie A side.