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Source discusses Chelsea move for Swedish sensation: Man United have already scouted him
CHELSEA have emerged as the frontrunners to sign Alexander Isak, according to reports.
Chelsea are keen to sign Alexander Isak
Reports emerged last month indicating as many as 90 scouts from different clubs across Europe had watched Isak.
Among them, Manchester United were thought to have run the rule over the AIK striker.
The 17-year-old impressed for the Swedish outfit last season, scoring 10 goals in 24 appearances.
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Jose Mourinho is thought to have sent scouts to watch Isak
Inside the club, Chelsea are the favourites and have already proposed €11 million
His style of play has already seen him dubbed the ‘next Zlatan Ibrahimovic’.
And according to ESPN, the Blues have already lodged a bid for Isak’s services.
A source told the news outlet: “PSG have been in contact with AIK numerous times but there is no offer on the table right now.
Micvhy Batshuayi signed for Chelsea for £33m
"Inside the club, Chelsea are the favourites and have already proposed €11 million."
Chelsea signed Michy Batshuayi for £33m last summer, but he has been restricted to cameo appearances coming off the bench this term.
Conte’s men, who beat Middlesbrough 1-0 in their last Premier League outing, face London rivals Tottenham on Saturday (5:30pm).
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