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Chelsea jostle for Vlad Chiriches' signature
CHELSEA are believed to be a number of a cluster of clubs chasing Vlad Chiriches this summer.
The Romania international centre back has been impressive for Steau Bucharest this season and was previously linked to Inter Milan.
Chiriches has been valued at £12.8m which shouldn't be prohibitive for Chelsea, who have very deep pockets.
His agent, Victor Becali, confirmed the interest in his client during an interview with Italian football publication Tutto Mercato Web.
He said: "They are interested in him but other top European clubs are also following him, including those in Italy.
"It's not been said that he will definitely leave Steaua, partly because they continue to ask for €15million.
"I believe we can handle the figures of the deal but first they need to find an agreement with Steaua. Then we will be ready to talk with other clubs."
Chiriches scored in Steau's 3-1 defeat to Chelsea in the Europa League last 16 encounter last month.