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Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has made clear what his main "wish" for the January transfer window is and there is supposedly some hope that a deal can be agreed. The Blues are still competing on all four fronts this season with Tuchel hoping to finish the season with some silverware.
Manchester City are runaway leaders in the Premier League, but Chelsea are in the mix to defend their Champions League title while they're also in with a good chance of winning the Carabao Cup and FA Cup.
In order to continue in all competitions, Tuchel will need to utilise his full squad up until the end of the season.
Edouard Mendy's involvement in the Africa Cup of Nations with Senegal means Kepa Arrizabalaga will step in for the next few weeks at least.
And injuries along with other issues have taken their toll on Tuchel's side in recent months.
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Lucas Digne and Sergino Dest have been linked with moves to Stamford Bridge this month as a result.
But Chelsea's preference would reportedly be to sign someone on loan with Chilwell expected to take up his position when he returns to full fitness.
Bringing Emerson Palmieri back from his loan spell at Lyon is Tuchel's preferred option, but The Athletic report that two approaches have so far been rejected.
Chelsea will need to agree a compensation fee to bring Emerson back to the club.
While their first two bids have been rejected, it is reported that a 'compromise' may be reached.
Emerson Palmieri is on loan at Lyon (Image: GETTY)