Chelsea are reportedly readying their move for Manchester City and England forward Raheem Sterling ahead of Romelu Lukaku's expected return to Inter Milan this summer.
Thomas Tuchel is keen to lure Sterling away from the Etihad this summer, with the 27-year-old so far unable to agree a new contract with the Premier League champions.
However, a move to Stamford Bridge hinges on the prospect of Lukaku ending his second spell at the club and returning to the San Siro, according to The Mirror.
Lukaku has held talks with Tuchel and Chelsea’s new owners, who both agree that letting their £97.