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Chelsea consider hijacking Man Utd’s interest in Southampton ace Graziano Pelle
CHELSEA are considering making a move for Graziano Pelle, according to reports.
Chelsea have their eye on Graziano Pelle (pictured)
The Blues’ problems up front have been evident this season, with Diego Costa misfiring and Loic Remy being continually overlooked by Jose Mourinho.
Mourinho has been targeting a number of strikers ahead of the January transfer window including West Brom hitman Saido Berahino and Tottenham’s Harry Kane.
Manchester United have also coveted Pelle’s signature, with Louis van Gaal making it a priority to add more cutting edge to his attack.
Italian news outlet Calcionews24 claim Mourinho is a fan of Pelle.
However, the report suggests that the Blues’ pursuit of Pelle could hinge on two factors - whether Mourinho is prepared to drop Costa as his first choice forward and his plans for Radamel Falcao.
Pelle, who has scored six Premier League goals this season, admitted last month he was missing his native Italy.
Jose Mourinho is fine tuning his transfer plans for January
“My contract [at Southampton] expires in 18 months, one year after Euro 2016,” he said.
“Italy is the most beautiful country and it is that beauty which I’m missing.”