Express. Home of the Daily and Sunday Express.
Chelsea midfielder exit: Club make enquiry, Conte wants this assurance
CHELSEA are reportedly listening to offers for Ruben Loftus-Cheek.
Antonio Conte - 5 things you need to know
The 20-year-old midfielder has found game time hard to come by at Chelsea under Antonio Conte this season.
Conte is eager to strengthen his squad and has already drawn a shortlist of targets, which includes Atalanta's Franck Kessie.
But according to the London Evening Standard, Loftus-Cheek could be a casualty of Conte's overhaul.
Ruben Loftus-Cheek could leave Chelsea on loan
Chelsea are considering a move for Franck Kessie
The report suggests Brighton are in the race to sign him on a loan deal.
It is suggested they have already made tentative enquiries for his services.
West Ham are also thought to have expressed an interest in landing Loftus-Cheek.
Antonio Conte is keen to sign a versatile midfielder
However, it is believed Conte wants assurances that Loftus-Cheek will get regular playing time before sanctioning a deal.
Chelsea meanwhile, saw their 13-game winning streak in the Premier League end last night after a 2-0 defeat away to Tottenham.
Would you like to receive news notifications from Daily Express?