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Chelsea monitoring £26m striker: Man United tried to sign him in the summer
CHELSEA could make a move for Gabriel Barbosa, according to reports.
Gabriel Barbosa shows off his skills during Inter training
The Inter Milan striker attracted interest from Chelsea and Manchester United over the summer.
Antonio Conte was keen to bring in a big-name striker over the summer for the Blues and ended up securing a deal for Michy Batshuayi.
United meanwhile, snapped up Zlatan Ibrahimovic on a free.
Gabriel Barbosa in action for Inter Milan
Antonio Conte tried to sign Gabriel Barbosa over the summer
However, Barbosa penned a five-year contract when he signed for Inter in a £26m deal.
But after being frozen out by former manager Frank de Boer, the Brazilian’s future is in fresh doubt.
Italian outlet Calcionews24 suggest Inter are prepared to show Barbosa the door.
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It is thought Chelsea are keen on a move, although it is unclear as to how much the Serie A giants would be prepared to accept for him.
Barcelona were also credited with an interest, as they saw Barbosa as the perfect partner for Neymar.
Inter trail Serie A league leaders Juventus by 13 points.
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