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Chelsea still have “concrete” interest in signing Jorginho from Napoli

Chelsea are still in the running to sign Napoli midfielder Jorginho.

The 26-year-old was thought to be on the verge of joining Manchester City, but Italian media outlet Il Messaggero has claimed Chelsea still have a “concrete” interest in signing the player.

A £48.3 million deal had been agreed between City and Napoli, with just personal terms left to be thrashed out. However, Chelsea are ready to top that offer.

The Brazilian-born star moved to Italy at the age of 15 and began his professional career with the Verona youth team, before being promoted to the senior squad.